Eleven students from across Arkansas earned top honors in the 2026 Soybean Science Challenge, sponsored by the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board and the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service. “The Soybean Science Challenge gives students insight into key issues affecting crop outcomes and understanding of sustainable agricultural practices,” said Brad Doyle, a soybean producer from Poinsett County and ASPB board chairman. This year, SSC received 46 entries at Arkansas regional science fairs, with 13 projects advancing to the Arkansas State Science and Engineering Fair at the University of Central Arkansas, where winners were recognized in April. “The work these students put into the Soybean Science Challenge has an impact on soybean farmers and producers across the state,” said Julie Robinson, Soybean Science Challenge administrator. High school students received $400 awards at regional science fairs, with state winners earning $1,000 for first place, $500 for second place and $250 for honorable mention.