Agronomy and Plant Genetics

Enhancement of Survey Efforts for Corn Pests in Minnesota

Maintaining corn yield increases in the presence of new and evolving insect and pathogen pests has required sustained improvements in corn genetics, crop management practices and pesticides.

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Impact of Cover Crop Strategies on Productivity of Corn

The dominant crops in Minnesota are corn and soybeans; together, they are responsible for more than 80% of the $9.25 billion value of the state’s field and miscellaneous crops in 2014 (USDANASS, 2015). As part of the Midwest, the state is within one of the most intense agricultural areas in the world.

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Maximizing Soil Warming and Health Under Different Tillage Practices in a Corn-Soybean Rotation

This is a multi-state effort involving Minnesota and North Dakota corn and soybean growers. This study is based on the following producer questions: What are the benefits

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