Making Sense of Soil Health
Dr. Stacy Zuber presents on the topic of soil health during Illinois Soybean Association's Better Beans event in Bloomington, IL.
Analyzing Crimson Clover and Balansa Clover Planting Date in Illinois Row Crops
Nathan Johanning shares observations from the field regarding planting dates for crimson clover and balansa clover after no-till soybeans going into corn.
Exploring Cereal Rye Planting Date and Seeding Rate in Illinois Row Crops
Nathan Johanning provides a plot tour at Belleville Research Center, exploring planting date and seeding rates for cereal rye cover crop before soybeans.
Illinois NREC Needs Your Input!
Annually, the Illinois Nutrient Research and Education Council (NREC) invites stakeholders to provide input on existing and upcoming research priorities. Don't miss the chance to participate in the survey and attend the 2024 Investment Insights Live event on February 15th in Champaign.
Update on Free Soybean Cyst Nematode Sampling
Nathan Schroeder provides an update on the free Soybean Cyst Nematode sampling initiative, supported by the Illinois Soybean Association check-off program.
Certified Crop Advisor Exam Training: Recap and Upcoming Exam Details
Stephanie Porter provides an overview of the Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) training held in January and provides information about upcoming CCA exams.
Farm Policy and the Brief Saga of Soybeans, Part 2
From farmdoc: Jonathan Coppess provides a regional overview of soybean adoption by American farmers, spanning over a century. He explains how the pace of adoption and the changes in crop rotations were not uniform among the states and crops.
Illinois FFA Chapters Water Testing Challenge Winners Announced
Illinois Corn and Illinois Soybean Association collaborated to present the Water Testing Challenge to Illinois FFA chapters. This hands-on, educational program challenged students to sample water from different areas on the farms and analyze that data with a report that included improvement suggestions and management changes with explanations on why it should change.
Researchers Continue to Strengthen and Refine Soybean SCN Resistance
A team of researchers has been collaborating on a complex project to enhance Soybean Cyst Nematode resistance with long-term, strategic SCN management. The project, supported by the North Central Soybean Research Program, holds great potential for soybean farmers.
Illinois Soy Envoy Application Closes February 2nd
Illinois Soy Envoys, a team of seasoned soybean industry experts, share valuable agronomic insights with Illinois farmers through articles, videos, and interviews. Apply today for this program!
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