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Should we plant an earlier maturing hybrid?
By GROWMARK, Inc. A temptation to change crop management plans always exists in late planting seasons. It is early May, but a few questions are already coming in about switching...
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Early Season Soybean Growth and Development
By GROWMARK, Inc. When talking crop emergence, there is a tendency to compare the mesocotyl of the corn plant and the hypocotyl of the soybean plant. When talking about crop...
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Spray Adjuvants
By GROWMARK, Inc. Are you using the right spray adjuvants to enhance pesticide performance, improve coverage and penetration, reduce environmental risks, ensure product compatibility, and support regulatory compliance in sustainable...
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Weed Control in Cool Season Grass Pastures and Hay Fields
By GROWMARK, Inc. Weeds are prominent this year in many grass pastures. Late May to Early June is the best time to control many perennials, annuals, and woody plants. It...
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Dicamba Over-the-Top (OTT) Label Requirements for 2026
By GROWMARK, Inc. Since the launch of Roundup Ready Xtend soybeans we have observed great success in terms of weed control. The use of approved dicamba formulations in soybeans adds...
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Armyworm Species in Field Crops
By GROWMARK, Inc. The three main species of armyworms that attack field crops are true armyworm, fall armyworm, and yellow-striped armyworm. Introduction The three main species of armyworms that attack...
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Soil Applied Herbicides and Rainfall for Activation
By GROWMARK, Inc. As we approach warmer weather, preplant and preemergence spray applications that contain residual herbicides will commence as soil and weather conditions allow. As we approach warmer weather,...
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Importance of Sulfur to Corn & Soybean Production
By GROWMARK, Inc. Sulfur is a plant-essential element, often classified as a ‘secondary’ nutrient because it is needed by the plant in lesser quantities than primary nutrients. The Role of...
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Management of Fusarium Head Blight and Fungicide Timing Tips
By GROWMARK, Inc. Now is the time to be thinking about Fusarium head blight (FHB) in areas where wheat and other small grains are produced. The wheat crop is developing...
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Diagnosing Emergence Problems in Corn
By GROWMARK, Inc. This article includes comments that should help in diagnosing the source and outcome of corn emergence issues. Several factors can lead to emergence problems in corn. Here...