There have been large stretches of certain soybean fields that have been turning brown. Some fields seem to be getting worse every day. Some fields just have a tinge of brown.
The beans are suffering from what is known as “Sudden Death Syndrome.” There is no spray to stop it. The beans are not mature – soybeans usually turn yellow before turning brown. The causes go back to the seed variety, planting conditions, and drainage. Seed genetics seems to be the primary culprit. There will be a lot of farmers planting a different brand to seed next year!