All Posts by Eric Ifft
Are Spider Mites Our Next 2019 Challenge?
August 13, 2019
Insect ManagementCool evening temperatures keep two-spotted spider mites in check.
Managing Japanese Beetles
July 19, 2019
Insect ManagementTo prepare for dealing with this pest, below is some information on managing Japanese Beetles in both corn and soybeans.
Delayed Planting and Soybean Weed Control
May 24, 2019
Weed ManagementThe wet spring has delayed more than planting. Weed control plans are in jeopardy, too.
My “Never See a Weed” Philosophy for Soybeans
April 23, 2019
Weed ManagementIn the past, it was common to use herbicides that do NOT provide residual control for controlling weeds in soybeans.
Winter Annual Pressure Starts in Fall
November 06, 2018
Weed ManagementWinter annuals germinate in the fall, so start your control program in the fall.
Why are our soybeans so far ahead?
July 11, 2018
Planting StrategiesSoybean development is ahead of schedule
Liberty Application Procedures
June 19, 2018
Weed ManagementThe number of acres planted to LibertyLink® soybeans has grown significantly in 2018 and I want to thank all of you who plant LibertyLink beans as an alternative to traditional glyphosate beans. Here is a list Bayer uses to help growers be successful with Liberty herbicide application technology.
Early Soybean Scouting
May 21, 2018
Planting StrategiesTop 3 things to look for when scouting newly-emerged soybeans.
Spring Pre-emergence Herbicide Applications
April 28, 2018
Weed ManagementIs it time to apply my pre-emergence herbicide?
Facts about Nematodes
March 09, 2018
Planting StrategiesNematodes are a fact of life whether you grow corn or soybeans or other crops.