ISA Studies Microwatersheds
Working to Evaluate Impact of Management Change
The Lyons Creek watershed has been getting a lot of attention since being designated as an “impaired water body” by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

Farmer Vision Credited for Soyfoods Industry Growth
The soyfoods industry has experienced considerable growth in the past two decades. It started with just a few small companies selling tofu or soymilk to a small niche market. Today, soy protein is included in thousands of food products, and soyfoods can be found in nearly every grocery store.

Biodiesel – Then and Now
Since 1992, the soybean checkoff has invested over $60 million into biodiesel promotion, research and development. Today, the United Soybean Board and state soybean checkoff fund almost all major soy biodiesel promotion and research, and efforts are focused on informing fellow farmers and ranchers as well as the general population of the benefits of soy biodiesel.

Optimism Abounds: Higher Living Standards Create Demand for Soy in China
China is the No. 1 customer for U.S. soybean growers’ crop and, by far, the largest importer of soybeans in the world. Since 2003, China has accounted for more than 45 percent of the world’s soybean imports. As if this weren’t enough to pique our interest, it appears China’s demand for soybeans will only increase with time. There is vast potential, yet China certainly faces some challenges in trying to lift its people out of poverty and make sure they all have enough to eat.

A Chicken and Duck in Every Pot:
Iowans Develop Relationships with No. 1 Soy Importer
China’s economy continues to grow, and its commitment to improve the lives of its people has not waned. As a result, the demand for U.S. soybeans will likely continue for the foreseeable future. These were important take-away messages during a recent trade mission to China.

Soybean Checkoff Funds Work to Protect and Increase Yields
s U.S. soybean farmers return to their fields this production season, many will be aided by the soybean checkoff in ways they might not realize.

Row By Row
Weed Management Matters in Soybeans.