Phaeosphaeria leaf spot spreads across Michigan corn
Phaeosphaeria leaf spot is spreading in Michigan cornfields, and experts warn losses could rival tar spot. Universities are verifying the pathogen and management options.
Corn may signal progress on China $17 billion ag purchase
University of Missouri economist Ben Brown says corn and related products may be key to China’s non-soybean farm purchase pledge amid tight beef and cotton supply.
Sound Agriculture INFLECT targets nitrogen-stressed corn
Sound Agriculture INFLECT, a seed-applied biological, targets corn grown with anhydrous ammonia or heavy manure, with trials averaging 6 bushels per acre gains.
Soybeans fall as USDA lifts yield and output estimates
Soybeans fall after USDA raises yield and production estimates. Ending stocks tighten on export expectations as corn and wheat also retreat.
Corn and soybeans stage a counterseasonal rally
Corn and soybeans are rising ahead of harvest in a counterseasonal rally, with yield questions, solid demand and large fund positions reshaping expectations.
Inconsistent summer weather limits corn disease impact
Iowa State University Extension says variable summer conditions curbed corn disease impact, though tar spot may increase as temperatures cool.
North Iowa ethanol plant prepares for strong corn harvest
Golden Grain Energy in Mason City is preparing for a likely above-average corn crop, with harvest expected by mid-September, according to company leadership.
Michigan corn tar spot risk persists after timely rain
Timely rains have lifted Michigan corn conditions, but Michigan corn tar spot remains a concern as growers weigh fungicide decisions and monitor disease spread.
Midwest heat wave threatens soybeans at critical stage
A Midwest heat wave has coincided with soybean flowering and corn silking, raising yield concerns as rainfall remains limited, according to NDSU experts.