All Posts by Nathan Kleczewski
Do not forget to assess fields for wireworm and white grubs before planting
April 11, 2022
Insect ManagementAlthough some parts of Illinois have started to get beans in the ground, most of us are still waiting for soils to dry out and warm up. Something that should be on our radars in the week or two before planting are soilborne insect pests that may affect our soybeans.
Keep an eye out for red crown rot in Illinois soybeans in 2022
April 05, 2022
Disease ManagementSome quick points on red crown rot in Illinois and how to identify it in your soybean fields.
Considerations for insecticides in a post chlorpyrifos world
December 27, 2021
Insect ManagementChlorpyrifos is an insecticide in the organophosphate (OP) (IRAC-1B) group that has been in use since 1965.
Identifying SDS and What Management Practices Pay
May 20, 2020
Disease ManagementThis article explains how to identify SDS and evaluates management practices and profitability.
Phytophthora in Illinois Soybean Production
February 17, 2020
Disease ManagementThe oomycete Phytophthora sojae, is a soil borne organism which is the predominant cause of Phytophthora root rot in soybeans. Believe it or not, P. sojae is fairly prevalent in Illinois, and under the correct conditions, this disease can result in reduced stands, blighted plants, or reduced productivity due to reduced nodulation resulting from infections.
What Effect Will Cold Temperatures Have on Pests and Pathogens?
February 14, 2019
Insect ManagementOriginally posted in the Bulletin.
Growing Wheat? Keep Fusarium Head Blight on Your Radar!
May 08, 2018
Disease ManagementAs a wheat grower, it’s important to know how to manage head scab.
SCN: The Soybean Nemesis
April 06, 2018
Insect ManagementAre SCN causing hidden soybean yield losses on your farm today?