Weekly Radio Report

Chris Proctor, UNL Associate Extension Educator, provides an update on the TAPS (Testing Ag Performance Solutions) soybean competition, an innovative program that challenges producers to optimize their farming practices through data-driven decision-making.

Ruth Ready, farmer and outgoing Nebraska Soybean Board district director from Scribner recaps last week's NSB meeting and her time of service on the board.

Cami Wells, a UNL Extension Educator, recaps the 4-H Culinary Challenge that highlighted the versatility of soy at this year's Nebraska State Fair. The event brought together talented youth from across the state, who showcased their culinary skills by creating innovative dishes that incorporated soy-based ingredients.

Anne Meis, a farmer from Elgin and Nebraska Soybean Board district director, recaps this year's Soy Connext meeting, highlighting its success in connecting U.S. soybean producers with international buyers.

Eric Lawson with MEG Corp reviews his presentation at last week's Soybean Management Field Days, where he discussed the latest advancements in biodiesel and other clean fuels solutions that use soybean oil as a feedstock.

Doug Saathoff, a farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board district director from Trumbull, recaps the Soy Transportation Coalition board meeting, highlighting the $1.3 million investment and ceremonial check for soybean meal export expansion.

Blake Johnson, a farmer from Holdrege and Nebraska Soybean Board district director, invites growers and industry stakeholders to attend next week's Soybean Management Field Days.

Aaron Nygren, UNL Extension Educator talks about this year's Soybean Management Field Days and invites producers to attend with the new evening and day format.

Dr. Ahmit Jhala, from the Agronomy and Horticulture Department at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, shares an update on ongoing research funded by the Nebraska Soybean Board in the area of weed management.