Iron Deficiency Chlorosis - Management

Variety selection

The most successful management of iron deficiency chlorosis is the selection of soybean varieties with greatest resistance. There have been major improvements in soybean varieties that are tolerant to the soil and environmental conditions that lead to iron chlorosis. Most public and private soybean varieties have been rated for IDC tolerance.

Soil management

Other management options include manure applications to improve soil chemistry. Application of iron is also an option but it may not be applicable to most situations.

If overwatering or poor drainage are possible causes, they should be corrected.

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