Proactive Weed Management: Addressing Persistent Waterhemp and Pigweed Issues

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August 10, 2024

DATE | Full Season

LOCATION | Toluca, IL

CROP | Corn

THREAT | Weed Pressure

MISSION | 1 2 3 4 5 6

Effective weed control requires early detection and strategic planning to prevent yield loss.

PROBLEM

From the first missions, a high density of waterhemp was detected in the field.
As the season progressed, the waterhemp issue persisted, and pigweeds began to emerge, reaching a stage where they can no longer be effectively controlled.

RECOMMENDATION

For this season, the weeds under the canopy cannot be addressed due to their advanced growth stage.
However, knowing this field is prone to weed problems, a different and more aggressive management program should be planned for the next season.

OPPORTUNITY

Retailer Opportunity
Upsell premium herbicides by showing the risk of hard-to-kill weeds like waterhemp and positioning a season-long management plan.

Grower Opportunity
Avoid major yield loss — preventing a 23-bushel setback from waterhemp meant protecting $92 per acre in value.

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