Wet Spring Weather and Nitrogen Loss Revisited
With May's rainfall continuing following a wetter-than-usual April, concerns regarding nitrogen (N) losses are on the rise. In this farmdoc article, Giovani Preza Fontes and Emerson Nafziger talk about the concern of how much N will be available for the 2024 corn crop and determining the optimal timing for additional N application.
Fertilizer Outlook and Chemical Supply Chain Update for the 2024 Growing Season
During the recent Soybean Summit, Kevin "KJ" Johnson, President of the Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association, shared his outlook on the fertilizer industry and provided updates on the chemical supply chain for the upcoming growing season.
Cover Crop Update from Across the State
Dan Schaefer from the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association, and Jim Isermann from the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership, join Abigail Peterson from the Illinois Soybean Association to provide an update on cover crop initiatives across Illinois in a panel discussion.
Wrestling with the Interpretation of Soil Test Results and Fertilizer Recommendations for Phosphorus and Potassium
As the 2024 growing season approaches, concerns about high input costs, decreasing commodity prices, and supply chain issues are escalating. Ensuring accurate calculations for crop budgets becomes crucial, especially with expenses like land rental and chemical costs already accounted for, leaving fertilizer as a potential area for cost-cutting despite its importance.
Sulfur Foundations in High Yield Soybeans
Dr. Shaun Casteel discusses intentional soybean management, beginning with establishing a solid foundation and then expanding into different production practices. He also covers considerations for sulfur management in connection to high yield soybean planting, field conditions, and other synergies.
Illinois NREC Needs Your Input!
Annually, the Illinois Nutrient Research and Education Council (NREC) invites stakeholders to provide input on existing and upcoming research priorities. Don't miss the chance to participate in the survey and attend the 2024 Investment Insights Live event on February 15th in Champaign.
Enhancing Soybean Yields: The Impact of Strategic Nutrient Management
This on-farm research project, funded by the Illinois Soybean Association checkoff program, explores the impact of strategic nutrient management on soybean yield across northern and central Illinois, examining various strategies under different conditions such as no-till, strip-till, row spacing, and cover cropping to inform best practices for soybean nutrient management.
Two Unique Opportunities for Farmers to Advance on Their Conservation Agriculture Journeys
In January, farmers in the Midwest and Mid-South have two valuable opportunities through the One Good Idea platform to enhance soil health, improve water quality, and safeguard profitability.
New Grazing Cover Crops Checklist Now Available!
Jennifer Jones, Illinois Soybean Association Research Agronomist, discusses the importance of integrating livestock into cropping systems to enhance soil health. Jones highlights the benefits livestock bring such as nutrient distribution and increased soil organic matter.
Join ISA Agronomy on Friday for an In-Depth Look at Cover Crop & Nitrogen Management
Illinois soybean farmers will have the opportunity to learn about a multiyear study assessing the cost, return on investment, and average yield of a multiyear legume cover crop and nitrogen management strategy.
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