Soybean cyst nematode

The best time to sample for soybean cyst nematode

The time for sampling for soybean cyst nematode is critical for proper SCN detection and subsequent management decisions. Sampling during a wrong period or season will result in an inaccurate estimate of SCN population density and can lead to wrong management decisions. To avoid this, soybean growers should conduct sampling for SCN during the right […]

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The Unique Life Cycle of SCN, The $1.5 Billion Parasite

Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is a significant pathogen affecting soybean crops in the U.S., causing annual losses of $1.5 billion. First identified in North Carolina in 1954, SCN infests nearly all soybean fields. Effective management strategies include crop rotation, resistant varieties, monitoring, soil health practices, and targeted chemical controls to mitigate damage.

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