Saving Our Soil
Changes in tillage practices, along with more efficient use of cropland, has led to a significant improvement in our soil health and reduction in erosion.
Conservation Tillage Grows
Our farmers are practicing conservation tillage more than ever before, a trend that’s been taking shape over the last two decades.
Impact of Animal Ag in Illinois
Livestock farmers are the No. 1 customer for soybeans. Learn how important animal agriculture is to Illinois soybean growers – and to the state’s economy.
Sustainability and the Community
Soybean growers are of course committed to taking care of the land they farm. But did you realize the greater impact farming has on local [...]
Why Sustainability Matters
Minimizing the land we need for crop production is more important today than ever before. That’s why continuing to find ways to grow more and [...]
Sustainability Definition
Sustainability has mattered to farmers for decades. Not only is it good for the planet, but sustainability is critical for many of us to keep [...]
Saving Soil and Water
Techniques like conservation tillage are helping growers reduce soil erosion and maintain water quality. Not only do these practices benefit the environment, but they preserve [...]
The Challenges Ahead
We all face the long-term issues of preserving natural resources, and soybean growers are no exception. The challenge is to find a balance between ag [...]
Illinois Soy: Sustainability Saving and Producing Energy
Soybean growers are using fuel to produce their crops, but the crops themselves are part of alternative fuel production. Biodiesel is growing in popularity, and [...]
HY+Q Flyer
The soybean industry wants U.S. soy to be recognized as the best: incredible yields, excellent quality and, of course, highly profitable.