Research

Scotland farmer’s early planted soybeans ‘look fantastic’

South Dakota farmer Jeff Kloucek wrapped up soybean planting early this May. Hear why his early-planted fields look fantastic and how input decisions matte...

Wipf Shares Insights on Conservation and Leadership in Agriculture

South Dakota farmer Brandon Wipf reflects on his work with the American Soybean Association, including monarch habitat efforts and navigating spring planti...

Ag United refocuses under executive director Don Norton

For 20 years, South Dakota soybean growers have partnered with Ag United and other commodity groups to share agriculture’s story with consumers. Now, the e...

Mexico See For Yourself applications are due by Saturday, May 10th

Apply by May 10 to join the South Dakota Soybean Checkoff’s See For Yourself program tour to Mexico, July 7–11. Learn how international buyers use U.S. soy...

Increased Soybean Usage Helps Drive Checkoff-Funded Research

Find out how South Dakota farmers fund research through their checkoff to explore new soybean uses and support increased demand.

Farmers Fund Research on Soybean Production Practices

Explore the various research projects funded by South Dakota soybean farmers through their checkoff to improve production practices.

SDSU Study: Reduced tillage boosts yields, soil organic matter

New research from SDSU shows that reducing tillage boosts soil organic carbon, conserves water, cuts erosion—and leads to stronger soybean and corn yields....

See For Yourself in Mexico!

South Dakota soybean farmers are invited to apply for the 2025 See For Yourself tour to Mexico, July 7–11. Explore how your checkoff investment fuels globa...

Expanding Markets: South Dakota Soybean Leaders Explore Opportunities in Vietnam

Centerville farmer divides time between USB decisions and fieldwork planning

South Dakota farmer Tim Ostrem shares insights on early planting, evolving precision agriculture practices, and his role in directing Soybean Checkoff fund...

Predicting 2025 problem weeds a tall order

South Dakota farmers face an unpredictable weed season as past wet and dry years have built up a diverse weed seed bank. SDSU's Eric Jones emphasizes the n...

Strengthening U.S.-Vietnam Trade Ties

South Dakota soybean farmers are heading to Vietnam to strengthen trade partnerships in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing markets. With rising demand...