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Western Corn Belt farmers prepare for rising corn disease pressure

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As the U.S. corn crop faces increased disease pressure, two farmers in the Western Corn Belt say crop health remains a top priority. South-central Nebraska farmer Mike Bergen says he’s budgeted for two fungicide passes on all of his acres. “Not sure I’m going to need it. If we stay really hot, I’m not sure […]

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Written by: Leah Jones

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