Utilizing Precision Data on Your Farm
How can you make the most of your farm's data and technology? IL Soy Envoy Eric Beckett shares how to use the latest tools to create prescription-based applications, helping boost productivity on your farm.
How are Yields Shaping Up?
In this episode, the IL Soy Envoys examine the current state of soybean and corn crops, analyze yield variability due to seasonal stresses, tackle late-season disease concerns, and prepare for 2025 input planning related to fertilizer and weed control.
Winning With Wheat and Double-Crop Soybeans
In this episode, Kelsey Litchfield talks with John Howell, president of the Illinois Wheat Association, about the 2024 winter wheat crop, its challenges, and why yields continue to improve. They also discuss double-crop soybeans and a new initiative from the Illinois Wheat Association.
Take a Tour of ISA’S Cover Crop Plot
Jim Isermann leads a tour of Illinois Soybean Association's cover crop plot, offering detailed information into each species planted.
Fertilizer Market Trends and 2025 Crop Protection Update
In this video, Kevin "KJ" Johnson, president of the Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association, discusses current supply challenges, analysis of the fertilizer market, and a crop protection update for 2025.
Will It Be a Long Harvest?
In this episode, the IL Soy Envoys share early harvest reports and concerns from the field. They are seeing a wide range of yields, and despite some wet areas, a big crop is expected.
EarthSense AI Robot Demonstration
Dennis Bowman demonstrates the EarthSense AI Robot, an autonomous device that interseeds cover crops in row-crop fields.
Delivering Data Driven Best Management Practices
Dr. Rachel Vann shares data-driven information on biological seed treatments, seed quality, and soybean desiccation, while highlighting the Science for Success platform.
Navigating Soil Health Tests
This webinar, presented by Dr. Andrew Margenot and Heidi Allen Asensio, offers an overview of soil health testing. They cover common test types, interpretation of results, and how these tests can inform management decisions.
Must-See Crop Moments from the 2024 Growing Season
They say a picture is worth a thousand words—so let’s dive in! The IL Soy Envoys share their most intriguing photos from the 2024 growing season, discussing what’s happening in each shot and the lessons learned. Plus, they bring you the latest weekly crop report straight from the field.
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