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ILSoyAdvisor is your go-to source for expert agronomic and management advice for Illinois soybean production. Funded by the Illinois Soybean Association checkoff program, ILSoyAdvisor provides the latest information and research that impacts your farm.
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The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) checkoff and membership programs represent more than 43,000 soybean farmers in Illinois. The checkoff funds market development and utilization efforts while the membership program supports the government relations interests of Illinois soybean farmers at the local, state, and national level, through the Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG). ISA upholds the interests of Illinois soybean producers through promotion, advocacy, and education with the vision of be ...
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Planting Progress: A Marathon, Not a Sprint!
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The Soy Envoys provide a short update on planting progress and field conditions across different regions of Illinois. They discuss weed control strategies and herbicide applications as well as the connection of winter annual weeds being a host for soybean cyst nematode. Click here for more information from Purdue University. With planting season un…
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Planting Progress Report: Addressing Henbit Concerns, Cover Crop Termination, Pest Alerts, and More.
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In this episode, the ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoys launch a new series, offering updates on statewide field conditions. They focus on concerns such as henbit control, cover crop termination, and reports of black cutworms and armyworms. Additionally, they discuss planting progress, currently at 2% for corn and soybeans (as of 4/7), attributing the delay t…
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Integrated Weed Management Maybe the Answer to Herbicide Resistance
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Herbicide resistance among weeds has become a significant challenge, so farmers must explore diverse strategies for weed management. GROW (Getting Rid of Weeds) is a scientist-led network coordinating research to help farmers across the U.S. fight herbicide resistance. Their focus extends beyond chemical solutions to encompass non-chemical techniqu…
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Join Kelsey Litchfield and Kelly Robertson, ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoy and soil fertility agronomist, as they talk with Eli Sloneker from Precision Planting about Radicle Agronomics and their mission to transform soil nutrient management in farming. In this episode, Eli offers an overview into Radicle Agronomics, and how it got started seven years ago …
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As February brought warmer temperatures, Illinois soybean producers are gearing up for spring. From field preparations to reports of planters in action, signs of early soybean planting are emerging across the state. During a recent visit to Commodity Classic in Houston, Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) Outreach Agronomist and CCA, Stephanie Porte…
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No More Secrets: Maintain A Season-Long Approach for High Yielding Soybeans
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In this podcast, Dr. Connor Sible shares the 2024 update of Dr. Fred Below's Six Secrets to Soybean Success. He talks about weather and planting date and how the earliest planting date may not always win in terms of yield, but explains the potential it can bring with little relative risk and why planting soybeans before corn is worth a try. The pod…
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Stephanie Porter speaks about Better Beans and Soybean Summit with KICD Radio in Spencer, Iowa.By ISA
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Year in Review (Part 2): Unpacking Agronomy Highlights of 2023
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In today's installment, host Kelsey Litchfield continues a deep dive into the 2023 growing season with part 2 of the recap, featuring insights from Stephanie Porter, Outreach Agronomist and Certified Crop Adviser with the Illinois Soybean Association. They discuss "root rot mania" plus the big topic of red crown crown. Stephanie also shares observa…
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Year in Review (Part 1): Unpacking Agronomy Highlights of 2023
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Join us for the latest episode of the ILSoyAdvisor podcast with your host Kelsey Litchfield, from the Illinois Soybean Association. In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Porter, an outreach agronomist and certified crop adviser, to dive into the challenges and highlights of the 2023 growing season. From the drought to the unexpected derecho i…
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Should I Rely on Residuals? Plus White Mold Concerns, Soil Fertility Recommendations, Harvest and Yield Reports, and More
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In this podcast episode, we hear from three agronomists with updates on soybean and corn harvest and their concerns for the upcoming season. Bayer Agronomist, Jim Donnelly, shares recent rains have delayed harvest, but soybean yields are generally in the 70s with some reports in the 60s and 80s. Crystal Williams, Illinois Soy Envoy and Pioneer Agro…
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Weekly Headlines: Harvest Highlights, Weather Outlook, and Opposing EPA's Herbicide Strategy
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Kelsey Litchfield discusses the agronomy headlines of the week from ILSoyAdvisor.com. In this episode, she shares a harvest update from the Illinois Soy Envoys, explore the weather outlook for the remainder of harvest, examine the impact of cover crops on soybean growth during the 2023 season, discuss the effort to oppose the EPA Herbicide Strategy…
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A Harvest Roller Coaster: Illinois Soy Envoys Share Crop Updates
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This year's harvest has brought a wide range of yields so far, from disappointing to outstanding, in both soybeans and corn. The Illinois Soy Envoys offer a wide-ranging harvest report, covering yield assessments from various regions across the state. In addition, they provide insights into the growing season, addressing challenges such as insects,…
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ByAssociation Fueling Progress with IL Corn and ISA EP13
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In the latest episode of the By Association Podcast, ISA communicators Claire Weinzierl and Betsy Osman are checking in with Lindsay Mitchell, Director of Marketing and Communications for IL Corn, about the partnering organizations’ shared booth at this year’s Farm Progress Show. They’ll talk about the many ways Illinois farmers’ checkoff dollars a…
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In the latest episode of the By Association Podcast, Claire and Betsy are checking in with Gracie Pierson, Consumer Engagement Manager for the Illinois Farm Bureau to learn more about the Farm Bureau’s role in consumer-facing initiatives, including the most recent “We Are the 96%” campaign, and the ways ISA and Illinois Farm Bureau are working toge…
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In the latest episode of the By Association Podcast, Rachel and Betsy are checking in with Jack Marck, Managing Director of the Illinois AgTech Accelerator. Recently, Jack has been working to create new systems for establishing ag data standards, and sharing that information across industry stakeholders, in an effort to increase collaboration aroun…
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"Reliving the ISA Egypt Mission Trip"In this episode of the By Association Podcast, Rachel and Betsy are checking in with ISA Board Director and Market Development Committee Chairman, Scott Gaffner, and ISA Trade & Exports Manager, Eileen Urish, to relive their recent mission trip Egypt. Scott, Eileen, and Rachel were joined by other ISA leadership…
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In the latest By Association Podcast, Rachel and Betsy are checking in with Dr. Andrew Margenot, soil scientist and faculty member at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and presenter at this year’s Soybean Summit. After his Ph.D. research on soil fertility at UC Davis, Andrew joined the Illinois agricultural scene in 2017, where he leads a re…
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By Associaiton With Roberta Simpson - Dolbeare EP. 8
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In the latest By Association podcast episode, Rachel and Betsy are checking in with Roberta Simpson-Dolbeare, Illinois soybean farmer and Chair of the American Soybean Association’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health Program (WISHH) which is dedicated to connecting trade and development across global market systems. Tune in to learn more abou…
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In the latest episode of the By Association Podcast, Rachel and Betsy check in with Tara Smith, Executive Vice President of Michael Torrey Associates (MTA). The MTA team is a group of government relations strategists that stay ahead of the issues that challenge agriculture, food and financial services organizations. Tara focuses on developing and i…
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The United States is the world’s 2nd largest producer and exporter of soybeans, and the world’s largest producer and exporter of turkey. And today, the turkey industry is thriving thanks to the availability and economic benefits of high-protein soybean meal. In the latest episode of By Association, Beth Breeding, Vice President of Communications an…
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Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) Board Director, Jeff O’Connor recalls his experience on May 11, 2022 when the President of the United States, Joe Biden, along with Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack visited OC Farms.By ISA
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By Association With Rod Weinzierl and John Lumpe EP. 4
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ISA and IL Corn are rewriting the script on commodity collaboration, resource sharing, and pooling time and talent for the best interest of Illinois farmers. We check in on how this collaboration has grown under John and Rod’s direction, and what’s ahead for these two organizations.By ISA
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By Association with ISA Agronomy Team EP. 3
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This episode will focus on Abigail and her talented team of three young females who are taking the Illinois ag scene by storm. We’ll discuss what they’re currently working on, what’s ahead for Illinois, and how they are enabling ISA to put checkoff dollars to work for farmersBy ISA
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Blake has a heart for the trade-school bound high school kids that often go unnoticed, and get left behind. These are the kids who want to go straight to work, and Blake is passionate about creating those opportunities.By Association Podcast sets the stage for engaging conversations on the leaders, industry-changing advancements, and opportunities …
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ISA CarbonSense Podcast - Episode 4 - Crucial Carbon Market Questions
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The CarbonSense podcast from ILSoyAdvisor is all aboutuncomplicating the carbon landscape. Carbon markets are acrucial topic right now. One filled with opportunity, but alsoplenty of fuzziness and concerns. Through this series we’llbreak down the important questions, discuss what optionsfarmers have and do our best to provide carbon clarity.In this…
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Steve’s rise to ISA Chairman is the story of a self-made man and first-gen farmer. We’ll discuss his passion for what’s next in ag tech, his forward-thinking approach to agriculture, and why he has so much in common with Millennials.By Association Podcast sets the stage for engaging conversations on the leaders, industry-changing advancements, and …
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By Association Podcast sets the stage for engaging conversations on the leaders, industry-changing advancements, and opportunities growing at the Illinois Soybean Association checkoff program. Hosts Rachel Peabody and Betsy Osman explore how Illinois’ soybean farmer checkoff dollars are being used towards efforts like trade, infrastructure, agronom…
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By Association Podcast sets the stage for engaging conversations on the leaders, industry-changing advancements, and opportunities growing at the Illinois Soybean Association checkoff program. Hosts Rachel Peabody and Betsy Osman explore how Illinois’ soybean farmer checkoff dollars are being used towards efforts like trade, infrastructure, agronom…
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ISA CarbonSense Podcast - Episode 3 - Carbon Market Opportunities
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The CarbonSense podcast from ILSoyAdvisor is all aboutuncomplicating the carbon landscape. Carbon markets are acrucial topic right now. One filled with opportunity, but alsoplenty of fuzziness and concerns. Through this series we’llbreak down the important questions, discuss what optionsfarmers have and do our best to provide carbon clarity.In this…
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ISA CarbonSense Podcast - Episode 2 - Conservation Best Practices
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The CarbonSense podcast from ILSoyAdvisor is all aboutuncomplicating the carbon landscape. Carbon markets are acrucial topic right now. One filled with opportunity, but alsoplenty of fuzziness and concerns. Through this series we’llbreak down the important questions, discuss what optionsfarmers have and do our best to provide carbon clarity.On this…
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ISA CarbonSense Podcast - Episode 1 - The Science Behind Carbon
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The CarbonSense podcast from ILSoyAdvisor is all aboutuncomplicating the carbon landscape. Carbon markets are acrucial topic right now. One filled with opportunity, but alsoplenty of fuzziness and concerns. Through this series we’llbreak down the important questions, discuss what optionsfarmers have and do our best to provide carbon clarity.IN THE …
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Soybean Field Observations and Getting Ready for Harvest
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Jason Boehler, a 2021 CCA Soy Envoy, joins the podcast this month to share observations he is seeing from the fields as harvest gets closer. He also shares tips to prepare for a successful 2021 soybean harvest. Listen to learn more.By ISA
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CCA Soy Envoy, Randy Niver, joins the podcast this month to discuss why planting soybeans earlier in the spring supports higher yields at harvest. He also shares why it is important to protect the canopy throughout the growing season and ways to manage specific diseases. Listen to learn more.By ISA
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Herbicide Treatments and Weed Management Advice
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Jared Greuel, CCA Soy Envoy and owner and sales agronomist for Greuel Farm Service, is featured on this month’s podcast to discuss herbicide treatments, the importance of diversification, understanding labels and active ingredients and other important weed management best practices.By ISA
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Scott Eversgerd, CCA Soy Envoy and Pioneer field agronomist, joins the podcast this month to discuss double-cropping soybeans and what growers can do to maximize yields on those acres. He provides tips to help get the crop off to a good start and also gives an update on wheat crop harvest conditions. Listen to learn more.…
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Fungicide Treatments to Protect Soybean Yields
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Jason Carr, CCA Soy Envoy and Bayer Crop Science technology development representative, joins the podcast to share the value fungicide treatments bring to soybean management programs to protect yields. We also discuss what makes a quality fungicide, current research and application timing and methods. Listen to learn more.…
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CCA Soy Envoy, Jason Haegele, joins the show to discuss the components of a high-yielding soybean fertility program. We also discuss application timing and nutrient amounts to help soybean growers make the most of their crops this growing season. Listen to learn more.By ISA
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Randy Niver, CCA Soy Envoy and Asgrow DEKALB Technical Agronomist, is on the podcast this month to review the 2020 soybean growing season. Listen to learn more.By ISA
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Scouting for Late-Season Soybean Insects and Diseases
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Jason Carr, CCA Soy Envoy and Bayer Crop Science Technology Development Representative, is on the podcast this week to discuss what soybean insects and diseases farmers should be scouting for in August. Listen to learn more.By ISA
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Cody Pettit, CCA Soy Envoy and Pioneer field agronomist, joins the podcast this week to discuss soybean growth stages and how to protect pod fill during crucial time periods. Listen to learn more.By ISA
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RFD Radio Part 1: Soybean Research & Information Network - Nick Harre
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Part 1 of 2 part series with DeLoss Jahnke, RFD RadioCrop production research reports can be intimidating, and valuable nuggets of information aren’t always easy to find. But now they are simpler to access, understand and apply on the farm through a new online tool for soybean farmers—the Soybean Research & Information Network (SRIN). Nick Harre, I…
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Soybean Replant and Late Planting Considerations
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CCA Soy Envoy, Ashley McEwen, joins the podcast this week to give an update on soybean planting and replanting from her area of Illinois. We also discuss considerations for those last few acres of beans to be planted. Listen to learn more.By ISA
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Soybean Management in the 2020 Growing Season
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CCA Soy Envoy, Jason Haegele, joins the show as we dive into how soybean mangement decisions have shifted since the planting season began. Outside forces including the weather, market and COVID-19 may be reason for you to change your crop plan. Listen to learn more.By ISA
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RFD Radio Part 1: Soybeans for Animal Ag - Brock Willard
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Part 1 of 2 part series with DeLoss Jahnke, RFD RadioA group of Illinois soybean farmers and ISA staff participated in a trade mission to Mexico in late January in order to gain a better perspective of the end market for U.S. meat and, ultimately, Illinois soybeans. Brock Willard, Griggsville, Illinois, discusses his experience on this trade missio…
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Soybean Seed Treatments and Early Planting
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We talk with CCA Soy Envoy, Jason Boehler, about early-planting soybeans and seed treatments in this episode of the ILSoyAdvisor Podcast. Are seed treatments necessary and how do you determine what package is right for you? Listen to learn more!By ISA
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RFD Radio Part 1: Biodiesel and the Community - Nathaniel Doddgridge
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Part 1 of 2 part series with DeLoss Jahnke, RFD RadioMade from soybeans, biodiesel is good for the environment, diesel engine performance and the economy—and it adds value to the Illinois soybean crop. Nathaniel Doddridge, Casey’s General Stores, talks about the role biodiesel plays in the community and at the conveince store. This Soy Perspectives…
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RFD Radio Part 1: Soybean Summit - Megan Miller
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RFD Radio Part 1: Risk Management - Eric Osterhaus
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RFD Radio Part 1: Specialty Soybeans - Eric Woodie
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Part 1 of 2 part series with DeLoss Jahnke, RFD RadioEric Woodie, Illinois Soybean Association Trade Facilitator, discusses specialty soybeans and why growers are choosing to grow non-conventional soybeans. Listen to learn more about specialty soybean premiums and how you can get started. This Soy Perspectives Radio broadcast is brought to you by t…
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RFD Radio Part 1: Soybean Storage Tips - David Wessel
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Part 1 of 2 part series with DeLoss Jahnke, RFD RadioDavid Wessel, Illinois Soybean Association director and central Illinois soybean producer, discusses storage management tips to keep soybeans in top condition to meet buyer expectations. Listen to learn more. This Soy Perspectives Radio broadcast is brought to you by the Illinois Soybean Checkoff…
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