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Soybean production in Louisiana contributes nearly $230 million to the state's economy. The LSU AgCenter is committed to aiding the soybean industry through research and extension programs. For more information on soybeans, please note the sub-topics at right or type in a topic in the search box at the top of this page.

Through generous support from the Lousiana Soybean & Grain Research and Promotion Board, the LSU AgCenter produces an annual report of highlights from research and extension programs.

To learn more about soybean research and extension programs, please contact Dr. John Russin, vice chancellor for research, and Dr. Paul Coreil, vice chancellor for extension.

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2012 Soybean Variety Performance Trials
Soybeans

Applications are being accepted applications for the 2012 Soybean Variety Preformance Trial.

Soybean Variety Yields and Production Practices
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2012 Recommendations. Each year the LSU AgCenter tests commercial soybean varieties that are entered in yield tests by private seed companies. This publication provides information about results of those tests at various locations across the state. For best results using this guide, refer to the tables for variety yield results and pick the location fitting your situation -- or if your farm does not fit any location, choose varieties that performed well at multiple locations. (PDF Format Only)
Soybean Varieties Performance Trials 2008
This page contains the soybean performance trials research summaries for the year 2008.

2011 Soybean Performance Trials
2011 Soybean Trials

This posting contains information on the 2011 Soybean Trials.
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2011 Louisiana Soybean Performance Trials
This report contains data reflecting the performance of soybean varieties in Louisiana.
Soybean Variety Trial Cercospora Ratings
Cercospora ratings for Official Variety Trials for soybeans trials at Dean Lee Research Station in 2010 & 2011.
2011 Soybean & Grain Research and Promotion Board Report
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Since 2005, the Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board has provided monies for an AgCenter Communications project to develop a research report highlighting board-funded projects. This publication serves as a report to soybean and small grain producers about the results from LSU AgCenter projects that their check-off dollars funded. It also serves as a marketing piece for the board and grain industry. This is the report for 2011.
New wheat variety set for 2012 release
Dr. Steve Harrison is showcasing wheat varieties
It takes about a decade to develop a new wheat variety, and the diligence of LSU AgCenter wheat breeder Dr. Stephen Harrison is paying off. Next year, the LSU AgCenter’s wheat breeding program will release LA01110D-150.
HEALTHY PLANTS key to optimizing yields, preventing soybean diseases
cercospera on soybean leaf
A healthy plant is the first step toward optimizingyields and preventing disease in soybeans.
2011-2012 projects funded by the Louisiana Soybean and Grain Board
The Louisiana Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board funded these projects in various LSU AgCenter departments, research stations and regions this year. Projects list the research leaders, total funding and the portions allocated from soybean, corn/wheat or grain sorghum checkoff funds.
Researchers seeking Cercospora-resistant soybeans
Cercospera collection from soybean field
LSU AgCenter plant pathologist Dr. Zhi-Yuan Chen is teaming up with AgCenter soybean breeder Dr. Blair Buckley to work on a new project that should take them closer to finding a soybean variety that might repel Cercospora.
Progress made in understanding green bean malady
rogers Leonard talking about green bean malady
For several years, Louisiana soybean growershave experienced significant problems with plants that retained excessive green leaves, green stems and/or green pods after they have reached normal maturity. These symptoms – either alone or together – have been termed the “green plant malady” or “green bean malady.”
Researcher testing methods to make drift measurement easier for farmers
measuring drift pipe
LSU AgCenter researcher Dr. Roberto Barbosa is beginning tests on methods for measuring drift from ground and aerial applicators that could be easier for farmers to use to improve the efficiency of pesticide application.
Work continues on aflatoxin preventers
corn aflatoxin
Aspergillus is a genus of molds, and there are hundreds of its species. One type in particular, Aspergillus flavus, shows up in corn and can produce aflatoxin.
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