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A Visual Guide To Soybean Growth Stages

Understanding and being able to correctly identify the growth stages of soybean is important for making sound agronomic management decisions.

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From the Blog

Cultural Weed Management Practice Changes in the Midwest

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February 15, 2013

Dr. Kevin Bradley from the University of Missouri is conducting…

Winners of the 2012 WI Soybean Contest are Announced

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January 31, 2013

The 1st place winner in Division 4, Bahr Farms of Belmont grew…

Finalists for the 2012 WI Soybean Yield Contest are Announced

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December 21, 2012

The 2012 growing season proved to be a challenge for many growers…

Drought Impact on Soil Rhizobia Populations

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December 19, 2012

Severe drought conditions limited soybean production (6.2% per…