Along with a packed agenda of engaging presentations, Soybean Summit also features a trade show, with booths highlighting several of Illinois Soybean Association’s partners and Illinois agriculture organizations. Participating partners include AGI, Agrauxine, BASF, Beck’s, Brandt, Busey, Farm Family Resource Initiative (FFRI), Fendt, Phospholutions, Pinion, Rabobank, Valent BioSciences and others. These partners look forward to connecting with you one on one Jan. 27-28 at the I Hotel & Conference Center in Champaign!

AGI offers one of the most diverse catalogs of farm equipment and accessories for the storage, handling and conditioning of grain commodities. This includes AGI BinManager digital technology to safely monitor and automate in-bin grain quality by smart device. Stop by their booth at Soybean Summit to visit with AGI experts and learn more about their full product offering.

Agrauxine is the business unit of Lesaffre, a global player in fermentation in the areas of baking, food taste, health care and biotechnology. The business unit Agrauxine develops, manufactures and commercializes biosolutions for producers based on microorganisms and derivates—yeast, bacteria and fungi. Stop by their booth to meet the Illinois Regional Sales team and learn more about what products they offer for soybean producers.

BASF Agricultural Solutions US LLC offers farmers crop protection, seed and seed treatment solutions. Products include revolutionary fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, seed treatments and seed. Representatives will be available at Soy Summit to hear from growers and share the latest about their crop protection and seed innovations.

Beck’s, headquartered in Atlanta, Ind., is the largest family-owned retail seed company in the U.S. Stop by their booth to chat with their industry-leading agronomists to learn more about their high-yielding portfolio of varieties in all maturity ranges and the soybean success strategies that can help improve return on investment on your farm.

Brandt Industries is a short-line agricultural equipment manufacturer. They offer farmers a full lineup of grainhandling products: augers, belt conveyors, grain carts and also high-speed tillage equipment. Brandt manufactures grain carts at its factory in Hudson, Ill. and is now selling them directly to farmers in Illinois. Stop by their booth at Soy Summit to visit with Moe Winstead and learn more about how you can Lead the Field with Brandt Agricultural Products.

With agriculture being a cornerstone of our nation’s economy, Busey Bank, member FDIC, has been proudly partnering with farmers and landowners for more than 157 years. Whether overseeing the rental of land, assisting with day-to-day operations, developing strategies for long-term planning or even offering guidance on nontraditional considerations, Busey Ag Services is committed to providing clients with the knowledge and support needed to make informed decisions about their assets and to maximize the value of their farmland for future generations. Learn more about Busey’s expansive services during the Summit.

Farm Family Resource Initiative (FFRI) provides a range of resources including a 24/7 helpline (1-833-327-6767) run by trained professionals to assist with farmer and farm-related mental and physical health needs. FFRI also provides telehealth counseling services with Southern Illinois University School of Medicine counselors, offering up to six sessions for individuals, couples or groups. Email FarmFamilyResourceHelpline@mhsil.com for more information, or stop by their booth!

Fendt is a leading agricultural machinery company and technology innovator, and has been a trusted partner for farmers since 1988. They provide farmers with premium tractors, combines, planters, sprayers and smart farming solutions that maximize efficiency and profitability. Stop by Fendt’s booth at Soy Summit to visit with Fendt expert Dan Oest and learn more about the company’s latest innovations such as the Vario tractors, IDEAL combines, Momentum planters, Rogator applicators and precision farming technologies with PTx.

Phospholutions’ mission is to enhance global phosphorus use. That’s why they designed RhizoSorb 8-39-0 to increase phosphate efficiency by 50% and replace MAP and DAP dry fertilizer. According to their research, RhizoSorb has been proven in hundreds of small plots and on-farm trials demonstrating consistent yield results and cost savings, providing an average of $20 in return on investment per acre. Stop by the Phospholutions’s table at Soy Summit to see how the company can help you save on your farm’s phosphate costs!

Pinion is an advisory and accounting firm dedicated to the food and agriculture industry. Pinion’s clients include producers, input suppliers, processors, packagers, distributors, biofuel manufacturers, equipment dealerships, landowners, lenders and other agencies and policy organizations. Their expertise areas include accounting, tax compliance and strategy, audit and assurance, estate and succession planning, food and agriculture policy, sustainability and overall thought leadership. Bring your tax and succession-planning questions to their booth at the Summit.

Rabobank is one of the world’s largest cooperative banks and a global leader specializing in food, agribusiness and energy. In North America, Rabobank’s subsidiary, Rabo AgriFinance, serves clients with corporate banking, agricultural and equipment financing solutions, leveraging its global strength and reach to provide knowledge and a competitive advantage across the entire food and energy value chain. Local Relationship Managers will be at the Summit to meet with you and hear about your financing needs.

Valent BioSciences, with headquarters in Illinois, develops innovative, science-driven biorational and biostimulant solutions. They offer soybean growers a full portfolio of effective biostimulants to help maximize their crop potential. Stop by the Valent BioSciences booth to chat with their team of biostimulant experts and learn more about how their solutions help growers make the most of every acre.

Connect With ISA Leaders On Key Farm Issues

Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) will also have tables where attendees can connect with Agronomy, Market Development and Government Relations staff members.

Attendees may be interested in engaging with Agronomy staff about their 2026 research projects, opportunities to participate in on-farm trials, free soybean cyst nematode testing and the ISA Agronomy Farm’s first full growing/harvest research season in 2025.

On the Market Development front, ISA is working to grow domestic and global markets. Through the Soy Innovation Center, ISA supports the commercialization of soy-derived products that offer renewable alternatives to traditionally petroleum-based products. In addition, the New Uses International Commercialization Initiative aims to gather stakeholders to work together to expand existing uses and develop new food and industrial uses for soybeans to drive new demand around the world.

The ISA Government Relations team continues to engage, educate and advocate for soybean farmers in Springfield and Washington. In 2026, the team is working on estate-tax issues, engaging in pro-soy federal biofuel policy, increasing conservation support in Illinois and continuing to engage with state and federal policymakers. Soy Summit participants will also have the opportunity to join Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG). ISG actively advocates on your behalf for positive and impactful legislation. Your ISG membership is used toward efforts to advocate for pro-agriculture, pro-farmer issues.

ISA’s LEAD Program (Leadership, Education, Advocacy, Development) is designed for both aspiring leaders and seasoned exports seeking to advance Illinois agriculture and shape the future of farming. The purpose of the LEAD Program is for participants to gain a comprehensive understanding of the soybean supply chain, explore the benefits of the soy checkoff and its role in Illinois agriculture and to build skills to inspire and mentor future leaders in the industry. Chat with an ISA staff member to learn how you can participate in the next LEAD class!

Everyone can find value at the 2026 Soybean Summit from Jan. 27-28 in Champaign thanks to the numerous speakers, presenters, company leaders and farmers who will participate. For more information or to register for this free event, visit the “Events” tab at ilsoy.org. Have questions? Feel free to call the ISA home office at (309) 663-7692.