Dr. Rachel Vann, University of Illinois Associate Professor of Cropping Systems, met with Darby Danzl and Stephanie Porter from the ISA Soybean Production team to evaluate wheat conditions at a current ISA On-Farm Trial Network (OFTN) double-crop field near Bloomington, IL. This trial evaluates three planting populations of double-crop soybeans following wheat to identify the most economical seeding rate. Results will help farmers determine optimum populations that balance seed cost with yield under Illinois conditions. To learn more about this study and other OFTN research, you can visit bit.ly/4hzkvQd

When it comes to glufosinate, the right combination of sunlight, temperature, humidity and coverage can make all the difference—especially as resistance challenges grow. Find out what conditions Stephanie Porter, CCA, says deliver the best results: bit.ly/4ej49ub

Planting is wrapping up on the ISA Agronomy Farm! In response, Darby Danzl relocated the weather station to prepare for the addition of a new sensor: soil probes. If you are curious to see the weather data we are collecting, visit ilsoy.org/isa-agronomy-farm/ to check out current conditions and recent weather summaries. Darby and Stephanie also scouted the emergence of corn and soybeans in all the research plots and observed how the wheat is progressing.

Crop Report from Brandon Hall on May 30th in Knox County: "Crops are taking off with heat and sunshine, as corn ranges from V2–V6 (early fields looking strong) and soybeans hit V1–V3. Wheat is now heading and flowering. Recent 1–1.5” rains helped break the soil crust and improve field conditions. Post-emerge spraying and top-dress applications are underway, but with temps in the 80s–90s, crops will need another 0.5–0.75” of rain soon to activate herbicides and stay ahead of weeds." Read Brandon's full report on Field Advisor. bit.ly/43gGnKc

Save the Date! 🌱 The Illinois Soybean Association Agronomy Farm Field Day in Heyworth, IL is on Thursday, July 16, from 3:00–6:15 p.m.! Don't miss an afternoon of agronomic updates, field demonstrations and networking with growers and industry experts. More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Crop Report from Stephanie Porter on June 2nd in Montgomery County: "Fieldwork picked up over the weekend with final planting, replanting, and post herbicide apps on early April beans. Corn (V7) is showing micronutrient deficiencies due to shallow roots, while soybeans (V4) are showing bacterial blight. Warmer nights in the 60s should accelerate growth—but spotty rain in and out of the forecast continues to make planning tricky." Read Stephanie's full report on Field Advisor: fieldadvisor.org/crop-report…

.@ILSoybean agronomist @SKayPorter breaks down what Illinois field data shows about the factors driving early soybean herbicide injury. fieldadvisor.org/top-10-less…

Emma Wyman of Lincoln Land Community College shares how @ILSoybean's mentorship program broadened her understanding of the diverse and innovative career paths shaping today’s agriculture industry. fieldadvisor.org/exploring-t…

IL Soy Envoy Tim Laatsch explains how to maximize yield potential when double‑cropping soybeans after winter wheat in a shortened Illinois growing season. fieldadvisor.org/top-eight-f…

Matt Propst of Illinois Central College explains how @ILSoybean's mentorship program broadened his view of the agriculture industry and helped him shape his goals as a crop specialist and on his family farm. fieldadvisor.org/sowing-know…

Crop report from @SKayPorter on May 22 in Montgomery County: "We were able to plant our last soybean field on May 14 in between rains. It rained 1 to 2 inches after these were planted, with most of the rain on Monday, May 18th. These soybeans were just starting to emerge and we will need to wait another week before we can start taking plant populations. Nearby corn was at V3, with stands looking good. Wheat harvest will be 1 to 2 weeks earlier than normal this year. A few plants were showing signs of fusarium head blight or head scab. Fungicides should have been applied at early flowering (anthesis - anthers are present) or as late as 5 to 7 days after flower for disease suppression. Some pre and post herbicide applications taking place on dryer or tiled ground." Read Stephanie's full report on Field Advisor. fieldadvisor.org/crop-report…

Crop report from IL Soy Envoy Tim Laatsch on May 26 in Effingham County: "The month of May has had only 3 to 4 days suitable for field work due to frequent rains. Early beans are showing some patchy yellow discoloration that appears to be connected with wet spots during tillage and aggravated by excessive rainfall. Early corn has reached V5 to V7 and is taking off rapidly. Saw a few sprayers going on Memorial Day and several more the day after. Corn planted in the window of May 15 still has not emerged or is emerging uneven due to excessive moisture, no sun and cool temps. Replant operations should commence this week, as needed. Soft red winter wheat is filling grain but showing apparent barley yellow dwarf virus (BYDV) affecting flag leaves in clusters. Also, some head scab in the wheat, even where fungicide was applied at flowering. A little sunshine and warmer temperatures forecasted ahead should help everything improve!" Read Tim's full report on Field Advisor. fieldadvisor.org/crop-report…

Jill Graner of Parkland Community College reflects on her time in ISA’s mentorship program and how it revealed just how wide‑reaching agriculture really is. fieldadvisor.org/what-the-gr…

This #UpdateFromTheField comes from @FieldAdvisor instead of the field! Yesterday Rachel and Haleigh had the opportunity to meet with @litchfield_ag and @SKayPorter at @ILSoybean. We're grateful for the support of all of our state checkoff partners! #SoyCheckoff #ScienceForSuccess

Darby Danzl with @ILSoybean shares wheat yield estimates from Madison, Bond, Montgomery and Macoupin Counties. fieldadvisor.org/results-fro…

After a life‑changing farm accident, Oliver Kragelund shares how he rebuilt his career path in agriculture and benefited from @ILSoybean's mentorship program along the way. fieldadvisor.org/redefining-…

NEW EPISODE 🎙️ IL Soy Envoys share regional updates on weather challenges, soil conditions, crusting, replanting and other agronomy issues. Listen now on Field Advisor! fieldadvisor.org/weather-whi…

Rachel Vann of @SoybeanScience1 breaks down how early soybean vegetative growth builds the engine that powers pod and seed development later in the season. fieldadvisor.org/growth-in-a…

Crop report from IL Soy Envoy Jamie Horton on May 20 in Jefferson/Perry Counties: After some much‑needed heat and sunshine, the crop has really taken off in the last week. I found the first soybean flower as seen in the picture! Heavy rains have fallen in some areas, but there are pockets that could use a rain as well. Post‑herbicide sprays are underway, and there are replanting pockets in some fields. Rains will keep us out of the field locally for a while." Read Jamie's full report on Field Advisor! fieldadvisor.org/crop-report…

Even if your cereal rye doesn’t build a lot of biomass, it could still be suppressing weeds! Texas A&M @TAMUWeedNinjas research has found that cereal rye will suppress weeds by blocking and shading the soil and releasing weed-suppressing compounds from its roots --- even BEFORE that rye biomass reaches the recommended pounds per acre. Learn more from Gustavo Camargo Silva & @MBagavathiannan here: growiwm.org/cereal-rye-smoth…