PFP21: Soybean Cyst Nematode and HG Types – What Are They and How Can They Help You Manage SCN?
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN, Heterodera glycines) is a microscopic worm that feeds on the roots of soybean plants. This …
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Introducing the New Soybean Diagnostic Key
The NC State specialists with soybean responsibilities are pleased to launch the Soybean Diagnostic Key. This key is a …
PFP21: Pre-Plant Liming and Fertilization
Proper soil fertility management is an important step for a successful soybean season. Before planting, it is important to …
Webinar RECORDING: Early Season Soybean Management
An early season soybean management webinar was hosted on 4/1/2021 via Zoom by NC State Extension Specialists Drs. Wes …
What Are the Optimal Planting Conditions for Corn?
In order to achieve optimum corn yields, we need to get the corn crop off to a good start. …
Watch Out for These (Arthropod) Spring Home Invaders
Insects and other arthropods are feeling the warm weather and waking up for spring. Bees, social wasps, bugs, flies, …
PFP21: Soybean Seeding Rate
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Soybean Seeding Rate Soybean is a plastic crop that can perform well across a wide …
Register Now for Climate Webinar on April 26
The North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center will offer a Climate Webinar on April 26, 2021, from 7–9 p.m …
Thinking About Planting Corn at Higher Populations?
Higher Corn Populations? Where is the Industry Headed? In this video, Area Agent, Tim Hambrick, discusses why higher populations are …
Podcast!
Why are NC State Extension and N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services talking about rapidly developing farmland? What …
Early Season Soybean Management Webinar 4/1/21
Join us for an early season soybean management webinar on 4/1/2021 at 8 a.m. via Zoom. The format will …
PFP21: Think About Pests When Terminating Cover Crops Prior to Planting Soybeans
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Think About Pests when Terminating Cover Crops Prior to Planting Soybeans Prepared by Dominic Reisig and …
PFP21: Soybean Seed Treatments
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Soybean Seed Treatments Prepared by Adrienne Gorny, Dominic Reisig, and Rachel Vann Fungicidal Seed Treatments: Soybeans in …
PFP21: Soybean Maturity Group
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Soybean Maturity Group Soybean maturity groups (MG) are latitudinal zones developed to define where a …
Science for Success: National Soybean Planting Considerations Webinar Available
The US Soybean Extension specialists are working together on a Science for Success initiative doing collaborative research and Extension on a variety of topics. …
PFP21: Soybean Planting Date
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Soybean Planting Date Using the optimal soybean planting date is critical to maximize yield for …
Farm Transition Tactics
William Hamilton is a 15-year veteran dealing with farmland in North Carolina, specializing in a wide array of issues …
Calling All Current & Future Farmer Veterans!
Consider participating in this educational conference to learn about resources available to North Carolina Farmer Veterans, gain some ideas …
Farmers of Color Network Infrastructure Grants
Grant applications are now open for the second round of grants from the Farmers of Color Network Infrastructure Fund …
National Webinar 2/19: Soybean Planting Considerations
The US Soybean Extension specialists are working together on a Science for Success initiative doing collaborative research and Extension on a variety of topics. …
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