Plant tissue analysis is a singular tool within the toolbox that can be used to help assess nutrient deficiencies within fields. There are a few things to consider when you're taking plant tissue samples.
This time of year, soybeans may begin showing signs of chlorosis or other leaf discoloration in all or parts of the field. There may be many causes of discoloration. Nutrient deficiencies are one possibility.
If it's induced by environmental conditions, the yellow or purple appearance should turn green after a few sunny days with temperatures above 70 F. If plants remain yellow, then closer inspection and assessment is needed.
During the last year, Grand Marsh, Wis., strip-tillers Eric and Megan Wallendal have researched and experimented with use of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle system, primarily to track and treat in-season nutrient deficiencies. They share their lessons learned and return on investment with the system.
Soil and leaf tissue tests indicate a magnesium deficiency and possibly sulfur deficiency are responsible for striped corn, says Michigan State University Extension.
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