If Fe deficiency persists, leaf tissue and even the plant growing point may die. In addition to being important for chlorophyll production, Fe is important for energy transfer within the plant cells, enzyme production, and root nodule formation.

Choosing the correct fields to plant soybeans into this season will bring the greatest profit, as soil salinity and fields with high soil carbonate levels will produce lower yields.

West Central shares how to recognize phosphorus, zinc, copper, iron and manganese deficiencies in your crops and the consequences of them.

Soybean iron deficiency chlorosis (IDC) is a major problem in the easternpart of North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota, says Hans Kandel, North Dakota State University Extension Service agronomist.