Fungicides

Killer Fungus That Just Won’t Die Threatens Brazilian Farms (1)

With one glance at the yellowed soybean leaves at her feet, Audrey Kalil knows exactly what is ailing them.

Wet and cool soils favor most pathogens that cause damping off in corn and soybean. Slow growth, compacted soils, and heavy clay soils increase chances of seedling fungal infection.

Monsanto speaks to investors about its motivation to pursue Syngenta.

Conventional wisdom says fungicide use in corn during a drought makes little to no sense. Some plant health experts and farmers believe otherwise.