Protect Farmer Access to Pesticides
Pesticides and other crop protection tools are essential for sustaining agriculture. However, these vital resources are under threat by off-farm political interests. Join Illinois Soybean Growers in opposing the EPA Herbicide Strategy and sign the petition to protect these crucial tools for farmers.
I Believe In the CCA Program
ISA Soy Envoy, Karen Corrigan, discusses various criticisms directed towards the Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) program and highlights the importance of CCAs in the agronomy profession.
Who Knows Your Rows?
Illinois Field & Bean Magazine recently had the privilege of conversing with the esteemed 2023 Soy Envoys, who graciously offered their expertise and insights for the upcoming season. As agricultural pioneers, their three invaluable tips hold the potential to illuminate the path for growers throughout the state.
Hang in There
Kevin Nelson, an alumnus of ILSoyAdvisor's Soy Envoy program, shares his profound insights on the enduring drought challenges throughout the years. In his enlightening discourse, he emphasizes the transformative influence of traits on crops, revolutionizing their ability to thrive and endure even in the face of such trying circumstances.
Basic Cation Saturation Ratios (BCSR), Soil Balancing, Desired Values and Ratios
The scientific community mostly disregards the BCSR philosophy/theory; however, some farmers, crop consultants, sustainable ag proponents and commercial soil-testing laboratories still use BCSR to guide their fertilizer recommendations.
My Opinion On Liquid Fertilizers as a Total Program to Replace P and K
I have had a few recent conversations about liquid fertilizers that are either soil applied or foliar applied as well the questionable promotion that is being put out there.
Thoughts for the 2022 Planting Season
In agriculture today, we’re blessed with some of the highest grain prices on record. Jason Boehler provides his recommendations as you plant this spring.
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