PREVENTING EARLY SEASON WEED COMPETITION


Weeds that emerge at the same time as the crop cause the greatest yield loss.


How Weeds Affect Soybeans


• Compete for light and nutrients • Harbor insects and disease • Cause internode space to lengthen


• Risk for late herbicide applications (bad during flowering/pod set)


Listen to growers and retailers describe the value of a preemerge herbicide program for early season weed control.


“With the competition of some resistant weeds, a very sound preemerge herbicide has been key for controlling waterhemp in our area.” - Martin Barry, Walker AG Supply – Wahoo, Nebraska


“If anything deserves big attention in my book, it’s making sure our preemerge herbicide is applied in a timely fashion.” - Ben Pederson, grower from Lake Mills, Iowa


“I’ve used a lot of the BASF products, including Optill®


Even though it’s a preemerge herbicide, it’s kept a lot of the stronger broadleaves under control all season.” - Dave Duttlinger, grower from Wheatfield, Indiana


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