Soybean Innovation Lab

🌍SIL’s 2024 SMART Farm Summary: Lessons for Success in Tropical Soybean Production Learning something new is rarely easy. Just like dancing or building something, mastering soybean production requires practice and discipline. Since 2015, the SMART Farm system has served as a practical learning space, empowering 57 public and private organizations across 21 countries. These partners have supported over 80,000 farmers in planting 60,000 hectares of soybean, proving that Sub-Saharan Africa can meet the growing local demand for soybean while improving farmer livelihoods. 🌱 What do SMART Farms teach? ✅ How to maximize productivity when planting soybean. ✅ The best input to invest in with a limited budget. ✅ Solutions to protect fields from seasonal pests and diseases. The result? A clear roadmap for soybean commercialization in tropical regions. Explore the full summary to discover which input combinations are driving success for tropical soybean producers: [https://lnkd.in/dfrRTXgd] #SMARTFARMSummary #farmers #soybean #agronomics #practices #SIL #FTF #USAID

Transform Your Expertise with the Extrusion Essentials for Soybean Processors Course! Join us at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda, from February 19-21, 2025, for an immersive learning experience. Led by Mian Riaz, a globally recognized expert in extrusion, this course is tailored for human food applications and not animal feed. What you’ll gain: 🔹 The fundamentals of extrusion technology 🔹 Product innovation and development 🔹 Hands-on training with practical demonstrations 💡 Limited seats available—secure your spot now! 🎓 Scholarships are also available for early applicants 🔗 Click below to learn more and register today: [https://lnkd.in/dsxutiq9] #Course #ExtrusionTechnology #SoybeanProcessors #FoodInnovation #Africa #SIL #USAID #FTF #MakarereUniversity #AOCS #CNFA

Didn’t have a chance to join our webinar yesterday?    No problem! In this video, we’re sharing key feedback and insights from attendees who highlighted their main takeaways. Their perspectives offer valuable reflections that could inspire your own approach.   For those who missed the live session, the full recording is available here: https://lnkd.in/dfjmFhGZ #webinar #feedback #PestManagement #SoybeanRust #EarlyWarning #SentinelPlots #CropMonitoring #Africa #SIL #USAID #FTF

We are live! 🌐 Join us now for our insightful webinar on rust management. Don’t miss this chance to expand your knowledge and connect with skilled specialists. Click the link to join: https://lnkd.in/dfjmFhGZ #livestreaming #live #PestManagement #SoybeanRust #EarlyWarning #CropMonitoring #Africa #SIL #USAID #FTF

Harun Murithi, Disease and Pest Management Program Manager of the Soybean Innovation Lab and speaker at our upcoming webinar, invites you to a special event this Wednesday. WEBINAR: Know Your Enemy - Sentinel Plots as an Early Warning System for Rust Management. This webinar will cover the importance of sentinel plots for early detection of soybean rust, featuring expert insights on rust identification and effective management strategies. 🎙️ Speakers: Andrew Baluku, Harun Murithi, Edward Sikora, and Emerson M. Del Ponte. 📅 Date: November 6 🕒 Time: 7am CT, 8am CET, 10am BRT, 3pm CAT, 4pm EAT 🔗 Click the link to register: https://lnkd.in/dskexXDD Save the date and join us! We look forward to your presence! #SaveTheDate #Webinar #PestManagement #SoybeanRust #EarlyWarning #CropMonitoring #Africa #SIL #USAID #FTF

🌱Boost Your Soybean Rust Management Skills with Our Expert Webinar! Soybean rust is a serious threat, with potential yield losses of up to 80%. But with early detection, you can make proactive, informed decisions to protect your crops. Join our webinar: "Sentinel Plots - An Early Warning System for Rust Management," on November 6, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. CT. 🕗 👥Panel of Experts: • Harun Murithi - Soybean Innovation Lab (SIL), Kenya • Andrew Baluku - Asili Agriculture, Uganda • Edward Sikora - Auburn University, USA • Emerson M. Del Ponte - Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil 📚 Essential Insights: • Setting up sentinel plots for early detection • Recognizing the signs of rust early • Optimizing management strategies for better yield protection 🔗Registration is open! Don’t wait—secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/dskexXDD and prepare to learn from the leading experts in the field. Let’s work together to build resilient soybean fields across Africa and the world! 🌍 #webinar #diseaseandpest #manegement #rust #soybean #sentinelplots #earlywarningsystem #SIL #USAID #FTF

🌱 Upcoming Webinar Alert!   Soybean rust can be devastating, but early detection makes all the difference. Our next webinar, "Know your enemy: Sentinel plots as an early warning system for rust management," will dive into how sentinel plots help track outbreaks and guide timely fungicide applications to safeguard yield.   Topics we’ll cover: ·      Establishing sentinel plots for early detection ·      Recognizing rust symptoms early ·      Optimizing management strategies for disease control   🗓️ Save the date—November 6 at 8:00 AM CT!   Registration opens soon. Don’t miss out on this valuable learning opportunity for anyone in soybean cultivation! #webinar #diseaseandpest #manegement #rust #soybean #sentinelplots #earlywarningsystem #SIL #USAID #FTF

We’re proud to announce our participation in the 2024 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue, organized by the World Food Prize Foundation at the Iowa Events Center (IEC) in Des Moines, Iowa, from October 29-31. This year’s theme, “Seeds of Opportunity: Bridging Generations and Cultivating Diplomacy,” aligns with our focus on seed quality and mechanization. At our booth, you’ll learn how we’re enabling access to agricultural mechanization for African soybean producers through training and knowledge sharing that supports local innovation and the fabrication of appropriate equipment. We’ll also showcase a harvester machine and our full line-up of locally built equipment. If you’re attending, we look forward to connecting with you! Can’t attend in person? Register today for the virtual side event and help us plant the seeds for a better tomorrow! Register now: https://lnkd.in/g_FeAAJ For more information about the event, visit: https://lnkd.in/da5Aqm8t #FoodPrize24 #BorlaugDialogue #IEC #Seedsofopportunity #SeedQuality #SustainableAgriculture #SeedSupplyChainManagement #Mechanization #LocallyProduced #Equipments #SIL #USAID #FTF

Apply for the Research Specialist (Data Scientist) position at the Soybean Innovation Lab (SIL). As the data scientist, you'll conduct specialized research in soybean economic analysis within African environments, focusing on agricultural science, data analytics, and biotechnology. The ideal candidate will have experience in research related to breeding, enviromics, and genomics along with expertise in data analytics, programming, and data visualization tools. The candidate must also be able to work independently, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a strong ability to manage deadlines. Learn more and apply by clicking the link: https://lnkd.in/dJwxW2BY

Soybean Disease Watch for West Africa: Key Threats and Management Practices Effective disease management is critical to safeguarding yields with the soybean season underway in West African countries like Benin, Ghana, and Nigeria. Diseases such as soybean rust, red leaf blotch, and frogeye leaf spot pose significant risks to soybean production, with potential yield losses reaching up to 90%. In our latest bulletin, we cover the most important diseases and provide practical management advice to help farmers overcome these challenges. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dKMndmJ8 #soybeandisease #westafrica #management #rust #bulletin #advice #farmers #SIL #USAID #FTF