Tennessee Soybean

The soy checkoff is always looking for new board members. We encourage anyone who is interested to call our office (731-668-2850) for more information. For a better perspective of who represents our board, please watch the short video below. youtu.be/1vv2kuvyDzA

Happy National Farm Animals Day! 🐔🐖🐄 Tennessee soybeans are part of the nutritious food that livestock and poultry enjoy. This partnership between soybean farmers and livestock producers keeps our communities fed, and we‘re honored to be a part of it.

Your furniture may be comfy, but is it soy-comfy? 🛋️ Many companies now use soy-based foam in furniture cushions and mattresses to produce a more environmentally friendly product with the same comfort and durability consumers are used to.

Keep your hands free from germs and dryness when you use soy-based hand sanitizer. 🦠 These products are made with renewable soybean oil or other soy-derived ingredients to be gentle on your skin but tough on dirt.

April is a big month for farmers, from weather watching and planter setup to cover crop management; the list can go on. Check out the @SouthCoverCrops website for resources to help you on each step of your cover crop journey. 💻 SouthernCoverCrops.org

It’s almost that time of year! We hope you all have safe and successful planting seasons. 🚜

Researchers are enhancing the @CropNetwork's Crop Disease Forecasting tool to help farmers determine both whether and when to apply fungicides, improving accuracy and efficacy. 🦠 Learn more: bit.ly/3MBeVSr

Wow your taste buds with this Roasted Cauliflower, Butter Bean, and Edamame Salad recipe from the @SoyfoodsCouncil. 🥗 bit.ly/49g6OmR

It’s National Ag Day, and we want to thank all Tennessee soybean farmers whose hard work and dedication continue to keep our great state prosperous, competitive, and community-minded. From food and fuel to innovations beyond, we’re honored to call you our friends.

Has the spring cleaning bug bitten you? Keep your home soy fresh and soy clean with these eco-friendly, bio-based cleaning products! Check out some soy-based cleaning solutions at your favorite retailers! 🧹

#SoySnippets: Innovative @UTPlantSciences #SoyResearch discovered 7 hidden sources of genetic SCN resistance in soybeans to help manage SCN, thanks to @TennSoybean support. bit.ly/3UaG5Ql #USSoy

Happy National Biodiesel Day! Biodiesel provides benefits for our environment, economy, and bottom line. Swipe through for three quick facts about biodiesel. 📲 @CleanFuelsAA

Research allows us to stay ahead of the curve, and we’re glad to have strong relationships with scientists like Dr. Avat Shekoofa of @UTIAg, who enjoy their work and want to help farmers every season. Watch our interview with Dr. Shekoofa to learn more: bit.ly/3YB5iFQ

Try the @TakeActionWeeds Herbicide Classification Chart to help you sort through commercially available options quickly and efficiently this season. GROWiwm.org/take-action-cl…

Stay cozy with a bowl of savory, protein-rich Three Bean Chili! Try this recipe from the @SoyfoodsCouncil. 🫘 bit.ly/4qfKgIC

Agriculture is constantly innovating with new technologies to address a range of on-farm needs. Check out this video from @SoybeanScience1 for information on new planter technologies. 🎥 bit.ly/49hqtTs

The impact of soy can be felt everywhere, even underfoot! Carpets with soy-based backing are used in offices, homes, and some U.S. Air Force lodging facilities. It’s produced by replacing up to 90% of commonly used petroleum-based polymers with locally-grown, bio-based polymers.

What looks and feels like silk but is eco-friendly and biodegradable? Soybean fiber! Soybean fiber is made from soy protein and is known for its luxurious texture and glossy shine. Try it for your next elegant textile project!

Your nails are like ten little canvases, perfect for your creative masterpiece. 💅 Soy-based nail polish remover helps keep your nails moisturized, healthy, and ready for whatever is next! Look for it at your favorite retailers in-store or online.

Soy fabric, sometimes called “vegetable cashmere,” is made from soybean hulls, which are usually considered waste in food production. Soy fabric is often described as soft, easy to care for, and easy to dye. Give it a try for your next sewing project!

Take your fiber crafts to soaring soy heights with soy cotton, a yarn made from soybean fiber and cotton. This option is great for lightweight, breathable, and durable spring and summer creations. If you’ve tried it, tell us what you think in the comments!