08/10/2026
This time of year we still need to be on the lookout for harmful insects in soybeans. Grasshoppers, Aphids, and Spider Mites can still cause significant economic damage as soybeans finish maturing. The primary problem lately seems to be spider mites. With the drought and relatively high temps that most of our service area seems to be experiencing we have been seeing high spider mite pressure. Symptoms of spider mite presence include, greying, yellowing, browning and eventually lower leaf loss. Hot and dry conditions tend to drive spider mites out of neighboring vegetation while at the same time suppressing fungal conditions that act as a natural deterrent. If you have been lucky enough to catch some extra moisture you may be more likely to see some aphid activity. We have been treating select pockets where aphid populations have been on the rise.
Be on the lookout for these pests and make sure your soybeans finish strong this year. Dakota Air Spray is ready to help! Give us a call today.
(701)-642-1300
(photo credit: University of Minnesota & FMC)