Rachael Brooke, Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Harvesting Soybeans for Forage
By Rachael Brooke
Rooks County’s Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent
Prolonged heat and drought stress can cause considerable leaf area loss and soybean yield reduction. If the crop is so drought-stressed that it’s losing leaves or not setting pods, it may be time to cut it for hay. This might have appeal for livestock producers who are facing dry pastures and s...