The ISRC welcomes Beck's and Peterson Genetics, Inc. as its newest industry partners. The companies provide financial support to the center and have representatives serving on the ISRC’s industry advisory council, which provides guidance on research funding priorities for the center. Beck’s and Peterson Genetics join representatives from AGCO, AMVAC, BASF, Bayer, Cornelius Seed, Corteva Agriscience, FMC, GDM, Innvictis/Simplot, Latham Seeds, Merschman Seeds, Syngenta and UPL.

"We are excited to collaborate with the Iowa Soybean Research Center and continue our long-standing dedication to helping Iowa soybean farmers succeed," said Scott Beck, president of Beck's. "We see the benefits of the soybean research that the ISRC is conducting and are thrilled to play a small role in helping improve soybean production and sustainability."

“Peterson Genetics is proud to partner with the Iowa Soybean Research Center, and we’re looking forward to contributing to the continued success of the soybean producers in Iowa and beyond. Providing superior soybean varieties to seed companies is what we do, and we are excited to be a part of the research projects and efforts of the ISRC,” said Mike Peterson, president and owner of Peterson Genetics.

“Beck’s Hybrids, founded and based in Indiana, is the largest family-owned retail seed company in the country, and they have a considerable role in serving Iowa soybean farmers. I am excited to have their company’s input and advice to help guide our center in making strategic investments in soybean production research here at Iowa State University,” said Greg Tylka, director of the Iowa Soybean Research Center and professor of plant pathology and microbiology at Iowa State. 

“I am also delighted to have Peterson Genetics join the Iowa Soybean Research Center as an industry partner. This Iowa-based company has been a leading provider of soybean germplasm for numerous seed companies for many decades. Peterson Genetics will be a valuable addition to the center’s Industry Advisory Council. Their perspectives will help ensure that the center continues to meet the research needs of Iowa soybean farmers,” said Tylka.

“We welcome Beck’s and Peterson Genetics’ support of the center and look forward to collaborating on innovative research to find ways to optimize productivity and sustainability for Iowa’s soybean farmers,” said Ed Anderson, senior director of research for the Iowa Soybean Association and chair of the Iowa Soybean Research Center’s Industry Advisory Council.