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.
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.
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.
Is the Peking Trait the Answer for Soybean Cyst Nematode?
Planning next year's seed selection? Consider choosing soybeans with Peking resistance to manage Soybean Cyst Nematode. Stephanie Porter, CCA, shares research results from Southern Illinois University's SCN and root knot nematode research site.
What is the Ideal Fall Planting Date for Cover Crops?
It's August, and farmers are preparing for harvest, which for some includes planting cover crops. What is the ideal fall planting date and seeding rate for planting cereal rye or clover cover crops in Illinois? Nathan Johanning, Extension Educator with the University of Illinois, has been conducting field trials across the state to answer these questions.
Utilizing Technology to Enhance Soybean Scouting
Blake Patton discusses the use of remote sensing technology to improve soybean scouting.
Strategies for Maintaining Crop Yield Among Low Commodity Prices
Dr. Connor Sible presented "Strategies for Crops Among Low Commodity Prices" at a recent field day, covering actionable steps you can take now and what to plan for next spring.
Research Update: Injury Potential to Very Early Planted Soybean from Various Soil-Residual Herbicides and Active Ingredients
Logan Miller, a Research Specialist at the University of Illinois, is collaborating with Dr. Aaron Hager on Illinois Soybean Association-funded research to evaluate the injury potential to early planted soybeans from various soil-residual herbicides. He provides an update on the study, detailing the 2024 planting dates, pre-emergence and post-emergence herbicide applications, along with photos to show the progress.
Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership Hosts 2024 Risk Management Conference
Registration is now open for the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership’s third biennial Risk Management Conference, a three-part webinar series tackling emerging and future threats to farm resiliency and how conservation practices can help mitigate those risks.
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