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Possible Causes For Eight Common Soybean Problems During Reproductive Stages

 From United Soybean Board

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Evidence of insect feeding, stunted pods or damage and discoloration to leaves and stems are all problems that can present themselves during the reproductive stages in soybeans. Pests, such as beetles or mites, may be the cause, but sometimes issues come from viruses or fungus. Below are several common problems and symptoms that appear during the reproductive stage, along with possible causes, to help diagnose and treat your crop.

 

Repo_PodsShowEvidenceofInsectFeeding

 

Repo_PodsAreStuntedShriveledorDiscolored

 

Repo_PhysicalDamagetoLeavesAndOrStems

 

Repo_LeavesstemsDiscoloredStuntedAbnormal

 

Repo_LeavesShowingSpotsorNecroticAreas

 

Repo_GreenPastMaturity

 

Repo_NoEvidenceofDiseaseorNematodes

 

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