All Posts by Kevin Nelson
Bringing Better Beans to Polo and Mendota
February 02, 2018
ILSoyAdvisor EventsThe Illinois Soybean Association hosted two Better Beans Series events in the northern and northwestern parts of the state.
It’s a Big World, But We’re All Closer Than You Think
December 14, 2017
In-Season AgronomyI have been volunteering for the past 14 years with an organization called Foods Resource Bank (FRB).
Soybeans 2017: The Good, The Bad, The Maybe Not So Bad
October 04, 2017
Harvest StrategiesOctober is here and it’s time for my final Soy Envoy blog of the 2017 Growing Season.
Planning Soybean Harvest
September 12, 2017
Harvest StrategiesAssessing soybean maturity and predicting harvest strategies for harvesting most acres at 13.5 to 14 percent moisture.
Growth Stages R4-R6: Protect Soybeans from Stress
August 07, 2017
Nutrient ManagementAs we head into pod fill, stress impacts pod survival, development and YIELD.
Weed Control 2018 Starts NOW
July 04, 2017
Weed ManagementThe battle to control weeds in soybeans in 2018 starts now, while the current crop is still green.
Layered Residual Herbicides Improve Pigweed Species Control
June 05, 2017
Weed ManagementIn the battle against Amaranthus spp. weeds, it is important to fight them early and often. Layering residual herbicides is a tool to aid in this battle.
Bean Leaf Beetles: The pest that keeps on giving
May 05, 2017
Insect ManagementBean leaf beetles are usually the first insect pest to attack soybeans early and come around later for another bite as well.
Six Tips for Early Planting Soybeans
April 12, 2017
Planting StrategiesWant to plant early? Make sure you manage for success.
Preparing to be a Cover Cropper
February 15, 2017
Sustainability PracticesPlanting cover crops is the rage but don’t go into it without a little preparation.