John Quincy Adams was quoted as saying, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) CEO Lyle Roberts certainly fits …

Last October, I used this column to announce a number of changes that the Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) was making in its approach to membership and how we engage with Iowa’s soybean farmers. In summary, …

Soybean aphid is the most significant above-ground pest that farmers face today.  Aphids reduce soybean yield and farmer profitability. They may even transmit viral diseases that can reduce seed quality at harvest. They’re born pregnant …

The merry month of May is the unofficial start of summer! Kids out of school, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day…time to be outside enjoying the warm weather and packing the picnic basket! This is also …

Are you planting a soybean variety with aphid resistance this season?  Have a good idea what weeds may not respond to glyphosate treatments?  Got an eye on the weather for an indication of what diseases …

Although my four kids have mostly outgrown their fascination with blowing and popping bubbles, every once in a while they rummage through the garage and find an old bottle of bubble solution. Their goal …

Producing high yielding soybeans takes teamwork. The right genetics, a blessing from Mother Nature and the right management decisions by you make a profitable and unbeatable team.  Although it’s difficult to predict what curves Mother …

Easter is right around the corner!  And from my perspective, spring can’t come fast enough. With thoughts of warm breezes and spring flowers, we start changing our meals patterns from hearty soups and stews to …

At a recent seminar, was able to get into a discussion about how leading associations are able to maintain and grow their membership. The topic is very important to the Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) …

With the planting season presumably just around the corner, we are hopeful for a dry spring that allows us to sow our crops in a timely manner this year.  We also are hopeful our soybeans …