In the rush to get early soybeans planted, here are five questions to ask yourself prior to putting seed in the ground: 1. Are you using seed treatments to protect the crop? Early-planted soybeans ...

While recent studies boast the benefits of early soybean planting, this strategy is not without risk. Prolonged exposure to cold, damp soil conditions slows soybean emergence and makes plants more ...

With the arrival of spring, gardeners are eager to get their vegetables started, but not all crops tolerate cool spring weather. Tomatoes are heat-loving plants that can be damaged by late spring ...

When it comes to row crops in the United States, soybeans are a major player. In 2024, farmers harvested these legumes from 86.1 million acres—that’s more than the area of Indiana, Washington, and ...

Spring’s first warm days seduce even the most disciplined gardeners. The soil softens, the sun shines brighter, and seeds in their packets practically beg to be planted. It’s tempting to push ahead, ...