Andy Maul | Bayer technical agronomist

Andy Maul, a technical agronomist for Bayer, discussed his extensive territory in Illinois, covering from Decatur to Quincy. He highlighted the dual challenges of dry and wet conditions during planting, leading to delayed planting and replanting in some areas. Maul noted increased disease pressure, including gray leaf spot, physoderma, and tar spot, and the early emergence of aphids. He emphasized the importance of sound nutrient management, particularly nitrogen timing, to mitigate weather extremes