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2020 Oat Variety Trials
Practical Farmers of Iowa has released their cooperator trial data for the 2020 Oat Variety Trials.
Soybean varieties with soybean cyst nematode (SCN) resistance from the breeding line PI 88788 are common, and nearly continuous use of this resistance source has led to SCN populations that are capable of increased reproduction on these varieties thereby reducing the effectiveness of those lines. Other sources of SCN resistance are now available. This discussion is highlighted in an Integrated Crop Management article written by Greg Tylka, Soybean varieties with SCN resistance other than PI 88788.
Soybean Foliar Fungicide Evaluation
Daren Mueller has published the Statewide soybean foliar fungicide evaluation in 2020 report. While 2020 was a dry year in most locations and disease issues were not much of a problem, Daren reminds us that not only is yield important, but you must consider the economic returns from any fungicide application. Additional resources include the Fungicide Efficacy for Control of Soybean Foliar Diseases table published by the Crop Protection Network.
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Events
It is not too late to register for CropsTV! We are only one week in and we have 9 weeks to go! What is CropsTV? It is like any streaming TV service you subscribe to only better and cheaper! You can access up to 45 presentations. You can join in live the day of the presentation, or watch the sessions on demand after their initial broadcast, when it is convenient for you! You can get up to 45 CCA credits and you also get a weekly CropsTV Guide that highlights the programs for the upcoming week. You can access the full schedule and the registration link at CropTV. This series is supported by the Iowa Soybean Association and the Iowa Corn Grower's Association.
The Ag Chem Dealer Update has been moved to a virtual online event. The next and final session is December 15 at 12:45 p.m. This event helps prepare seed, chemical and fertilizer dealers, crop consultants, farm managers and agronomists for crop production challenges in the year ahead. This event offers continuing instructional course requirements for commercial applicators in categories 1A, 1B, 1C and 10 for calendar year 2020 and also offers 2.5 pest management credits for CCAs.
Additional details and registration link.
The University of Minnesota is offering the Soil Management Summit online on December 15 and 16. Please see this message from committee chair, Jodi DeJong-Hughes about the conference and its commitment to providing high quality programming in a safe, online venue while Cultivating Soil Productivity and Health. Registration link. As a member of the planning committee I invite you to participate in this event. You will find research, applied science and proven farmer experience all in one conference -Angie.
Iowa Private Pesticide Applicator Meetings
Let me thank you all for your patience as we adapt to changing circumstances with COVID-19 in regards to delivery of private pesticide applicator training. Your well being is my utmost concern. While I have cancelled all of my December meetings, I want you to know that County Extension Staff, Extension Field Agronomists and campus staff are working hard to provide training in a safe environment. After the first of the year I anticipate there will be multiple delivery methods for your private pesticide applicator training. You can most certainly contact your local County Extension Office to determine their availability to schedule time for you to watch a video prior to the end of this year, or I ask that you wait for us to share details about more opportunities after the first of the year. You are welcome to call me at 515-231-2830 if you have questions or concerns- Angie.
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