March is upon us, and in a matter of weeks, the 2026 planting season will begin. Looking back to 2025, there are lessons we can learn as we move forward to the new crop year. From planting date and ...

Studies have found that planting soybeans earlier and using a higher population are the most effective methods for increasing yield.¹ This research is ongoing, but with most of the Midwest ...

In the rush to get early soybeans planted, here are five questions to ask yourself prior to putting seed in the ground: 1. Are you using seed treatments to protect the crop? Early-planted soybeans ...

Eight hours or more is best for developing sweet, ripe fruits. You see, the warmth of the sun powers sugar production and ripening. Tomatoes are especially sensitive to this, with noticeable flavor ...

ST. PAUL -- With only 28 percent of corn acres planted prior to May 9 in Minnesota, growers face the difficult decision of when to begin planting soybeans in order to maintain adequate yields. Soil ...

Edamame, Glycine max, is an edible soybean originating in Japan. It's something of a niche market in the U.S. but gaining popularity as a high protein, low fat snack food for the home garden. In ...

As February closes, row crop farmers have their first major pricing benchmark for 2026, with federal crop insurance spring prices now finalized for corn, soybeans, and spring wheat. The numbers reveal ...

Extension entomologist Ben Thrash reveals which soybean insects threaten yields and which farmers can safely ignore in new ...