An integrated pest management specialist is encouraging
growers to scout soybean fields for insects.
Bruce Potter with University of Minnesota Extension says the crop becomes more susceptible as it goes through its reproductive phase.
“They can tolerate a little less defoliation now than they could earlier. There’s not as many leaves to be put on and replace ones that are lost. And that plant is relying on its resources a little more right now.”
He expects pressure from defoliators like flea beetles and green clover worm to increase early this month.
Continue reading Critical time to scout soybeans for defoliators at Brownfield Ag News.
