“Thinking Agronomy” – Be Thinkers Before People of Action
Kelly Robertson reflects on a class he took a few years back in which the instructor encouraged them to be "thinkers" first and then be “people of action” and introduced the "Possible/Plausible/Probable" concept.
Learn. Unlearn. Relearn.
Brad Zimmerman shares stories from his life that have been learning experiences for him and what he thought he knew, but turned out to be false or less correct.
Do Cover Crops Impact Soybean Cyst Nematode?
While there has been significant interest in increasing the use of cover crops, there is evidence that specific species can impact SCN prior to and leading into the soybean production year.
ISA Soy Envoys Selected For 2023 Growing Season
The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) has named its ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoy class for the 2023 growing season.
2023 Soybean Summit Recap
Did you miss this year’s Soybean Summit? Check out the video event recap!
Learning From the Best at the Double Crop Farmer’s Forum
The event discussed nearly all aspects of wheat production with a special emphasis on improving wheat yield and profitability of the wheat double-crop system.
March Weather Update: In Like a Lion…
March is a transitional month for us in Illinois when we leave meteorological winter and enter the spring season. The active winter jet stream, which remains strong through February and March, contributes to increased storminess across the state.
USDA Cover Crop Use and Decision Chart
This chart was modeled after the periodic table, and it was designed to help producers make cover crop use decisions on their farm or forage production system.
Attention Double Crop Producers: March 15th Crop Insurance Deadline Approaching
The USDA Risk Management announced this summer that agricultural producers may have options for double crop soybeans (or other crops) insurance in counties where the “Following Another Crop” (FAC) practice in not available.
Understanding Cover Crop Planting Date in Illinois Row Crop Production
Farmers will gain better insights into cover crop planting and seeding rate recommendations and best management practices.
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