Dr. Rachel Vann, Soybean Extension Specialist at NC State University, discusses how the Science for Success national platform brings together research, local expertise, and vital information for growers nationwide. She presents data from trials on biological seed treatments, evaluating their impact on soybean yield across the U.S., and examines studies on seed quality and soybean desiccation. Vann also addresses common misconceptions, providing data-driven insights. This presentation was recorded at Illinois Soybean Association’s Field Talk on August 8, 2024 at Heartland Community College.
About the Author: Kelsey Litchfield
Kelsey Litchfield is the Agronomic Outreach Specialist for the Illinois Soybean Association. In her role, she manages Field Advisor's media platforms and assists the agronomy team with events and field days.
A native of Rio, IL, Kelsey earned her bachelor’s degree from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2017 where she double majored in Agricultural Communications and Broadcast Journalism.
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