The soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is the most damaging soybean pest in Michigan and the incidence and severity of sudden death syndrome (SDS) has increased dramatically in Michigan in past few years. Past research has shown that yield reductions from SCN and SDS can be significantly reduced through the use of resistant or tolerant varieties. However, research is needed to identify and isolate new genetic sources of SDS resistance to improve theperformance and availability of SDS tolerant varieties adapted to Michigan. New seed treatments have been developed and are being marketed to improve the performance of SCN resistant varieties. Research is needed to evaluate the performance and economic...
Update:The Decatur nursery consistently showed high SDS disease pressure and helped us achieved our research goals on SDS. It proved again the nursery was the best naturally infected SDS nursery in the US.
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