Herbicide Carryover and Cover Crops: Understanding the Risk
When a cover crop struggles, dry weather and planting conditions often take the blame, but residual herbicides may be part of the story. Certified Crop Advisor Torey Colburn explains the factors that influence herbicide carryover risk and shares practical guidance to help farmers evaluate potential issues before they affect cover crop establishment.
North Central Soybean Research Program Announces Funded Projects for 2027
From targeted sprayers and bioherbicides to AI-driven decision tools, soybean farmers across 13 states will benefit from 11 newly funded and renewed NCSRP research projects focused on solving some of the industry's biggest production challenges.
Back to the Basics: Building a Foundation for Soil Health Leadership
Discover how emerging agricultural leaders are strengthening their understanding of soil health, sustainability, and conservation practices to build a more resilient future for Illinois agriculture.
Keeping Ahead of Weeds Through Improved Management Practices
Herbicide-resistant weeds are constantly evolving, but a nationwide team of researchers is helping farmers stay one step ahead with proven management strategies, emerging resistance monitoring, and integrated weed-control practices.
Free Webinar on Late-Season Soybean Management Challenges
You've done what you can all year to set your soybeans up for success, but the season isn't over yet. This webinar will address management strategies for late-season challenges, providing you with the knowledge and tools to address issues as they arise as you head into harvest.
Managing Red Crown Rot in Soybeans: Where the Research Stands and Where It’s Headed
Red Crown Rot is rapidly spreading across the Midwest, and experts say cutting-edge seed treatments, precision detection tools, and future genetic breakthroughs could be key to protecting soybean yields from this emerging threat.
Planting Green? You May Need to Adjust Your Residual Herbicide Program
Planting green this season? Your cover crop could be stealing the effectiveness of your residual herbicides. Learn which products wash through residue best and how a simple timing change could improve weed control.
How Do Deer Repellents and Herbicides Work Together?
Weeds are a major problem in row crop fields, but they are hardly ever the only problem. Another hassle for farmers are whitetail deer – four-legged soybean-eating machines.
Five Tips to Use Spray Drones Effectively
To use spray drones effectively, operators must follow herbicide labels while carefully optimizing factors like carrier volume, spray swath, drift control, and flight planning to balance legal requirements with effective and precise weed control.
ISA Mentorship Program Offers a Rich Bounty of Personal Growth for Students
Jamee Milliken shares how stepping into the ISA Mentorship Program with no agricultural background led her to unexpected personal growth and lessons in leadership and integrity.
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