About the Research Center for Farming Innovation

The Iowa Soybean Association’s (ISA) Research Center for Farming Innovation's (RCFI) goal is to deliver the very best farmer-led research combining agronomic, conservation and analytics tailored for soybean farmers so that they can implement results and improve their operation. 

Why work with the Research Center for Farming Innovation?

Unique Focus

Our focus is unique in the industry. We are driven to improve farmer profitability and stewardship; it's not about us, it’s about the farmer.

Unbiased Source of Scientifically Valid Information

ISA research contains holistic integration of all areas of crop management and stewardship. We go where the data takes us whether it sells a system or not.

Access to Latest Advances in Technology

We are often the first source of new technology and inputs for farmers to trial.

Advanced Analytics and Methods

Our analysis of on-farm data is world class and our methodology has been proven and refined by years of experience. Our on-farm strip trial research started in 2005, and continues to deliver valuable information and insights to farmers. Competitors may offer similar expertise, but no one is more advanced than us.

Access to a Large Network of Expertise

We have a large farmer base as well as many contacts with industry on all the major products and technologies along with close associations with Iowa State University and other organizations.

"RCFI champions robust agronomic and environmentally sound on-farm research programming, data driven insights and technical implementation to enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability."

Christie Wiebbecke, PhD
Chief Officer of Research and Conservation