Beans Are Up in Southeastern Illinois!
Mike Wilson checks in with a crop report on soybean conditions, drought concerns and planting progress in southern Illinois.
Managing Tillage and Spray Applications in Unpredictable Weather Conditions
Eric Beckett, CCA, examines how increasing weather variability is reshaping agronomic decision making across the Midwest—while exploring what it means for tillage, pesticide management and the rapid rise of drone-based application.
Setting Up Soybeans for Success in 2026 with Tight Margins & Dry Conditions
Illinois Soybean Association agronomist Stephanie Porter, CCA, breaks down current field conditions, drought concerns, and key 2026 soybean decisions—from seed quality and input costs to planting, populations, seed treatments and weed management.
Allelopathy and Weed Suppression Potential of Cereal Rye and Winter Barley
This session explores how cereal rye and winter barley can contribute to weed suppression, offering information for farmers looking to enhance integrated weed management strategies.
Which PRE Herbicides Increase Injury Risk in Early-Planted Soybeans?
Early soybean planting can improve yield potential, but Logan Miller explains why certain PRE herbicides may increase the risk of crop injury under cold, wet conditions.
Trash or Treasure? Maximize the Value of Your Residue
In this webinar, Dr. Connor Sible and Ava Isaacs review what crop residue is, how much to expect year over year, and findings from recent UIUC residue management trials.
Is Relief Ahead for Illinois’ Drought Conditions?
As drought conditions intensify across Illinois, atmospheric scientist Matt Reardon breaks down the 14-day rainfall outlook.
Is “FOMO” Driving Decisions on Your Farm?
With constant exposure to new products, free trials and influencer recommendations, how can growers separate what truly pays from what is simply popular?
Soybean Integrated Pest Management Discussion
From insect pressure to disease development and weed control, learn how University of Illinois faculty and Extension experts tackle in-season soybean challenges with ROI in mind.
Updating Liming Recommendations for Illinois Croplands: Buffer pH Tests and Lime Rate Calibrations
At the 2026 Field Advisor Forum, Dr. Andrew Margenot revisits long-standing lime and soil pH recommendations, offering new Illinois data that may help fine-tune lime rate decisions.
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