The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) is now accepting project proposals for FY25 that strategically align with the organization’s key priority areas: market development, soybean production and communications. Proposals will be assessed on providing a return on ISA’s mission to uphold the interests of Illinois soybean producers and will be evaluated on their effectiveness in addressing the needs of Illinois farmers.

On February 1, the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) hosted its annual Soybean Summit at the I Hotel in Champaign, Ill. If you weren't able to attend or need a refresher on the initiatives taken on by ISA’s Soybean Production Committee, check out the replay on ISA’s YouTube channel!

The IL Corn Growers Association, Illinois Soybean Association, Illinois Farm Bureau and American Farmland Trust are seeking expanded state investment into a popular program designed to promote cover crop adoption throughout the state. The Fall Covers for Spring Savings Program provides a $5 per acre crop insurance premium discount for farmers who plant non-cash crops in the fall to promote soil health and keep nutrients in the field.

Five Illinois farm families were featured in a commercial during this year’s Super Bowl, emphasizing the fact that 96% of farms in Illinois are owned and operated by families. Although the commercial marks the end of the year-long “We are the 96” campaign, it aims to leave a lasting impact on consumers across the state. If you didn't catch it during the game, you can watch the commercial on Illinois Farm Families’ YouTube channel.

The Illinois 20 Under 40 Awards celebrate the achievements of young farmers and recognizes their potential. Agriculture leaders, exceptional community members, role models; we’re looking for the young farmers who are leading the field. Know one? Help us award deserving farmers by nominating a neighbor, friend, colleague, or even yourself, by Thursday, March 21.

The 2024 Soybean Summit is currently underway at the I Hotel in Champaign, Ill. Right now, in-person attendees are finishing up lunch and will soon begin their afternoon of breakout sessions, which will cover topics from conservation finance and the chemical supply chain, to insights on red crown rot and cover crops. Don’t miss out - join the live stream now!