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January 22, 2026

NEXT WEEK: ILLINOIS SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION SOYBEAN SUMMIT

On January 27 and 28, 2026, the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) will host the annual Soybean Summit in Champaign, Ill. Take advantage of this two-day, in-person event for actionable and practical production insights that will help maximize your return on investment, introduce you to global and domestic market opportunities and engage your input on sound policies designed to protect your freedom to farm.

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USDA LAUNCHES LENDER LENS DASHBOARD TO PROMOTE DATA TRANSPARENCY

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden unveiled the Lender Lens on the Rural Data Gateway, making Rural Development’s entire commercial guaranteed loan portfolio available to the public, guaranteed borrowers and commercial lending stakeholders.

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SNI GLOBAL RELEASES SOY’S ROLE IN NEW DIETARY GUIDELINES

SNI (Soy Nutrition Institute) Global recognizes the release of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, which reinforce the importance of adequate protein intake and essential fats for optimal health, featuring soybean oil.

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ILLINOIS LEOPOLD CONSERVATION AWARD SEEKS APPLICANTS

Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Illinois Leopold Conservation Award. The award honors farmers and forestland owners who go above and beyond in their management of soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat on working land.

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WHY PLANTING DATE CHANGES LINK BETWEEN SOIL TESTS AND SOYBEAN YIELD

Check out this presentation recording of Dr. Marcos Loman, BRANDT Strategic Agronomy Manager, from the ISA “Talk Dirt to Me” event where he discussed the relationship between soil tests and soybean yield and how this relationship can be affected.

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