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Soybean Diseases Starting to Wake Up

August 21, 2013
Early symptoms of Sudden Death Syndrome

By Daren Mueller, Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology


After taking much of the growing season off, soybean diseases are finally starting to wake up and make a bit of noise.


Soybean rust


Yes, you read correctly, a soybean rust update. It has been a few years. Dr. Carl Bradley has a nice article on the status and risk of soybean rust in Illinois. The article includes the most common look-alike diseases.


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Soybean Vein Necrosis Virus Identified in Iowa

July 18, 2013
Foliar symptoms of SVNV on soybean leaves

By Daren Mueller, Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology


Soybean vein necrosis virus (SVNV) was first confirmed in Iowa last season. Last year we did not see SVNV until August. This past week we identified SVNV in several locations in Iowa. It is not known yet if earlier symptoms may increase chances of yield loss. We will continue to monitor and provide updates.


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