This project had a dual focus: first, enhancing and updating the existing database, and second, architecting a new, all-encompassing solution. A pivotal question guided this effort: "What problem does the new all-inclusive database solve for us?" Collaboration with stakeholders expanded its scope, tackling challenges in information access, collaboration, and decision-making. Our holistic strategy involved setting clear objectives, advanced data modeling and ensuring scalability. Goals spanned data integrity, regulatory adherence, user training, and feedback mechanisms. This comprehensive, feature-rich database will optimize resource allocation, heighten awareness, and amplify soybean research impact across sectors, aligning seamlessly with organizational objectives.

The all-inclusive soybean research database, supported by the soy checkoff, greatly benefits farmers by integrating valuable insights from various sectors. Farmers gain access to research-backed information on plant production, food, feed, exports, biobased products, and fuel. This collaboration between the database and soy checkoff-supported research empowers farmers with data-driven strategies for crop management, market adaptation, and sustainable practices. The synergy between comprehensive research findings and accessible database functionalities enhances the overall impact, aiding farmers in making informed decisions that contribute to increased productivity, resource optimization, and resilience in the dynamic landscape of soybean cultivation.