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Researchers Sequence Genome Of Fungus Responsible For Soybean SDS

January 24, 2014 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Iowa State University

Researchers at Iowa State University have generated a draft genome sequence of Fusarium virguliforme, a pathogen that causes sudden death syndrome (SDS) in soybeans.

Do Disease-Resistant Wheat Varieties Pay A Price In Yield?

October 31, 2013 | Posted in Crop Protection

For wheat growers, it's a truism: Plant varieties that are resistant to prevalent diseases. But what if the wheat plant has to pay a price for resistance, possibly reducing its yield? Is the resistance worth it?

Strengthening A Billion-Dollar Gene In Soybeans

October 24, 2012 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Illinois

Matt Hudson and Brian Diers, crop sciences researchers at the University of Illinois and Andrew Bent at the University of Wisconsin, think they may have found a way to strengthen plant resistance to soybean cyst nematodes.

New Bt Corn Hybrids And Resistance Issues

February 13, 2012 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: By Ron Hammond and Andy Michel, Ohio State University C.O.R.N. Newsletter

We just attended meetings where rootworm resistance to the Cry3Bb1 gene that was discovered in the central Midwest was discussed among researchers, extension specialists, and the various seed companies.

Water-Sipping Corn Hybrids Ready To Make A Splash

Water-optimizing hybrids hitting the market, and soon-to-come traits, may stabilize or even boost yields during periods of water stress.

By Martha Mintz posted on August 1, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection, Water Management

They may not be cactuses. But water-optimizing corn hybrids coming to the market could help growers retain or even boost yields when water is in short supply.

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