Soybean Disease

Frogeye leaf spot

Frogeye Leaf Spot in Soybeans in Eastern Nebraska

July 27, 2017
Frogeye leaf spot is occurring in Nebraska soybeans, particularly in the eastern third of the state. While some fields have minor levels, some have significant levels and a fungicide treatment may be needed.

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Wilted, stunted phytophthora
Figure 1. Wilted and stunted soybean plant due to phytophthora in an otherwise healthy field. (Photo taken in Hall County by Sarah Schlund)

Phytophthora Root and Stem Rot Developing in Soybeans

July 27, 2017
As conditions heated up the last two weeks, the fungus causing phytophthora root and stem rot became active in irrigated fields and those fields that received significant rain over the past couple weeks. Growers are encouraged to scout for this disease and, if found, manage through seed selection and treatment for the next crop.

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Plant & Pest Diagnostic Clinic Report (June 14)

June 15, 2017

The following diseases were reported in samples submitted to the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab June 1 to June 14.

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Phytophthora root and stem rot

Conditions Favor Early Season Soybean Diseases Again This Year

June 6, 2017
Cool, wet conditions in May may be contributing to soybean seedling injury from disease. Scouting is recommended to identify diseases and differentiate injury from that caused by herbicides when determining potential stand loss.

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Soybean fungicide calculator

Research in 4 North Central States Shows Limited Response with Fungicide in R3 Soybeans

February 3, 2017

In a multi-year summary of soybean studies with fungicide and insecticide applications in the north central United States, university researchers combined trial data to estimate overall profitability of foliar applications at the R3 growth stage (beginning pod development).

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Soybean cyst nematode cysts on soybean
Soybean cyst nematode cysts on soybean

Test for SCN This Fall & Select Seed Accordingly

October 31, 2016
If you noticed some areas of your soybean fields that didn't yield as well as expected, this fall would be a good time to soil test for soybean cyst nematode. In University of Nebraska research of SCN-infested fields, switching to an SCN-resistant variety increased yields as much as 6 bu/ac.

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PPDC Reporting Districts
PPDC Reporting Districts

Corn and Soybean Diseases Reported by UNL PPDC

September 9, 2016
The following diseases were reported in samples submitted to the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab July 1 to Sept. 8.

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Figure 1.  Foliar symptoms of SDS start as clorotic blotches between the veins (leaves in the background) and advance to necrotic areas with bright yellow margins. Veins remain green.
Figure 1. Foliar symptoms of SDS start as clorotic blotches between the veins (leaves in the background) and advance to necrotic areas with bright yellow margins. Veins remain green.

Sudden Death Syndrome Showing Up in Several Areas

August 26, 2016
Wet soil conditions earlier this year and heavy rains during flowering were favorable for early infection with Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS). While there is no treatment at this time, correctly identifying any (and all) stem and root rots like SDS can help you plan for management in future years.

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