The following risk assessment was developed to help farmers and agronomists identify where seed treatments are most likely to be beneficial by describing the factors that influence soil insect populations and fungal pathogens. Continue reading →
ONE OF MPSG’s objectives is to research and extend ways to reduce the costs of pest control. Of course, the cost/ benefit of crop protection chemicals in particular is a popular subject among farmers; much of the up-front cost of conventional pest … Continue reading →
Drought stress was the reality for many soybean farmers in 2018 and, to a lesser extent, 2017. Signs of this included wilted plants, flipped leaves and rapid maturity. Continue reading →
To learn more about the underlying causes of low protein in soybeans and to find a way to increase levels in northern growing regions, we must look at the impact of environment, genetics and management. Continue reading →
Phytoglobins could be used as a tool to predict plant behaviour to excessive moisture, and their manipulation can alter plant performance and increase tolerance during both flooding and drought. Continue reading →