Agronomic tip of the week

Thanks to the hard work of plant pathologists and soybean breeders, there are literally hundreds of SCN-resistant soybean varieties for Iowa growers to choose. How do you pick a good SCN-resistant soybean variety from the hundreds that are available? ISU's Greg Tylka offers advice.

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Iowans help lead national soybean organizations

Jim Stillman and Ray Gaesser have been recognized for their efforts by being named to national positions on the United Soybean Board (USB) and the American Soybean Association (ASA) executive committees. Additionally, John Hoffman has completed his term on the ASA board.

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Capitol

A Capitol Christmas Tree has been an American tradition since 1964, but this is the first year  renewable biodiesel helped transport the tree across the nation.

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Three bean chili

A hot bowl of delicious chili is perfect for this week's winter weather. Be sure to try this tasty version.

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China soy buyers hold off ahead of supply, survey shows

China’s purchases of imported soybeans slowed as buyers anticipated a possible weakening in international prices ahead of a big South American crop and large arrivals in coming months.

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VIP registration for Farm Futures Management Summit

Thanks to a special arrangement, ISA members can attend the Farm Futures Management Summit in St. Louis, Jan. 6-7, at the special discounted rate. But hurry! The Hilton Hotel's discounted room rate is only in effect until Dec. 15.

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Special SoyLube offer for ISA members

From now until Jan. 31, Environmental Lubricants Manufacturing (ELM), an Iowa-based company, is making a special half-price offer to ISA members on its line of soy-based lubricants and greases. 

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