Articles by Susanne
Sustainability
When it comes to Water Quality Protection, Delaware Farmers Take the Job Seriously
Many people think of the ground when they think about sustainability. But U.S. soybean growers are very aware of the important role that water also…
Nutrient Management
The Science-Based Approach Behind U.S. Crops
U.S. soybean farmers stay plenty busy in the winter. Following U.S. and state conservation laws is something they practice year-round in order to deliver a…
Biotechnology
The Surprising Link Between GMOs and the Chesapeake Bay
The U.S. soy industry benefits when it promotes methods of innovation and sustainability, and the soy checkoff works to identify and address market access issues…
Weed Control
U.S. Soybean Farmers Apply Herbicides in a Sustainable Manner to Control Weeds
Maryland farmer Eric Spates explains how he applies herbicides in a sustainable manner and applies foliar micronutrients to help control weeds. [video width="400" height="224" mp4="http://ussoy2018.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Spraying-Weeds.mp4"][/video]
Weed Control
U.S. Soybean Farmers Use Technology to Produce a Sustainable Product
Maryland farmer Eric Spates talks about how he uses the same computer as both a yield monitor and a sprayer monitor. GPS and autosteer help…
Cover Crops
Soybean Harvest in Maryland
Maryland farmer Eric Spates shows how he combines beans at his farm. He talks about his sustainability practices, including how his grass waterway prevents soil…