Southern Rust is a fungal disease that can seriously impact your corn yields if not managed early. Here’s what you need to know:

🔍 What to Look For:

• Orange to Reddish-Brown Pustules on the upper leaf surface.
• Yellowing & Premature Drying of leaves.
• Rapid Spread in warm, humid conditions.

💡 Impact on Your Crop:

• Reduced Photosynthesis = Less Grain Fill.
• Weakened Plants = More Susceptible to Stress.

🛡 Protect Your Fields:

• Scout Regularly: Early detection is key!
• Fungicide Application: Depending on your hybrid and your planting date, it might not be too late to benefit from!

Act fast and stay vigilant to keep your corn healthy and thriving! 🌱💪

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Hey everyone, it’s time to be on the lookout for aphids—these little pests are getting worse, and they can seriously impact your crops. Here’s what you need to know:

What to Look For:

Check the underside of leaves and start counting those little green bugs. If you find 250 aphids on a plant, you’ve reached the threshold for action.

Damage Potential:

Aphids are piercing-sucking insects that feed on the sugars in your plants, affecting them all the way through the R6 stage. If you notice them lining up on the stems, like in the picture, you’re dealing with some heavy pressure.

Ideal Conditions for Aphids:

They thrive in temperatures between 70-78°F and can reproduce every 1.3 days—so things can escalate quickly!

Signs of Severe Infestation:

As you walk through your fields, if you notice the beans are wet and sticky, that’s aphid honeydew—a sign they’ve done significant damage.

Scouting your fields regularly is key to protecting your crops. Don’t let these pests take over—stay vigilant and act fast!

#FarmingTips #CropProtection #AphidAlert #FieldScouting #PlantHealth

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