Wheat Trials Planted Despite Dry Fall Challenges
Dr. Jessica Rutkoski shares an update on ISA check-off funded wheat trials in Illinois.
Red Crown Rot and Soybean Cyst Nematode: How Do They Interact?
Dr. Boris Camiletti provides an update on greenhouse experiments aimed at refining protocols for evaluating commercial products against RCR and its interaction with SCN.
The “D” Word: Dicamba Do’s and Don’ts for the 2025 Growing Season
In 2024, a court decision forced the EPA to vacate labels for over-the-top dicamba products, leaving growers navigating uncertainty. Now, as Bayer, BASF, and Syngenta await EPA decisions on new labels, Stephanie Porter’s latest blog outlines the must-know do’s and don’ts for dicamba use in the 2025 growing season.
How the EPA Herbicide Strategy Will Impact Your Farm
With the EPA’s final Herbicide Strategy issued, it’s time for farmers to prepare. Corey Lacey, Ph.D., breaks down the changes and how to register for regional Herbicide Strategy Workshops.
Study Explores Environmental Impact on Glufosinate Control of Waterhemp
Dr. Pat Tranel reports progress on sequencing glufosinate-resistant populations and plans for winter resistance analysis and growth chamber studies.
Researchers are Seeking How to Improve Control of Herbicide-Resistant Waterhemp
Waterhemp is now found in every corner of Illinois, and researchers are working to uncover its resistance to Group 15 herbicides.
Taking a Look at 2024 Climate and Water Trends with Illinois State Water Survey
Learn about 2024 climate trends, projections for the 2025 growing season, and the importance of reporting water use in Illinois.
Focus on Agronomy in an Economic Downturn
In her latest blog, Stephanie Porter highlights how strategic agronomic decisions can help farmers navigate rising input costs and low commodity prices.
Brandon Hall Receives 2025 Dave Rahe Excellence in Soils Consulting Award
With a lifelong passion for agronomy and soil science, Hall has explored and studied soils across the United States and internationally, gaining hands-on experience in crop production along the way.
Jeremy Wilson Awarded 2025 Master Adviser Award
Wilson, based in the Bloomington-Normal area, has operated Wilson Seed for 13 years, providing Illinois farmers with a blend of agronomy services and crop insurance.
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