ABOUT MODERN AGRICULTURE

Farming is more complex than ever before

Today’s producers have more technology, data and information to use year-round to help their farms be more productive and sustainable.

Modern agriculture practices are a part of farming every day

Seed selection, planting, plant management, harvest — modern agriculture is prevalent in these practices all along the way.

Precision Agriculture

This management system is focused on using new technology and information to precisely align inputs with crop needs.

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Biotechnology

Using scientific tools and methods, including traditional breeding and genetic engineering, biotechnology enhances crops to have desired traits.

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Growing Season

Throughout the soybean growing season there are many practices farmers use to get the most out of each crop.

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Crop Nutrition and Soil Health

Making sure growing crops are getting the nutrients they need is an important part of farming. It all starts with healthy soil.

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Soybean Varieties

There are many considerations that go into selecting the right soybean variety — length of growing season, end users and potential pest and weed pressures, just to name a few.

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The Cost of Farming

Running a farming operation is an expensive venture – and farmers pay for it with more than just money.

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Sustainability

Sustainability is a pillar of soybean farming. Because of sustainable farming practices, soybean farmers have been able to farm productively for generations. Building on this productivity with best practices and new technologies helps farmers leave a lasting legacy, while cultivating a safe, abundant crop.

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Supporting research and innovation in the soybean industry

Missouri soybeans are a great, versatile product. But like the hardworking farmers we serve, we aren’t resting on that alone. Missouri Soybeans is dedicated to continual improvement of our product and industry.

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Stay up to date

We have a lot to share with you: the latest soybean research, legislative bills, agricultural trends and innovations that impact farming and much more.

March 22, 2023

Off To Market

With the leaves of the plants rustling around them, farmers often spend countless hours scouting beans and experiencing a unique sense of tranquility as they are lost between the endless rows of soybeans. However, for Brian and Jodi Pomerenke, the sales professionals turned farmers spend their weekends between the rows of urban farmers market stands instead.

February 23, 2023

Risky Business: Farm Safety Tips

Farming is an essential and demanding profession that provides food and resources to communities all over the country. However, it…

January 19, 2023

Soybean Processing Growth is Crushing it

The soybean processing industry intends to significantly grow over the next few years. This change will open up more domestic opportunities for soybean consumption. Soybeans are almost never used whole but are instead “crushed” to produce soybean meal and soybean oil.

December 18, 2022

Fueling the Tigers

To expand the visibility of biodiesel in Missouri, the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council is partnering with Mizzou Athletics.

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