EarthSense AI Robot Demonstration
Dennis Bowman demonstrates the EarthSense AI Robot, an autonomous device that interseeds cover crops in row-crop fields.
Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership Develops Financial Incentive Database
The FIND Tool includes information for over 60 financial incentive programs available to Illinois farmers who want to implement conservation practices.
Autumn Awaits: Football, Frost, and Forecasts in Illinois
Matt Reardon breaks down the fall forecast, explaining when frost typically arrives in Illinois. He also discusses cooler conditions in the near term and a possible warming trend heading into the harvest season.
Delivering Data Driven Best Management Practices
Dr. Rachel Vann shares data-driven information on biological seed treatments, seed quality, and soybean desiccation, while highlighting the Science for Success platform.
Introducing Field Advisor: A New Name and Look for a Trusted Resource
Field Advisor, previously known as ILSoyAdvisor and funded by the Illinois Soybean Association checkoff program, has introduced a new logo and brand identity.
Should I Kill My Beans Early?
Would Illinois soybean fields benefit from a desiccant application? Jason Carr examines the advantages of using desiccants on Illinois soybeans and presents trial results from an experiment conducted in north-central Illinois.
Navigating Soil Health Tests
This webinar, presented by Dr. Andrew Margenot and Heidi Allen Asensio, offers an overview of soil health testing. They cover common test types, interpretation of results, and how these tests can inform management decisions.
Must-See Crop Moments from the 2024 Growing Season
They say a picture is worth a thousand words—so let’s dive in! The IL Soy Envoys share their most intriguing photos from the 2024 growing season, discussing what’s happening in each shot and the lessons learned. Plus, they bring you the latest weekly crop report straight from the field.
High Soybean Foliar Disease Alert in Southern Illinois
Dr. Jason Bond and Dr. Ahmad Fakhoury share recent observations of frogeye leaf spot and sudden death syndrome in soybeans at SIU research sites.
Time to Assess Your Weed Control Successes and Shortcomings
As harvest approaches, it's an ideal time to evaluate this year’s weed control efforts. Soy Envoy Karen Corrigan explains how to identify weed escapes and offers guidance on the next steps for better weed management.
