If glyphosate was no longer a management tool available for farmers, the immediate impact would be costly to the economy, farmers and the environment. That is according to a new report from Aimpoint Research. Key findings from the study range from a 2 to 2.5 times surge in input costs for farmers to a reduction in the global competitiveness of U.S. agriculture, especially corn.

Visual symptoms of red crown rot often show up in soybeans between R3 and R7 growth stages. The foliar symptoms — interveinal chlorosis and necrosis — are nearly identical to sudden death syndrome. Double-digit yield losses are not uncommon.

In-field and classroom sessions will address making changes to your crop rotation, tillage systems or nutrient placement; managing early-planted soybeans; evaluating below-ground issues that impact corn yields; and implementing cover crops.

Andy Griffith actually grew up in Mt. Airy, North Carolina, but many people refer to it as Mayberry. Today, visiting the North Carolina town is like stepping onto the TV set decades ago.