Weekly Update: 05.02.24

Explore “It’s Sustainably Soy” Certified Products

MAY 2, 2024

EXPLORE “IT’S SUSTAINABLY SOY” CERTIFIED PRODUCTS

Six companies and nearly 50 soy-based products and projects have proudly earned the “It’s Sustainably Soy” certification. The program, established by the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA), recognizes organizations and companies for switching to sustainable, soy-based solutions. Click the button below to learn more about the companies and to explore their soy-based product offerings.

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“WE ARE THE 96%” CAMPAIGN WINS NAMA AWARD

The Illinois Farm Families (IFF) coalition won a Best of Show award in the consumer category last week at the 2024 National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) Conference in Kansas City. The Best of NAMA awards program honors the most impactful work in ag marketing and communications.

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FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO FUTURE FARMING

ISA recently partnered with Future Farming to provide Illinois farmers with information about global advances in ag technology, equipment reviews, and agricultural advice. As part of this partnership, ISA is providing free subscriptions to Future Farming to the first 120 farmers and crop advisors who fill out the form.

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WILL YOUR ON-FARM TRIALS BE SUCCESSFUL THIS YEAR?

Are you planning an on-farm field trial this growing season? In this ILSoyAdvisor article, Soy Envoy and Illini FS Field Agronomist Eric Beckett highlights essential factors to consider when implementing a new product into your operation and his tips for success.

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ISA DIRECTOR FEATURED AS AMERICAN FARM FAMILY OF THE WEEK

No two acres are the same, and neither are the families who tend them. Along with his family, ISA District 12 Director and fifth-generation corn, soybean and pork producer Brock Willard was recently featured as RFD-TV's American Farm Family of the week.

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In the latest ILSoyAdvisor Podcast episode, the Soy Envoys provide an update on planting progress across Illinois. As of April 21, both corn and soybeans are at 11 percent completion. They also discuss emerging concerns such as weed pressure, pest sightings, cover crop termination, and adhering to herbicide labels.

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