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Illinois Agronomy Handbook

This guide explains the following topics: Weather and Crops Steven, Corn, Soybean, Small Grains and Grain, Cropping Systems, Hay and Pasture, Water Quality, Managing Soil pH and Crop Nutrients, Managing Nitrogen, Soil Management and Tillage, Water Management, Weed Management, Managing Insect Pests, Managing Diseases and Nematodes.

Author(s): University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

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Illinois Agronomy Handbook

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