Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge slated for its 16th year

Arkansas soybean producers are invited to enter the 16th annual Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge (GFTG), a competition offering cash prizes for top yields while highlighting innovation and production practices that benefit farmers statewide. Entries are open through Aug. 1.

GFTG is administered by the Arkansas Soybean Association (ASA) and funded by the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board (ASPB) with support from the University of Arkansas Extension Services (UADA). In addition to rewarding winners, the challenge gathers and shares production data to help growers adopt effective, yield-boosting practices.

“Grow for the Green continues to highlight the innovation and dedication of Arkansas soybean farmers while creating an opportunity to share valuable production insights across the industry,” said Brad Doyle, a soybean producer from Poinsett County and ASPB board chairman. “By learning from the practices used by top-yielding growers, farmers across the state can apply those lessons to strengthen their own operations and improve yields.”

Cash prizes are awarded to the top three producers in each division. First place receives $7,500, while second place receives $5,000. Third place: receives $2,500.