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Significant Nutrient Deficiencies in Soybeans at Key Growth Stages 06/22/2023

Every year, Helena collects large amounts of Extractor tissue samples from soybean acres across the nation. While potassium and sulfur remain the top two nutrient deficiencies across all growth stages, sulfur stands out as the most deficient nutrient in early season and R1 soybeans.
Unraveling Grower Opportunity in Wheat 06/22/2023

As agricultural practices continue to evolve, understanding the nutrient requirements of crops becomes crucial for achieving optimal yields. Among the various crops, wheat holds a significant position in global agriculture.
Unveiling Cotton Nutrient Deficiencies: Insights from Extractor Tissue Samples 06/22/2023

In the realm of cotton farming, certain nutrient deficiencies are known to significantly impact crop health. However, recent data from Extractor^® tissue samples found surprising deficiencies in certain secondary nutrients.
Maximize Fruit Quality with Targeted Applications of Potassium 06/01/2023

Potassium is readily available in most soils. However, vines usually cannot take up enough K to satisfy crop requirements during peak demand. This spike in demand starts just before fruit set and continues through sizing. Since K moves into the roots through diffusion (very short distances in the soil), drought, deficit irrigation, high salinity, sandy soils and high soil levels of calcium and magnesium can adversely affect K uptake.
Finding the Right Herbicide for Volunteer Corn and Other Weedy Grasses in Soybeans 05/25/2023

With the season well underway, growers are busy maintaining fields and planning for in-season weed control. With that in mind, it is important to plan on knocking out unwanted grasses and volunteer corn in soybeans, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed with the number of selective grass herbicides in the market. When choosing a herbicide, consider not only the active ingredient in the jug, but also the inert ingredients.
Tar Spot: An Unwelcome Newcomer to the Midwest 05/09/2023

When it comes to tar spot on corn, it’s not a matter of if, but when. In 2023, corn growers in the Midwest can expect to see tar spot continue to spread throughout the corn belt. However, despite the onward march of this fast-acting pathogen, there are ways to prepare for it and mitigate its impact this season.
Tissue Samples Reveal Surprising Nutrient Trends in Corn 05/09/2023

Over the last three years, tissue samples in corn reveal surprising nutrient deficiency trends for Derek Emerine, National Agronomist for Helena Agri-Enterprises. No, it’s not deficiencies in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
Readying Midwest Corn Growers for Black Cutworm 05/04/2023

A recent article in the The Scoop reported on the status of Black Cutworm (BCW) Moth trapping in the Midwest. To date, “significant flights” of BCW have been found in Indiana, Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. This gives corn growers in the Midwest cause for concern as larvae feeding can result in severe damage to a field. Dr. Greg Willoughby, Technical Service Manager for Helena Agri-Enterprises based in Indiana, urges growers to prepare now for a possible infestation.

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