Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Green stem is a term used to describe abnormal or delayed senescence maturation patterns in soybean [ Glycine max (L.) Merr.] where the stems of affected plants stay green even after pods reach physiological maturity. Green stem has been reported by agronomists throughout the United States, but it is generally more prevalent in the Southern United States. Green stem occurs when nutrient sink strength is weak, which can be associated with environmental stress, insect feeding, and some diseases. There is a genetic component to green stem development, and some varieties are more prone to green stem than others. Management options are somewhat limited, since by the time green stem is observed, most management choices will require delaying harvest, which reduces seed quality. Primary options include waiting to harvest until after a hard frost or using desiccant products prior to harvest.
DOI: 10.1002/cft2.70065
Institutions: The Ohio State University, North Carolina State University, University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Wisconsin–Madison, Louisiana State University, Louisiana State University of Alexandria, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, University of Minnesota, Virginia Tech, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Arkansas System
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $1,800
Funder: United Soybean Board
Award: G3506715189
OpenAlex ID: W4412496480