• April 11, 2024

    Join the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) and all soybean growers and consumers across the nation in celebrating Soy Foods Month this April. Soy is a complete, high-quality plant protein that provides all nine essential amino acids and is a great source of folate, potassium, fiber, iron, and zinc. Check out this article from U.S. Soy to see how you can celebrate Soy Foods Month by incorporating more of this high-quality protein into your diet.

  • April 10, 2024

    BLOOMINGTON, ILL – April 15, 2024 – The American Soybean Association (ASA) is now accepting applications for two director positions. ASA directors may serve a maximum of three, three-year terms.

  • April 4, 2024

    Implementation of a bipartisan bill to encourage the use of higher blends of biodiesel went into effect on Monday, April 1. Biodiesel is a cleaner-burning alternative to traditional diesel, as it significantly improves air quality and mitigates the impact of transportation-related greenhouse gases. The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA), American Lung Association, and other supporters call the new law a landmark statute that will benefit all Illinoisians as well as the state’s environment.

  • April 1, 2024

    April 1, 2024 - Bloomington, Ill., – Implementation of a bipartisan bill to encourage the use of higher blends of biodiesel takes effect on Monday, April 1. Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) Chairman Ron Kindred and other supporters call the new law a landmark statute that will benefit all Illinoisians as well as the state’s environment.

  • March 28, 2024

    Animal agriculture in Illinois supports more than 91,000 jobs, delivers $31.8 billion in economic impact, and spans 21,300 of the state’s 71,000 farms. Yet its impact goes beyond even those impressive numbers.

  • March 28, 2024

    Last call! Nominations for the 2024 Illinois 20 Under 40 Awards close on Sunday, March 31. We’re championing the young farmers who are leading the field and raising the bar on the farm and in their community, committed to growing our industry. Know one? Don’t miss the opportunity to recognize them for their commitment to Illinois agriculture; nominate them today!