In this episode of the Pioneer Agronomy Illinois podcast, host Crystal Williams sits down with Brad Allen, Market Development Specialist covering southern Illinois, to talk all things fungicide. From walking fields in the summer to watching soybeans canopy, Brad shares insight on the current growing conditions across the state—ranging from early-planted corn to fields too wet to touch.
They dig into decision-making factors when selecting fungicides, discuss the value of Corteva’s product lineup—including Approach(®) and Approach(®) Prima —and highlight the importance of timing, from V5 to R3. Brad also offers candid thoughts on the economics of early applications and how growers can prioritize acres when budget or logistics make it tough to treat every field.
This episode offers a well-rounded look at how fungicides can help protect yield—and when it makes the most sense to spray.