Soybean Science Challenge 2021

Claire Green, Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts-Hot Springs, AR Mentor: Dr. Lindsey Waddell Category: Animal Science Sciences Project Title: Mushroom Meds for Bees   Abstract: Bee populations are being negatively affected worldwide by the spread of the Varroa destructor mite, which is not only parasitic but can also transmit viruses. Close observers of nature have…

Alyssa Butler, Carlisle High School, Carlisle, AR Mentor: Carly Bokker Category: Plant Sciences Project Title: Greenhouse Comparison of Genetically Similar Soybean Varieties and Resistance to the Southern Root-Knot Nematode   Abstract: The southern root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne incognita) is one of the most important yieldlimiting plant-parasitic nematodes that affect soybeans (Glycine max) in Arkansas. One of the best management…