Fusarium ear rot is a disease we encounter every year—it’s actually the most common disease affecting corn ears annually. This disease typically overwinters on corn residue […]
Sometimes I feel like a broken record talking about soybean cyst nematode (SCN), but if the 2024 season taught us anything, it’s that there’s still significant […]
Corn rootworm is not a new challenge for our region, but it has become increasingly problematic over the last three years. While traditionally viewed as an […]
First identified in Indiana in 2015, tar spot has steadily advanced across the country. For the Peterson Farms Seed footprint, it’s notable that our eastern dealers, […]
If you noticed empty soybean pods in 2024, you weren’t alone. A curious condition known as parthenocarpy popped up more than usual. Unfilled soybean pods form […]
In 2025, Peterson Farms Seed proudly marks its 30th anniversary—a milestone that underscores our unwavering commitment to independence and local ownership. Founded in 1995 by Carl […]
Nitrogen is one of the most critical nutrients for achieving optimal corn yields. However, determining the right amount of nitrogen to apply and identifying when nitrogen […]
The pathogen that causes phytophthora root rot can be found nearly everywhere soybeans are grown, but it seems like we see particularly brutal infections in the […]