Soybean cyst nematodes are a root-dwelling, root cause of major U.S. soybean yield losses. Yet research shows few growers are aware of SCN or how to manage it. On behalf of the NCSRP, we bring together a coalition of seed companies, grower cooperatives, university researchers and state soybean associations to increase SCN awareness and soil testing.
Ads, education materials and media relations efforts urge growers to “Take the Test. Beat the Pest.” Farmers dig the message: State nematologists report a 221 percent jump in soil samples for testing.