Soybean producers have many people supporting their goals for productivity and sustainability. Some of these folks they know and work with regularly. Others whom they may not know are working in their corner to improve soybean production and profitability. Researchers across the country are studying issues to improve yield potential and manage disease, pest and weed pressure with support from the soybean checkoff.
The Soybean Research & Information Network (SRIN) is a comprehensive resource that shares outcomes from these researchers and their projects. Through articles, videos, fact sheets and more, SRIN illustrates how farmer soybean checkoff dollars are being invested in production and applied research on their behalf.
The SRIN website features articles about the latest research projects, presented in a practical, user-friendly format tailored specifically for farmers. SRIN encompasses information on research being conducted in all the soybean-growing states. The articles are organized by state and region, but farmers are encouraged to also read about projects in adjacent states — as diseases, weeds and pests don’t comply with state boundaries. Other articles cover topics of interest such as developments in technology that aren’t location-specific.
Farmers can find guides and decision-making tools to improve crop productivity as well as tips and photos to help identify diseases, pests and weeds. Crop management resources include information about cover crops, variety selection, maturity groups, irrigation and more. Resources on SRIN can be searched by topic so farmers can easily find answers to their questions.
For those who want to dig deeper into specific research results, many articles are linked to projects in the National Soybean Checkoff Research Database, which is a central storehouse for checkoff-funded research projects. The database houses progress and annual reports organized by state and year.
Collaboration with Other Soybean Partners
Visitors to SRIN can subscribe to the monthly Crop Research Alliance e-newsletter, which contains news about soybean checkoff research along with information from collaborators including Crop-protection Network, Science for Success and Getting Rid of Weeds (GROW). The newsletter is one example of how SRIN is working with other soybean groups to provide farmers with important information that can affect their productivity. The SRIN site includes information from these collaborative partners as well as the SCN Coalition and Soy Aquaculture Alliance, so resources and links can be found in one convenient location.
Research projects conducted by region are also included on the SRIN site. The North Central Soybean Research Program (NCSRP) is a leader in collaborative research efforts in support of the soybean industry. The NCSRP is comprised of 13 states, including Missouri, where the highest amounts of soybeans in the United States are produced. The program annually invests checkoff dollars into university and extension research through multi-state and multi-disciplinary projects — bringing together scientists and researchers on issues affecting farmers across the north central region. NCSRP research includes topics that enhance soybean productivity, quality and sustainability; while also investigating innovative farming practices, developing disease-resistant soybean varieties, optimizing crop management techniques, weed management and more. The SRIN site is a joint effort of NCSRP and the United Soybean Board.
Farmers face production challenges at every turn. Pests and diseases can wreak havoc on crops and jeopardize yields. Finding information to improve farmer productivity and profitability can be found at one convenient stop: the Soybean Research & Information Network.
Ways to Engage with SRIN
- Search for articles by state by the drop-down list at the top of the home page.
- Choose a specific topic from the list of diseases and pests, agronomics and other resources.
- Read #Soysnippets, which contains brief insights, links to articles and videos on a new topic each month.
- Follow SRIN on Facebook and X.
