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Soybean Manganese (Mn) Requirement

Last Updated: March 28, 2008

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Manganese deficiency can be identified in the field by observing newly emerging leaves that are chlorotic (yellow) with veins that remain green. Foliar applications of Mn may be warranted based on symptoms and soils analyze. Soil testing will identify Mn deficiency prone soils.

Rarely are soybeans truly deficient without showing foliar symptomology.

Soil test can predict potential deficiencies and visual symptoms may be used to confirm these. Manganese deficiency can be identified in the field by observing newly emerging leaves that are chlorotic (yellow) with veins that remain green.

“For more information on this or other topics related to soybean production, contact your state extension specialist or your local extension educator/agent.”

The following is the link to the soybean extension specialists: state extension soybean specialist

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