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SOYBEANSOYBEANSOYBEANSOYBEAN SCENESCENE SCENE August 2017 DecemberJune 2018 2017 7 Quarterly Updates from the North Carolina Soybean Producers UPCOMING EVENTS June 8 OUTREACH PROGRAMS on the MOVE! Salute to Agriculture Night at the Down East Wood Ducks, The NCPSA outreach education program keeps a full Kinston calendar of events across the state to build positive perceptions of farmers and farming, as well as July 23-24 educate participants about soy. The spring is NCSPA Summer Board Meeting, especially busy, with lots of events, many of those Pinehurst reaching children. July 26 One of the most well-attended events of the year for Northeast Ag Expo, education outreach is Farm Animal Days at N.C. Elizabeth City State. Held at the Lake Wheeler Road Field Laboratory, it introduces children, mostly pre-school Aug. 1 and elementary school age, to farm animals, farm Blacklands Farm Managers Tour, equipment and agriculture. It is a popular event, this Washington Cty. year hosting over 8,000 visitors. Aug. 5 Rogers educated kids about farmers and farming at Ag Day at Carolina Mudcats, two events at Marbles Kids Museum in downtown Laura Rogers and friends at Farm Zebulon Raleigh, where the NCSPA also has an exhibit about Animals Days at N.C. State modern agriculture. She was the “Guest Star Scientist” on Apr.p 7, where 3,000 kids learned about IN THIS ISSUE the Science of Soybeans. At the “Future Me Fair” on Feb. 24, participants learned about farming too! Rogers, along with board member 2018 SPORTING CLAYS Michael McPherson and his wife Renee’, Challenge Winners talked to nearly 1,000 people at Homegrown in the Park with the Alamance County Farm NCSPA SCHOLARSHIP Bureau on Apr. 14. Recipients Announced KATHERINE’S CORNER: Weed Management Critical DR. Jim Dunphy RETIRES; Dr. Michael and Renee’ McPherson HIT IT OUT OF THE Rachel Vann NAMED TO with Rogers at Homegrown in the REPLACE HIM Park PARK WITH NCSPA! PARK WITH NCSPA! Baseball fans can answer N.C. soybean trivia and win great prizes all baseball season! The NCSPA is featured at games for the Carolina Mudcats in Zebulon, a Class A- The NCSPA is featured at games for the Carolina Mudcats in Zebulon, a Class A- Advanced affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. The Down East Wood Ducks in Kinston, a Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Texas Rangers will also feature fun contests highlighting N.C. soybeans. AgCarolina Farm Credit is a promotional partner too! The Wood Ducks will host a Salute to N.C. Ag Night on June 8 with special displays and highlights. On Aug. 5, the Mudcats will also feature N.C. ag products during special festivities. during special festivities. www.ncsoy.org Soybean Scene is an official communication of the North Carolina Soybean Producers 2018 Sporting Clays Association, Inc., the Qualified State Soybean Board designated by the United States Department of Agriculture to administer the Challenge soybean check-off program in North Carolina. One-half of check-off funds collected in the The NC SoyPAC held its annual Sporting state are invested in research, market Clays Challenge Fri., Mar. 23, 2018. Nearly development and producer communications 70 participants enjoyed two rounds of projects to benefit North Carolina soybean producers. The remaining one-half of funding shooting and a great steak dinner. The is remitted to the United Soybean Board event is an annual fundraiser which enables (USB), whose 73 farmer-directors oversee the organization to support elected offi cials soybean check-off investments on the national who show support for agricultural policies level. Comments, questions, and change of that protect farm rights, grow markets and address notifications are welcomed. Address correspondence to: Soybean Scene, 211 Six enact policies that support farmers. Forks Road, Suite 102, Raleigh, NC 27609, telephone 1-919-839-5700 or fax 919-839- Heyward Owens from the Coastal 5775. Email [email protected] Agrobusiness team fi nished as the top Visit online at www.ncsoy.org shooter with a score of 86 and was followed 2018 Sporting Clays Challenge President John Fleming (Scotland Neck) closely by a score of 85 from Phil Gregory. winning team, Strickland #1 Vice President Jeff Tyson (Nashville) The winning team of shooters was Secretary David Heath (Dover) Strickland #1, with a score of 320! Team members included Phil Gregory, David Treasurer Jeff Peed (Aurora) USB Director Jacob Parker (Columbia) Lesley, Brian Demonte & Dan Christopherson. Team McPherson came in second at USB Director Derek Potter (Grantsboro) 282, with team members Mike Pittard, Drew Pittard, Mickey Smith and Lonnie ASA Director Jimmy Thomas (Timberlake) Campbell. The NCSPA congratulates the winners for a great day of shooting! Reggie Baker, Monroe Mart Benson, Pantego Sponsors for the 2018 Challenge were Asgrow, Coastal Agrobusiness, Triangle Angela Berben, Pantego Chemical and Pioneer. The NCSPA gratefully recognizes their support, which Andy Bland, Dover helped create a fun-fi lled day for everyone! A special thanks also goes to Bayer, Isaac Boerema , Pantego Ray Bullard, Stedman Quality Equipment and East Coast Equipment for their donations to the event raffl e Jessica Burgess, Eure and support of the day! Of course, thanks to everyone who participated in the event Bert Dixon, Maury and supported the NC SoyPAC. Information will be available in early 2019 about the Sydney Edwards Dunn, Edenton tournament for next year! Curtis Furr, Albemarle Gary Hendrix, Raeford Lance Herndon, Parkton Chris Hester, Bladenboro Bob Hyman, Oak City NCSPA Scholarship Recipients for Aaron Kirk, Hillsborough Trey Liverman, Columbia Greg Manning, Nashville 2018-2019 Kevin Matthews, East Bend Dan McDuffie, Lake Waccamaw Recipients of the 2018 North Carolina Soybean Research Scholarships have Michael McPherson, Mebane Brett Medlin, Indian Trail been named. The scholarships are awarded annually to N.C. State University Ben Moses Jr., Conway students majoring in agriculture or related fields. To qualify, students must Christopher Naylor, Clinton demonstrate how their studies and work experiences will impact soybean production Cody Paul, Bayboro Shane Revelle, Murfreesboro and/or research in their future careers. The winners receive one-time scholarships Craig Seaman, Manson from $2,500 to $5,000. Those earning scholarships are: Christopher Seymour, Kinston Philip Sloop, Mt. Ulla Jason Starnes, Salisbury x Tristan Morris, Halifax Cty., will be a senior majoring in Plant and Soil Reggie Strickland, Mt. Olive Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Biological Simmy Williams, Shiloh Sciences. x Collin D. Blalock, Wilson Cty., will be a junior majoring in Horticulture STAFF: Science and Crop Science in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Jeff Jennings, CEO x Makala J. Humphrey, Lenoir Cty., will be a junior majoring in Plant and Ashley Thomas, Operations & Member Soil Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Relations Manager x Jonathan D. Hardee, Johnston Cty., will be a junior majoring in Plant and Laura Rogers, Outreach Coordinator Beth Holleman, Accounts Manager Soil Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Katherine Drake Stowe, Research x Charles E. Parker III, Duplin Cty., is a student in the Agricultural Institute Coordinator majoring in Field Crops Technology. Karen Wing, Communications Consultant x John G. Ferebee, Currituck Cty., is a student in the Agricultural Institute Greg Marvin, Compliance Auditor majoring in General Agriculture. The association is proud to provide scholarships to deserving students interested in careers in the soybean industry and looks forward to seeing the positive impact they will have on soybean farming and agriculture. Katherine’s Corner Weed Management Critical for Today & the Future Proper weed control is one of the most important components of a soybean production program. Without weed control, other management decisions have little impact. Weed management is a long-term investment that results in better weed control, higher yields and increased revenues. A recent economic modeling study supported by the Weed Science Society of America found that managing herbicide- resistant weeds resulted in long-term profit increases of 14 – 17% over a 20-year period. Affordable weed control is one of the biggest challenges in soybean production and weeds are one of the most significant threats to crop production across North Carolina. A recent study conducted by N.C. State University’s Dr. Wes Everman and colleagues estimated a 47% loss in soybean yields if weeds are not controlled. That results in over $240 million in losses to N.C. growers. In tough financial times, it is easy to skimp on weed control but it is best not to be tempted to let weeds slide. In order to have a successful 2018, and 2019, 2020 and future years, everyone must commit to fighting weeds. Know Your Enemy To gain an advantage in the fight against weeds, it is important to first know what you’re fighting. This means scouting fields to understand which weed populations and species are present. With this information, a treatment plan can be formulated, which herbicides to use determined and rotating chemical modes of action ensured. Maximize Residuals There are limited POST control options in soybeans, so selecting residuals that cover a broad spectrum of weeds and extending them as late into the season as possible is a critical component to a weed management system. Think Small The sooner weeds are treated after they emerge, the greater the chances they can be killed and the lower the chance they will go to seed to cause problems for years to come. Stay vigilant while soybeans are in the early vegetative stages of growth to keep on top of weed control. POST applications should be made in a timely manner, before weeds reach four inches tall. Read & Follow Directions Any grower using the Xtend system in 2018, must commit to understanding and following the label directions.

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