The
Regulatory
Issue

August 2025

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Table of Contents

"Soy-Based Biofuels Face Policy Headwinds"
Why growers should engage their policymakers and monitor challenges to soybean oil in Illinois.
By David Kubik, ISA Biofuels & Trade Policy Manager
Published On: August 1, 2025
"Rooted in Research: USDA’S Global Soybean Germplasm Collection"
Learn about USDA's Soybean Germplasm Collection that is located at the University of Illinois.
By Ashley Rice-Haddon, ISA Content Manager
Published On: August 1, 2025
"Regulatory Insights: What’s Changing and Why It Matters"
ISA's Environmental Policy Manager Corey Lacey, Ph.D., provides clarity on farm policies, pesticide regulations and public health debates that could impact Illinois farmers.
By Corey Lacey, Ph.D., ISA Environmental Policy Manager
Published On: August 1, 2025
"Real Talk, Real Value: Why You Should Tune into the ISG Webinar Series"
The Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG) webinar series delivers focused, farm-tested insights from industry and academia each month without the fluff.
By Ashley Barry, ISA Engagement Manager
Published On: August 1, 2025
"Emerging Advocates of Agriculture"
Meet six Illinois lawmakers who are making their mark by stepping up to support agriculture.
By Matthew Johnston, ISA Government Relations Coordinator
Published On: August 1, 2025
"It’s Not Just About Roundup—It’s About Who Decides How You Farm"
As Roundup (glyphosate) continues to face legal pressure, explore how we arrived here, what its potential withdrawal could mean for your farm operation and what you can do to stay ahead.
By Corey Lacey, Ph.D., ISA Environmental Policy Manager
Published On: August 1, 2025