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2019 South Dakota Overwintering Bean Leaf Beetle Predicted Mortality
Overwintering bean leaf beetle adults will soon start emerging as they do each spring. This overwintering generation is capable of causing serious defoliation injury to seedling soybean plants.
Considerations of Corn Postemergence Herbicides
Managing weeds after emergence is important to protect the yield potential of corn crops. Learn some important application considerations before selecting a postemergence herbicide.
Don’t Forget To Scout for Aphids in Wheat
Aphids are present in South Dakota wheat fields, and that means it’s time to start scouting.
Aster Leafhoppers Showing up in South Dakota Wheat
Aster leafhoppers are present in wheat again this spring. For the last few years, aster leafhoppers have been a common occurrence in South Dakota wheat.
Sunflower & Oilseeds
There are times when sunflower producers need unbiased answers. That’s what we are here for.
Alfalfa Weevil Activity Prediction Update: June 5, 2024
Although the degree day estimates suggest that alfalfa weevils are no longer active in the fields and should be pupating, scouting has indicated otherwise.
Seedcorn Maggot Degree Day Activity Estimates: June 5, 2024
Peak emergence of the second generation of seedcorn maggots is occurring in a few areas of the state. The rest of the state is between the second and third generation emergences.
Common Stalk Borer Activity Estimate: June 5, 2024
In southern South Dakota, enough degree days have accumulated for common stalk borer caterpillars to begin moving from alternative hosts into corn. Fields should be monitored for leaves with signs of defoliation.
Are You at Risk for Sudden Death Syndrome in Soybean?
The present weather conditions of heavy rainfall and cool temperatures provide a favorable environment for sudden death syndrome in soybeans. Learn some expert tips for identifying and managing it this growing season.
Farm Equipment, Safety on the Road, Everyone’s Role
National Farm Safety Week serves as a safety reminder for those involved in agriculture. During harvest, we will see an increase in farm equipment on the road, including tractors, combines, grain carts, silage choppers and silage trucks.