ILLINOIS SOYBEAN BOARD PUBLIC MEETING

The Illinois Soybean Board (ISB) will hold a public meeting from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the I Hotel & Conference Center in Champaign, Illinois (1900 S First Street). During this meeting, At-Large Directors will be elected.

ILLINOIS SOYBEAN GROWERS ANNUAL PAC FUNDRAISER

Join Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG) on Thursday, July 10, at Fatty’s Pub & Grille in DeKalb for the annual PAC Fundraiser. Enjoy an evening of conversation and connection as we explore how extreme weather is affecting fields, what forecasting tools are available, and how technology can help improve your farm’s resilience.

SAUK VALLEY LEGISLATIVE TOWN HALL

Join the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) on Wednesday, July 30, at Sauk Valley Community College for a free Legislative Town Hall! From 7:30 to 9 a.m., enjoy a complimentary breakfast while gaining insights into state and federal legislative landscapes. 

 AMERICAN SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION (ASA) FARMER FORUM ON CONSERVATION PROGRAMS 

Join the 2025 ASA Farmer Forum on Aug. 25 in Mt. Zion, Ill. Farmers have the chance to attend expert-led panels, interact with industry leaders and network with other farmer and industry leaders. Learn about conservation programs, hear from experts and network with fellow farmers.

Stem pests often fly under the radar, but they can quietly chip away at soybean yields across Illinois. Thanks to Illinois Soybean Association checkoff support, researchers from Southern Illinois University and the University of Illinois have spent the past three years identifying the culprits and mapping their spread across the state.