foundational treatment blend designed specifically for disease and peset challenges across the upper midwest
ALEXANDER, IOWA — As farmers evaluate soybean seed options for 2027, Latham Hi-Tech Seeds is emphasizing the importance of protecting yield potential from the start with SoyShield™ Ultra, the company’s custom-developed, foundational soybean seed treatment.
Unlike one-size-fits-all treatment packages, SoyShield Ultra was developed specifically for the disease and pest pressures farmers face across Latham Country. The company’s agronomy team worked with John Latham to develop a unique blend that addresses common soybean challenges in the Upper Midwest, including Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS), white mold, Phytophthora and Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN).
“SoyShield Ultra isn’t just another seed treatment package,” Latham said. “This blend was built specifically for the disease and pest pressures farmers face across Latham Country. “We know the challenges our growers deal with because we see them firsthand. That’s why we’ve made SoyShield Ultra our foundational seed treatment product.”
SoyShield Ultra combines fungicide, insecticide and biological nematicide protection in a comprehensive treatment package. It provides three modes of protection against Pythium and Rhizoctonia, two modes against Fusarium and SDS, plus white mold suppression and nematode protection. The formulation also includes protection against seed-borne Phomopsis and Sclerotinia.
Research highlighted in Latham’s seed treatment evaluations demonstrates the value of enhanced protection against disease and nematode pressure, reinforcing the company’s emphasis on helping farmers establish healthy, productive soybean stands.
In addition to SoyShield Ultra, Latham offers SoyShield® Plus as its base fungicide and insecticide treatment. The company also offers Victrato® featuring TYMIRIUM® technology, an additional seed treatment option designed to help protect against SDS and SCN.
“Every field is different, and that’s why we offer seed treatment options,” Latham said. “Our goal is to help farmers match the right genetics and seed treatment protection to their individual fields.”
Latham encourages growers to consider field history, disease pressure and variety selection when making seed treatment decisions for 2027. By pairing strong soybean genetics with treatment options developed around regional growing conditions, the company aims to help farmers protect their seed investment and maximize yield potential.
For more information about Latham’s soybean seed treatment options, visit LathamSeeds.com or contact your local Latham Dealer.
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Since 1947, Latham Seeds has been committed to delivering seed products in corn, soybeans and alfalfa that are field-tested, proven on the farm and trusted by farmers. By combining localized product research, personal service and a deep passion for rural communities, Latham Seeds helps farmers maximize their yield potential — one field at a time. Learn more at www.lathamseeds.com. Latham and Latham Hi-Tech Seeds are trademarks of M.S. Technologies, L.L.C.