Objectives

Use the successful 'Wheat 2000' program as a model for identifying research, education and communication needs unique to the soybean industry

Determine the production issues/challenges perceived by the producers, industry representatives and agribusiness

Identify key areas to conduct research and educational programs aimed at increasing grower profitability

Funding the needed research and conducting educational programs that address the needs as identified

Identify production practices utilized by soybean producers that consistently achieve high soybean yields

Compile and analyze the survey and research results and distribute this information to the soybean industry