This research centers on increasing the yield of soybean by breeding, releasing high-yielding germplasms and cultivars and expanding the genetic diversity of soybeans. The goal is to develop superior cultivars for Iowa farmers. They provide high yield and protection against biotic and abiotic factors to keep farmers competitive and profitable. This is achieved by searching, discovery and introgression of new resistance genes into adapted cultivars to protect the soybeans and their potential yield capacity. Trait focus includes yield, soybean cyst nematode, sudden death syndrome, Phytophthora root rot, brown stem rot, iron deficiency chlorosis and multi-disease and pest resistance. The release of these materials to seed companies and other public institutions contribute to soybean production.

Key Benefactors:
farmers, agronomists, Extension agents, soybean breeders, seed companies