soybean field in ontario

Iron deficiency chlorosis took toll on Manitoba soy

IDC was a widespread issue last year as diminishing soil moisture left salts higher in the soil profile

Manitoba’s soybean acres had a hard time with iron deficiency chlorosis (IDC) in 2024. The province’s soils are usually rich in iron, but when there’s too much moisture, soluble salts, nitrates or calcium carbonates, the plant’s ability to get that iron is impeded.