The Nematodes Beneath Your Beans
Invisible beneath the soil surface, soybean cyst nematode and other plant-parasitic nematodes may be quietly reducing Illinois soybean yields, making soil testing and management more important than ever.
ISA On-Farm Trials Test Cover Crop Growth for Weed Suppression Potential
As harvest comes to a close and you reflect on this year's crop, don't miss these insights from the 2026 growing season from ISA Director of Agronomy, Abigail Peterson, CCA.
Off-Color Soybeans Raise Questions for 2026 Harvest
Reports of off-color soybeans are increasing across Illinois, with some elevators applying discounts or rejecting loads. Get the latest guidance on Soybeans of Other Colors (SBOC) from the United Soybean Board (USB), understand your marketing options and take part in ISA's statewide survey to help assess the impact.
Growing Season Update: Insights from Across the 2026 Illinois Soybean Crop
As harvest comes to a close and you reflect on this year's crop, don't miss these insights from the 2026 growing season from ISA Director of Agronomy, Abigail Peterson, CCA.
Herbicide Carryover and Cover Crops: Understanding the Risk
When a cover crop struggles, dry weather and planting conditions often take the blame, but residual herbicides may be part of the story. Certified Crop Advisor Torey Colburn explains the factors that influence herbicide carryover risk and shares practical guidance to help farmers evaluate potential issues before they affect cover crop establishment.
North Central Soybean Research Program Announces Funded Projects for 2027
From targeted sprayers and bioherbicides to AI-driven decision tools, soybean farmers across 13 states will benefit from 11 newly funded and renewed NCSRP research projects focused on solving some of the industry's biggest production challenges.
Use Your Illinois Checkoff Advantage: Submit Samples for Free SCN Testing
Know your SCN numbers before next season. Take advantage of free SCN egg testing from the Illinois Soybean Association and University of Illinois to assess risk, protect yield potential, and make more informed soybean variety and management decisions.
Illinois Soybean Research Review Highlights Results from the 2025 Growing Season
See how your Illinois Soybean Checkoff dollars are working for you with results from 24 farmer-focused research projects, and discover practical insights from the 2025 growing season that can help inform decisions on your farm.
Understanding Current Soybean Seed Quality Problems
Harvesting soybeans with unusual discoloration or seed damage this fall? Understanding the difference between cosmetic and quality-impacting issues can help explain dockage decisions and set expectations at delivery.
Grow Your Ground Game
ISA's Darby Danzl and Whitney Miller share updates about ISA's partnership with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
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