IL FARMERS HAVE THEIR EYES ON CLEAN, GREEN INNOVATION 

As demand increases for alternatives to petroleum and farmers continue to push yields, ISA’s Soy Innovation Center (SIC) works to commercialize new uses for soy. A recent article from the Chicago Tribune dives into the mission behind the SIC and the importance of finding new ways to move the pile. 

 ISA SEEKING BOARD CANDIDATES 

ISA is seeking qualified candidates to fill the District 17 board seat representing Jackson, Jefferson, Perry, Randolf, and Washington counties beginning July 2024. Candidates must be of legal voting age, contribute to the soybean checkoff, and should reside within the district. Please contact Dustin Scott, at dustin.scott@ilsoy.org or 309-846-3673 for additional information. 

 B20 CLUB MEMBERS VISIT INCOBRASA 

On Wednesday, ISA and the American Lung Association hosted Rep. Haas, Rep. Bunting, presumptive incoming senator Chris Balkema, and B20 Club Fleet Managers for a tour of the Incobrasa biodiesel plant. The event offered attendees a comprehensive overview of biodiesel production processes and sustainability practices within the industry.  

 “CROP RESEARCH ALLIANCE” E-NEWSLETTER 

The Soybean Research and Information Network (SRIN) has collaborated with Science for Success and Crop Protection Network (CPN) to launch a monthly e-newsletter, “Crop Research Alliance,” which aims to provide readers with consolidated news on soybean checkoff-funded research. 

 Southern Illinois has experienced significant rainfall recently. How does this excess moisture affect the soil? In this article, Kelly Robertson from Precision Crop Services LLC and ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoy provides some observations.