Free Soybean Cyst Nematode Sampling Available for Illinois Growers

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OCTOBER 10, 2024

FREE SOYBEAN CYST NEMATODE SAMPLING AVAILABLE FOR ILLINOIS GROWERS

October is soybean cyst nematode (SCN) awareness month, and to help monitor and research this significant threat, the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) is offering free SCN sampling of egg counts to all Illinois soybean farmers. In collaboration with the University of Illinois, the initiative aims to establish a baseline SCN population throughout soybean fields across the state.

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WEBINAR RECORDING: ISG HERBICIDE STRATEGY

If you missed last week's Herbicide Strategy webinar with Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG), don't worry! Click the button below to access expert insights on how to adapt to the latest herbicide strategies and understand their impact on your operation.

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ILDG FACILITATING INDUSTRY GROWTH

In a recent Brownfield Ag News article, Ellen Rahn, a 2023 Top 20 Under 40 Farmer, highlights the Illinois Livestock Development Group’s (ILDG) role in supporting industry investment. She also encourages producers interested in diversifying their operations to reach out to ILDG for more information.

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FARMERS COULD BE MOST AFFECTED BY FEDERAL FARM BILL EXPIRATION

ISA Director of Government Relations & Strategy Andrew Larson was recently featured by 25News Now, where he voiced concerns about the expiration of the Farm Bill and emphasized its significance, noting that many consumers depend on it daily.

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CELEBRATE 4-H WEEK

4-H members in Illinois will join the 6 million youth across the country this week in celebrating National 4-H Week. Clubs around Illinois recognize this week by highlighting the remarkable 4‑H youth in their communities and showcasing the incredible experiences that 4‑H offers young people.

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In this article, Getting Rid of Weeds (GROW) explains how herbicide-resistant weeds spread and how to prevent the introduction of these weeds in your fields.

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