FUNDED BY THE ILLINOIS SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION CHECKOFF PROGRAM.

Events

Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting

The Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting will be held at the Christian County Extension Office in Taylorville on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024. Winter Meeting topics will include: -Reducing Fertilizer Use on Cattle Farms -The Art and Science of Grazing -Timing is Critical for Cover Crops Success -Fertility Management and Drainage Curt Rincker is one of the first rotational grazier in Illinois and one of the most successful graziers in our state. The meeting is free and open to the public. Advance registration is required for lunch.

By |February 8, 2024|

Illinois Extension Crop Management Conference – Collinsville

Stay current with updates impacting Illinois crop production. Make the most informed decisions you can for your farm by getting the latest research updates from crop science experts at University of Illinois. Crop producers, consultants, industry professionals, and students are invited to the 2024 Crop Management Conference series in person or online. Seven continuing education units (CEUs) are available for Certified Crop Advisers covering a broad range of crop production topics at in-person events. Additional CEUs are available by accessing the online-only content available Feb. 16 - April 30. Three in-person sessions are being offered around Illinois: Feb. 1: Collinsville. Register by [...]

By |December 11, 2023|

Better Beans – Ina

The Better Beans Series, funded by the Illinois Soybean Association checkoff program, are half-day, in-person events held around the state of Illinois. These sessions bring local soybean knowledge from Certified Crop Advisers, agronomists, industry experts, and farmers. Participants will receive local agronomic insight and the tools they need to improve profitability and achieve high yields. Association updates will also be provided from the Illinois Soybean Association Agronomy Team. REGISTER TODAY!

By |December 1, 2023|

Better Beans – Bloomington

The Better Beans Series, funded by the Illinois Soybean Association checkoff program, are half-day, in-person events held around the state of Illinois. These sessions bring local soybean knowledge from Certified Crop Advisers, agronomists, industry experts, and farmers. Participants will receive local agronomic insight and the tools they need to improve profitability and achieve high yields. Association updates will also be provided from the Illinois Soybean Association Agronomy Team. REGISTER TODAY!

By |November 30, 2023|

What are climate-smart agricultural commodities, and how do soybeans fit in?

In recent years, the term "climate-smart agricultural commodities" has been introduced to describe products like soybean grain. These commodities are cultivated using practices that aim to decrease greenhouse gas emissions and/or store carbon in soils. The multi-billion-dollar investment by USDA in climate-smart commodities exemplifies the increasing interest by public and private sector actors, and by grain buyers, in measuring climate footprints of soybeans. In this webinar, Dr. Andrew Margenot will provide an introduction to climate-smart agriculture and agricultural commodities, how soybeans fit into this paradigm, and considerations for Illinois soybean producers in navigating climate-smart commodity markets.

By |November 27, 2023|

Soybean-specifics of soil health: what do we know?

Soil health is the ability of soil to sustain functions that underpin crop productivity and other services to society. When it comes to soybeans, are there specific considerations for soil health? In this webinar, Dr. Andrew Margenot will review soil health as it pertains to soybean. Specifically, we will review reasons for anticipating soybean-specific considerations on soil health processes and management, and methods for testing soil health. 

By |November 27, 2023|

Eco Markets and Carbon Dynamics Field Day

Carbon market representatives are at your farm's door, but you have questions. The carbon market is an emerging entity and buzzword in the agriculture industry. Every day, different programs are being presented to farmers, landowners, and researchers, creating a lot of questions around carbon and farm operations. Help clear the air and confusion by attending the Eco Markets and Carbon Dynamics Field Day with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Extension, and Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership. Spend the day with industry and university experts to: Learn what carbon markets are and the process of carbon sequestration. Find out more about the economic perspective of [...]

By |October 17, 2023|

ILSoyAdvisor Award Nominations Close

Do you know an experienced Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) with a passion for soybean management or with exemplary soils consulting expertise? The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) is now accepting nominations for the annual Soybean Master Adviser and Dave Rahe Excellence in Soils Consulting awards, presented by the ISA checkoff program. 

By |September 12, 2023|
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