December 2025
December 1, 2025
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A barn nestles in the snow of Morey and Rhonda Hill's farm near Madrid. In this issue of the Iowa Soybean Review, we reflect on the opportunities in 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Photo by Joclyn Kuboushek.
Executive Insights: A season of faith and fortitude
When the trials of life become overwhelming, find strength and resilience in your faith.
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Rural Route 2: The twelve days of farm Christmas
Celebrating the joy of the Christmas season and the hard work Iowa's farm families put in every day of the year.
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U.S. soy finds steady ground in Japan
Japan's limited arable land and reliance on food imports make the country a value market for U.S. soybean farmers.
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Titan Tire partnership provides significant savings for ISA farmer members
ISA and Titan Tire are partnering to provide significant discounts on farm tires, an important asset to every farmer.
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ISU President reflects on legacy of serving Iowa agriculture
Wendy Wintersteen reflects on her career at Iowa State University following over 45 years of service to agriculture.
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A growth mindset can amplify checkoff funds
Through partnerships and grants, the Research Center for Farming Innovation amplifies the impact of checkoff research.
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Backing infrastructure to move more meal abroad
Soybean checkoff investments help improve infrastructure, increasing transportation efficiency and effectiveness.
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Steward of change
Tom Adam of Harper to focus on trade, strengthening agricultural policy and demand through new uses as ISA president.
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Iowa farmers turn 2025 lessons into 2026 decisions
Weather, SDS and southern rust defined 2025. Iowa farmers and an ISA agronomist share insights shaping smarter crop decisions for 2026.
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