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Reports of soybean seed quality issues are increasing across the U.S. in 2026, including purple seed stain, seed discoloration, and seed decay. Identifying the differences can help farmers better understand how their soybeans are graded at the elevator: ow.ly/7pzy50ZYLR5 #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess
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Every bushel counts! Waiting too long to harvest soybeans can mean less grain weight and more harvest losses. Hear more about the importance of timely harvest from @PurdueSoybean at ow.ly/nOzv50ZZav2 #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess
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Still seeing soybeans of other colors? @JennyCarleo explores the issue in this #UpdateFromTheField For more information, check out our recent web blog at soybeanscienceforsuccess.org… #SoyCheckoff
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Learn from NC farmer Jimmy Howard and NC State Extension Agent @JennyCarleo on his approach to planting soybeans through cover crop residue. From adjusting down pressure to choosing closing wheels, Jimmy shared how keeping his planter setup simple helps him manage his fields. ow.ly/9ffZ50ZYEzM #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess #CoverCrops
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Researchers focused on soybean yield potential following a cover crop in a @SoybeanScience1 project. They found cover crop water usage is a major factor and management trade-offs are key to a successful soybean-cover crop relationship. #SoyCheckoff bit.ly/4A6U6By
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Since adopting cover crops a decade ago, Nick Meier has noticed more earthworm activity, less standing water and less sediment following heavy rainfall. Hear more about Nick's experience: ow.ly/X4sW50ZX1Fg #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess #CoverCrops
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Purple soybeans? Purple seed stain was more common across the Midwest in 2026 due to warm and wet weather during seed development. While it likely has little impact on yield, it can affect grain quality and potentially lead to lower prices. Read the article to learn more: ow.ly/ti1z50ZX1KE #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess
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Soybean can tolerate some leaf loss, but defoliation during reproductive stages can have a big impact. Learn more about the causes, impacts, and management of soybean defoliation to reduce yield loss next year: ow.ly/H4G550ZX1Pv #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess
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Science for Success retweeted
“Seeding rates above the [agronomic optimum seeding rate] resulted in no benefit under favorable conditions, since higher plant populations mostly benefit from environments exposed to weather events that reduce population (e.g., hail).” From the @ASA_CSSA_SSSA article "Seeding rate effects on soybean seed yield components and economic return" doi.org/10.1002/agj2.70534 by Fernando M. Marcos, Caio L. dos Santos, Natan A. Seraglio, and Mark A. Licht @badgerbean @PurdueSoybean @SoybeanScience1 @ISUExtension #soybean #USSoy
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We can't control the weather, but we can prepare for whatever mother nature decides to throw our way. Excess rain towards the end of the season can cause seed quality and harvest efficiency issues. Hear from @carrijo_crops and @TheDirtDude for a sneak peak of some of our new content! #SoyCheckoff
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We work around tractors all the time, but do we know what sounds they make? We put our graduate students to the test, how did they do? youtube.com/shorts/cFHEXX4DA… #SoyCheckoff
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When it comes to soybean desiccation, a small difference in timing can have a big impact! Dr. Mike Mulvaney shares what researchers at Mississippi State University are seeing when they compare applications at R6.5 and R7, including differences in yield and grain quality. Learn more about their research here: ow.ly/xh2N50ZULQ4 #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess
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We hear that it's #WorldStatisticsDay! Farmers are bombarded by data from ads, publications, social media, and more. It can be hard to decipher which information is accurate and impactful. Check out our factsheet on the basics of interpreting agronomic data for more info: ow.ly/MZiG50XbLIP
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Science for Success retweeted
Replying to @Adrianinag
@Adrianinag is a fine farmer, and innovates to enhance his farm’s productivity and profitability. Cover crops are one of the tools he uses
Adrian Locklear has used cover crops in North Carolina since 2013 to help suppress weeds and improve his soil. He advises starting small and trying different species and blends to find what works best for your farm. Watch here: ow.ly/TTu950ZULMX #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess #CoverCrops
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Adrian Locklear has used cover crops in North Carolina since 2013 to help suppress weeds and improve his soil. He advises starting small and trying different species and blends to find what works best for your farm. Watch here: ow.ly/TTu950ZULMX #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess #CoverCrops
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Soybean lodging can make harvest more difficult, with historical studies reporting harvest losses of around 3% to 10% in lodged fields. Prioritizing lodged fields and adjusting combine and header settings can help minimize the losses. Learn more about the causes and how to manage it here: ow.ly/HT5250ZULF7 #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess
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Science for Success retweeted
Drone view of our on-farm wheat/double-crop soybean trial: early-season soybean is mature, while full-season soybean is still dropping leaves. Final year of the study. Stay tuned for a project report this winter 🌱📊 📷@bowmannd 📍Piatt County 
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