Live Weather Conditions from the ISA Agronomy Farm
From rainfall and temperature to leaf wetness and solar radiation, weather shapes every stage of the growing season. Explore the ISA Agronomy Farm's live weather monitoring system and see how real-time data is being used to support smarter management decisions and research.
To Spray or Not To Spray Beans with Fungicide
For years, soybean fungicides delivered strong returns, but new research is raising questions about whether those benefits still hold up in today’s fields. Agronomist Matt Montgomery explores the mystery behind soybean fungicide performance and why untreated check strips may be the key to making smarter, ROI-driven decisions in 2026 and beyond.
Free Webinar on Late-Season Soybean Management Challenges
You've done what you can all year to set your soybeans up for success, but the season isn't over yet. This webinar will address management strategies for late-season challenges, providing you with the knowledge and tools to address issues as they arise as you head into harvest.
Managing Red Crown Rot in Soybeans: Where the Research Stands and Where It’s Headed
Red Crown Rot is rapidly spreading across the Midwest, and experts say cutting-edge seed treatments, precision detection tools, and future genetic breakthroughs could be key to protecting soybean yields from this emerging threat.
Watch Out for Late Season Phytophthora Root and Stem Rot
Heavy rains can leave more than puddles behind. Now's the time to scout for Phytophthora before hidden yield losses take hold.
Measuring How Insect Pests Impact Yields and the Value of Pest Control Products
Emerging research sheds light on soybean insecticide ROI in Illinois fields.
Managing SCN for the Long Haul: Lessons from a 12-Year Minnesota Study
A 12-year Minnesota study shows how quickly SCN can build, adapt and reduce yield potential in continuous soybean fields, even when resistant varieties are used.
New Resource: Field Ready Guides to Help You Tackle Soybean Nematodes
The SCN Coalition has released a new set of Soybean Nematode Field Guides, all in one place, to help farmers quickly identify nematode threats and protect yield.
Comprehensive Genetic Library for Soybean Cyst Nematode Could Renew Resistance, Profitability for Soybean Growers
Illinois research on the soybean cyst nematode pangenome is helping scientists better understand the pest’s genetic diversity and how it overcomes resistance.
Improving the Soybean Cyst Nematode Fight Through Genetic Advancements
With support from the Soy Checkoff, scientists are stacking resistance genes and exploring new strategies to outsmart soybean cyst nematode while continuing to feed the soybean genetic pipeline.
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