Dry August results in average Illinois bean yields

Crystal Reed
Dec 20, 2025
Dec 20, 2025

soybean field — The University of Illinois soybean variety testing program saw variable yields this year due to lack of rain.
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The University of Illinois soybean variety testing program saw variable yields this year due to lack of rain but minimal insect and disease pressure.

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