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More yield means more residue, and elevated diesel prices equal a costly fall. Mosaic Biosciences’ new enzyme digester costs about $10 an acre. Application timing decides whether that money buys field operations, emergence/final stand or nutrients.

Backed by Leaps by Bayer, Robigo says its engineered microbes matched chemical-level control of Sudden Death Syndrome in soybeans in year-one trials, while delivering a 3x yield gain against fusarium wilt in lettuce and berries — with commercial launches targeted for 2028 and 2029.

Sound Agriculture adds seed treatment to its product portfolio, with nutrient use efficiency in focus.

Illinois Soybean Association on-farm research found that sulfur can boost yields under certain soil and management conditions—but it’s far from a blanket recommendation.

The latest product in Corteva’s lineup can go on fields as a pre or post, targets more than 36 broadleaf weeds and grasses, and provides up to four weeks of residual control.

Agronomists urge farmers to scout, treat and communicate any significant losses to landlords and bankers prior to harvest.

New Stratus data shows grower satisfaction and use are rising, but the category’s future may depend on realistic expectations, agronomic positioning and proof close to the farm.

USDA ratings show that the nation’s crops lag behind Iowa’s current strong performance, while drowned-out areas and weather stress in Illinois could deliver harvest disappointments.