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To assess the economic impact of insect pests on soybean crops in the Southern US during the 2012 growing season.

April 13, 2026

2012 Soybean Insect Losses in the Southern US

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Survey measures insect losses and management practices in soybeans, indicating significant economic impact for growers.

To assess the economic impact of insect pests on soybean crops in the Southern US during the 2012 growing season.
Conducted an annual survey of soybean acreage in southern states
Collected data on insect pest pressures and management practices
Estimated costs related to yield losses and monitoring expenses
Corn earworm identified as the most costly pest with over $20/acre losses
Estimated yield losses attributed to insects were 5.6% or $33.31/acre
Total insect-related losses and costs reached $59.08/acre, consistent with previous years

Musser et al. (2013) studied this question.

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