The Impact of 45Z on Illinois Soybean Farmers
David Kubik breaks down farmers' top questions about the 45Z credit program in this Q&A blog.
Final Reflections and Lessons from Retailer Cover Crop Trials
Frank Rademacher analyzes yield data from seven split-field cover crop trials to help retailers and farmers understand how cover crops affect soil and plant nutrients.
Upcoming Webinar: Red Crown Rot Disease Update in Illinois
Join Dr. Boris Camiletti and Dr. Steven Clough for the latest information on red crown rot, including 2024 data on its spread in Illinois.
Genetic Engineering Research Aims to Tackle Soybean Cyst Nematode
Researchers have refined SCN cultivation and extraction, setting the stage for RNA-Seq experiments to advance nematode management.
Fall Cover Crop Planting Date Trials Established Across Illinois
Learn how cover crop trials across Illinois are took shape this past fall, despite weather and staffing challenges.
How Can Farmers Identify Conservation Practices that Boost Productivity and Sustainability?
Dr. Kaiyu Guan shares an update on ISA checkoff-funded research, highlighting findings on crop rotations and pre-growing season effects.
What Insect Pests and Thresholds Warrant Soybean Insecticides?
Dr. Nick Seiter provides an update on ISA checkoff-funded research, highlighting how 2024 insect pests remained below thresholds, leaving yields unaffected.
What New Types of Varietal Resistance to SCN Are Being Developed?
Dr. Eliana Monteverde provides an update on ISA checkoff-funded research focused on soybean cyst nematode resistance in Illinois.
Progress on Development of SOYLEIC Varieties in Illinois
Dr. Eliana Monteverde reports strong HOLL trial results, with top-performing varieties set for 2025 planting trials.
Can Biologicals Help Protect Against Red Crown Rot?
Dr. Boris Camiletti shares progress in red crown rot research, including testing of 11 biological products in the lab and greenhouse this winter.
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