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Nematodes remain a hidden but costly threat to South Carolina soybean production. This project focused on equipping growers and advisors with the knowledge and diagnostic testing needed to identify, manage, and reduce yield losses.

Liberty Ultra represents a newer glufosinate formulation designed to improve weed control and application flexibility. This project evaluates how Liberty Ultra performs within dicamba-tolerant systems and how it can be best positioned for maximum effectiveness.

Bt corn remains one of the most effective tools for managing key insect pests like corn earworm and fall armyworm. However, shifting pest pressure and resistance to some Bt toxins make it critical to continuously validate performance under South Carolina conditions.

Insect control is important in soybean production, but it can be hard to know when to treat. Spraying too early or when it isn’t needed adds extra cost, while waiting too long can lead to avoidable yield loss.