May 2024
April 30, 2024
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In this 'See for Yourself' themed issue, explore the markets through various travel experiences, dive into the data from recent fungicide trials and see how on-farm trials can help determine the effectiveness of products on your acres.
Plan or wander
Iowa Soybean Association is preparing to implement a new strategic plan that will direct the work of the association.
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Rural Route 2: Time for bingo
Farming and bingo have a lot of similarities, especially when it comes to the unknowns that can make or break your game.
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Increasing U.S. Soy sales tied to branding success of Mexican beef company
A growing desire for high-quality beef in Mexico increases demand for U.S. soy products among Mexican beef producers.
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Mexico brings soy to shrimp
An Iowa farmer-leader visits Mexico to expand market opportunities and explore the county's growing soybean demand.
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Seeing the power of U.S. soybeans in Central and South America
Iowa farmers explore how the soybean checkoff plays a role in creating and maintaining markets in Panama and Colombia.
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Protecting crop yields and profitability
ISA's RCFI conducts research trials to understand fungicides' effects on final yields and return on investment.
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Are biologicals the future of farming?
Research centered around nutrient uptake seeks to understand how biologicals can be used in the field to improve yields.
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Warm winter implications for the growing season
Farmers are encouraged to scout their fields early for insects, weeds, and diseases to decrease damage to their crops.
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