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Seeing unusual colors, cracking, or mold in your 2026 soybean crop? You’re not alone. Reports of soybean seed quality issues—including soybeans of other colors, green seed, purple seed stain, Diaporthe seed decay, and seed coat cracking—are increasing across the country. These problems could affect how loads are classified, graded, docked, or accepted at delivery. Before hauling grain, learn what to look for, how current FGIS standards apply, and why talking with your buyer now may help you avoid surprises at the elevator. Read the full article from the Science for Success team: hubs.li/Q04C1j0Q0

The results are in! The Illinois Soybean Research Review with results from the 2025 growing season is available. See how the Illinois Soybean Checkoff is advancing soybean production research for farmers across the state: hubs.li/Q04C1h880

🌾 One of the final scouting trips of 2026! ISA agronomist Darby Danzl and UIUC’s Dr. Rachel Vann visited an OFTN double-crop soybean trial comparing 3 planting populations to find the most profitable option after wheat. Interested in 2027 OFTN trials? 🌱 hubs.li/Q04BYdPT0

Evaluate the costs and benefits of insecticide seed treatments under real-world conditions on your farm via the @ILSoybean On-Farm Trial Network: hubs.li/Q04BDbXY0

🌱 Ready to Grow Your Ground Game? Explore conservation practices like cover crops and no-till, plus NRCS programs that offer financial and technical assistance to help farmers reach their goals. Read more: hubs.li/Q04BDldd0

🌱 Looking for hands-on agronomy experience? Join the Illinois Soybean Association as a Summer 2027 Agronomy Intern! Gain real-world experience in on-farm research, field scouting, data collection, farmer engagement and agricultural outreach. Apply now: hubs.li/Q04B00cj0

Cover crops can deliver more value when they’re managed with the same planning and precision as corn and soybeans. This five-step playbook covers goal setting, seed selection, establishment, spring termination and ways to make the investment pay. Read the article by IL Soy Envoy Tim Laatsch for practical ideas you can put to work on your farm: hubs.ly/Q04Bqfdf0

🌱 Crop Report from Darby Danzl: As of Oct. 11, 48% of soybeans and 51% of corn were harvested in Illinois. Farmers are reporting increased Soybeans of Other Colors (SBOC), with some facing elevator dockage. Seeing discolored beans or experiencing dockage? Share your experience in the Illinois Soybean Delivery & Quality Survey 2026: hubs.li/Q04BjFpB0

Cover crops can deliver more value when they’re managed with the same planning and precision as corn and soybeans. This five-step playbook covers goal setting, seed selection, establishment, spring termination and ways to make the investment pay. Read the article by IL Soy Envoy Tim Laatsch for practical ideas you can put to work on your farm. hubs.ly/Q04Bqf820

With 15+ cover crop species on display, the ISA Agronomy cover crop plot shows there’s no one-size-fits-all approach! 🌱 Find the right fit for your farm with the Midwest Cover Crops Council’s Cover Crop Decision Tools. @CoverCropsMCCC Explore your options: hubs.li/Q04BhqQr0

Can wheat and soybeans work together to deliver greater profitability? Join this Illinois Soybean Association On-Farm Trial Network and help answer the questions on your farm: hubs.li/Q04B7JYp0

Join the University of Illinois and the @ILSoybean On-Farm Trial Network to find out when phosphorus and potassium applications truly pay off in your operation: hubs.li/Q04z_-Mn0

For nearly 40 years, the Annual Soybean Quality Survey has tracked soybean composition across the United States, providing critical data for researchers, breeders, and the soybean industry. By submitting a sample, you can contribute to this important work and receive personalized results from your crop. @SoyCheckoff Request a free kit today: hubs.li/Q04zB5zP0

🌱 Looking for hands-on agronomy experience? Join the @ILSoybean as a Summer 2027 Agronomy Intern! Gain real-world experience in on-farm research, field scouting, data collection, farmer engagement, and agricultural outreach. Apply Now: bit.ly/4zaoAlF

🟣 Have you noticed more purple seed stain showing up in soybeans this fall? Purple seed stain is showing up more frequently across the Midwest in 2026 due to warm, wet conditions during seed development. While yield impacts are generally minimal, it can affect seed appearance and marketability. Learn what’s causing it and what it means for your crop in this article from Soybean Science for Success: hubs.li/Q04zwXDt0

Can wheat and soybeans work together to deliver greater profitability? Join the @ILSoybean On-Farm Trial Network and help answer the questions on your farm. fieldadvisor.org/on-farm-tri…