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Soybeans Under Siege Cover Crops to the Rescue | Minneapolis News
Soybeans are Minnesota’s third-largest crop, but pests like the soybean aphid are wreaking havoc—potentially slashing yields by 40%. Farmers have long relied on insecticides, but resistance, rising costs, and environmental harm make this approach unsustainable. Enter the University of Minnesota’s innovative solution: planting pennycress cover crops alongside soybeans. Early results show these crops naturally suppress aphids while also preventing soil erosion and nutrient runoff. Plus, farmers can harvest and sell the seeds for extra income. This eco-friendly strategy could soon become a…
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