Nitrogen fixation is a process where soybean plants can utilize nitrogen from the air by a symbiotic relationship with Bradyrhizobium japonicum bacteria and is essential for economical soybean production. An article written by the Science for Success group (A national team of soybean agronomist) published an article on the Soybean Research & Information Network website stating that nitrogen fixation can account for 40 to 70% of the nitrogen requirement for soybean.
Read MoreThe bacteria that is responsible for nitrogen fixation in soybean is Bradyrhizobium japonicum. If a field has never been planted to soybean, it is likely the seed will need to be inoculated. The bacteria can survive many years until the next soybean crop, but the common recommendation is to inoculate seed if soybean has not been planted for 3 to 5 years. However, research has indicated that an increase in yield is possible if seed is inoculated in a regular soybean rotation.
Read MoreOptimum soybean planting windows differ among the Northeast, Central, and Southwest regions of Louisiana
Optimum soybean planting windows differ among the Northeast, Central, and Southwest regions of Louisiana
Depending on maturity group, the planting window to achieve at least 95% of yield potential in the Central region ranged from March 21 through May 16, with predicted peak yield dates occurring between April 12 and May 1.
Read MoreSoybean cyst nematode (SCN) isn’t the only nematode species threatening soybean production today. To help soybean farmers stay ahead of emerging nematode threats, The SCN Coalition has expanded its educational outreach to create the Soybean Nematode Management Guides, providing practical tools and science-based strategies to identify and manage four yield-robbing, parasitic nematode species.
Read MoreFor 35 years, U.S. soybean farmers have invested together with a singular purpose: to build a stronger, more resilient future for U.S. Soy. Through the Soy Checkoff, those collective investments across food, feed, fuel, industrial, exports and sustainable production, have transformed the soybean industry. It’s created entirely new categories for demand and advanced production—delivering measurable results back to the farm.
Read MoreBrazil's rise as a dominant force in global soybean markets has become a central concern for U.S. producers. In the January 2026 Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer survey, 44% of U.S. farmers indicated they were "very concerned" and 36% reported being "concerned" about the competitiveness of U.S. soybean exports relative to Brazil
Read MoreToday, USDA released the Grains and Oilseeds Outlook for the 2026/2027 crop year. The outlook pegged U.S. soybean acres higher year-over-year and corn and wheat acres lower. The outlook assumed normal weather conditions for the planting and growing seasons.
Read MoreCorn and soybean prices have trended down for more than three years, squeezing margins. As preparations for the 2026 crop begin, are farmers looking at another tight year? Experts indicate most likely yes. What about the year after that and beyond? Maybe.
Read MoreFriday, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established the strongest protections in agency history for over-the-top (OTT) dicamba application on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybean crops. This decision responds directly to the strong advocacy of America's cotton and soybean farmers, particularly growers across the Cotton Belt, who have been clear and consistent about the critical challenges they face without access to this tool for controlling resistant weeds in their growing crops
Read MoreThe soybean markets moved higher after President Trump posted on social media China might more buy more ag products, including 20 million tons of soybeans in the current marketing year.
Read MorePrivate analysts raised forecasts for Brazil’s soybean crop as harvesting gained momentum and weather conditions remained largely favorable across major producing regions. Brazil is already the world’s largest soybean exporter. Reuters reported that consultancy StoneX increased its production estimate, citing strong yields in central and northern growing areas. Celeres also raised its outlook, pointing to improved field results despite isolated weather issues. According to Agriculture.com, the larger crop is expected to pressure global soybean prices and intensify competition with U.S. exports later this year. Traders say Brazil’s expanding supply could reshape trade flows, particularly to China, the world’s top soybean buyer.
Read MoreBloomberg's Hallie Gu reported that "China, the world's largest soybean importer, has ramped up orders for Brazilian cargoes of the oilseed after meeting an initial shipment volume from the US as part of a trade truce with Washington."
Read MoreChina has moved to diversify its sources of grains in recent years and has shifted to buying more Brazilian soybeans.
Read MoreChina has bought about 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans, fulfilling a U.S.-stated pledge to purchase that volume by the end of February, three traders told Reuters on Tuesday, after a late-October trade truce spurred buying.
Read MoreLouisiana State University AgCenter entomologists are focusing on several fronts to protect soybean plants from insect pests, thanks to support from the Louisiana Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board.
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