Why Planting Date Changes the Link Between Soil Tests and Soybean Yield
Marcos Loman presents data showing how planting timing alters the relationship between soil test values and soybean yield response.
Decoding Soil Test Interpretations to Guide Soil and Fertilizer Nutrient Use
Dr. John Jones breaks down what soil tests are really telling you and how to use that information to fine-tune fertilizer strategies.
History of Soil Tests
Tim Smith takes a look back at how soil testing evolved and why its history still matters for today’s management decisions.
Turn Your Acres into Answers
Interested in hosting on-farm trials in 2026? Explore the Illinois Soybean Association’s available trials, including sulfur, foliar and seed treatment insecticides, and double-crop/wheat systems.
ISA Mentorship Program Builds Confidence in ICC Students’ Career Aspirations
Andrea Knack, an Illinois Central College student, recounts her journey in Illinois Soybean Association’s mentorship program, where she found a passion for soil conservation at the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Growing a Farmer
Illinois Central College student, James Hodskins, reflects on his participation in Illinois Soybean Association's mentorship program, highlighting the program as an excellent opportunity to extend learning outside the traditional classroom and engage with industry experts.
ISA Mentorship Program Helps ICC Students Build Professional Networks
Talena Sprecher, a student at Illinois Central College, found the Illinois Soybean Association’s new mentorship program incredibly rewarding, gaining valuable insights and forming numerous professional relationships. In this video, she discusses the program's impact on both personal and industry growth.
Participating in ISA’s Mentorship Program: Exploring Compeer Financial and Beyond
During its pilot year, the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) collaborated with Illinois Central College to introduce "Growing Careers in Ag," a mentorship program tailored to community college students. Anna Alexander shares her journey within the program and reflects on the the information she learned through the program.
Feedback Requested on Perennial Energy Crops
Check out the following survey hosted by the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. The research team want to hear your thoughts on perennial grasses to support a farmer stakeholder study.
Illinois Soybean Association Expands Agronomy Team
Illinois Soybean Association welcomes the newest member of the agronomy team. Stacy Zuber will be joining as Research Data Scientist.
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