SOYBEAN PRODUCTION CONCERNS SURVEY

It’s essential that checkoff-funded soybean production research tackles real operational challenges faced by farmers. That’s why we need your input! If you farm or work with farmers in Illinois, please take a few moments to complete this anonymous survey and help shape the future of soybean research.

 REGISTER TODAY FOR SPRINGBOARD 2025 

Attention researchers, industry leaders and students! Join ISA on April 16-17 in Peoria, Ill., for the inaugural Soy Innovation Center SpringBoard Conference, designed to foster collaboration and lay the groundwork for a robust innovation pipeline in Illinois. Don’t wait – registration closes on Tuesday, March 25.

 ISG WEBINAR: PLANNING FOR FARM LEADERSHIP TRANSITIONS  

Conversations about farm succession can be challenging, and many often don't know where to start. Join Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG) at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Apr. 29, for a webinar discussing best practices and tools to help you navigate the transfer of leadership on your farm. 

 A REMINDER ABOUT 2,4-D FORMULATIONS 

Farmdoc reminds producers that the only two labeled formulations of 2,4-D that can be applied postemergence in 2,4-D-resistant soybean varieties are Enlist One and Enlist Duo. No other salt formulations and no ester formulations can be applied postemergence to these varieties. 

ISA At-Large Director Scott Gaffner is the first farmer to serve on the Executive Boards of the U.S. Soybean Export Council, World Initiative for Soy in Human Health and U.S. Poultry & Egg Export Council at the same time. Check out his recent radio interview with Rita Frazer, where Scott discusses his work to help sell more soybeans and livestock around the world.