Agronomy Field Notes
Illinois Soybean Association Director of Agronomy, Abigail Peterson, shares photos and information from the field. Read more about field conditions, planting, and cover crop checks across the state of Illinois!
Why Seed Treatment on Soybeans?
Planters are hitting the ground around Illinois. ISA Outreach Agronomist, Stephanie Porter, shares her perspective on soybean seed treatment and how it affects disease, insect pressure, planting population, and more.
Early Soybean Planting in April: The Why and How
Before planting in April, Illinois Soybean Association Outreach Agronomist, Stephanie Porter, recommends each farmer identify the risks of planting soybeans early and then plan accordingly. Decisions need to be made on seeding depth, seed treatment, and populations, but also communication is needed on seed arrival, field, and planter preparation, and crop insurance.
New Crop Insurance Dates Offer Earlier Soybean Planting Opportunities & 3 Tips for Successful Early Planting
Soy Envoy Kris Ehler provides insight into the new crop insurance dates and shares how to be successful when planting soybeans early.
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.
Are Soybeans Made in August Anymore
Soy Envoy Weston Olson discusses whether or not soybeans made in August depends on their planting date.
WEBINAR: Optimizing Soybean Yields with Innovative Agronomic Management
In this ILSoyAdvisor Webinar, Connor Sible discusses the impacts of various factors on soybean yield, including weather, genetics, row spacing, fertility and biologicals.
The Trick to the Pick
When it comes to smart seed buying decisions, everyone wants the highest-yielding option. But finding a hybrid or variety that matches your operation and supports your broader farm management plan is just as critical to long-term success.
I’m Warning You Pal, You’re Really Asking For It
An exceptional soybean crop can be realized in 2022 for those who aren’t afraid to ask the right questions.
The Good and the Bad of Early Planted Soybeans
If I were to ask the question, “What are the two largest management factors that come to mind when you hear soybean management factors?” What would your answer be?
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