Tissue Testing Study Uncovers How Nitrogen and Sulfur Impact Soybean Growth
Illinois research is exploring how soybeans take up and move nutrients, and Fred Below shares early findings that can guide smarter in-season fertility decisions.
To Spray or Not to Spray? Making Herbicide Decisions in Dry Conditions
Group 15 herbicides vary in activation thresholds and soil persistence—IL Soy Envoy Seth Wiley shares how to match the right chemistry to field conditions when rain is scarce.
Pesticide Policy Update: The Latest from D.C. and Springfield
Stay informed on EPA’s final herbicide and insecticide strategies, Illinois applicator licensing changes, and other legislation that may impact your farm in this episode of the Field Advisor Podcast.
How Sidedressing, Precipitation, and Temperature Affect Soybean Yields
How do conservation practices and weather patterns influence soybean yields? This Illinois Soybean checkoff-funded study is uncovering how nitrogen timing, rainfall, and temperature impact crop performance.
Practical Guide to Meet Runoff Mitigation Point Requirements Under EPA’s Strategy
Get a step-by-step look at how to assess your fields for spray drift and runoff mitigation under EPA’s Herbicide Strategy.
Lake Bloomington Project Targets Nutrient Runoff
See how farmers and researchers are teaming up to tackle nutrient runoff and make a real impact on water quality.
Illinois Study Continues on Waterhemp Resistance to Group 15 Herbicides
IL researchers are taking a closer look at waterhemp’s resistance to Group 15 herbicides to help farmers fine-tune their weed control programs.
EPA Releases Final Insecticide Strategy
Farmers face no immediate changes under EPA’s new Insecticide Strategy, but it will guide future labeling as products come up for review.
When Planting Is Delayed by Rain—Is It Better Than Planting in Dust?
While a wet spring has delayed planting for many Illinois farmers, Stephanie Porter, CCA, says there’s still time to maximize yield potential by prioritizing corn first, adjusting soybean populations and management, and making strategic in-season decisions as conditions allow.
IL Planting Progress: Smooth Sailing or Still Waiting…
Hear planting updates, replant advice, and weed scouting tips from Illinois Soy Envoys on the latest Field Advisor podcast.