MSA POLICY EFFORTS
Explore legislative efforts supported by MSA
The Missouri Soybean Association’s advocacy approach is straightforward: Protect Missouri soybean growers’ interests in Jefferson City and in Washington D.C.
Policy Priorities
You need to be on your farm. So we’re in the places where policy decisions that affect you are made. We follow policy at the local, state and national level and make sure Missouri soybean farmers’ voices are heard.
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Biodiesel Development and Commercialization
We hope to sustain and grow the 2,500 jobs brought to Missouri through our biodiesel industry by prioritizing locally-made biodiesel for use across Missouri.
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Grow Livestock Production in Missouri
Our efforts to grow livestock production and opportunities for livestock producers, as livestock are the number one user of soybean meal in Missouri
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Transportation Infrastructure - Land, Rail and Water
Improve grain to market separated U.S. farmers from their competitors for generations. Increasing dedicated funding for our roadways and ports is important for keeping Missouri’s competitive advantage
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Soil Health and Resource Management
We need to increase adoption of voluntary practices that improve soil health and wise use of natural resources on the farm and raise awareness of the cutting-edge stewardship practices implemented by Missouri producers
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Farmer Profitability and Freedom to Operate
We must protect farmers economic sustainability and opportunity to make the best operating decisions for their farms
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Market Access – both Domestic and International
We work to encourage trade and the ability to remain competitive in the global marketplace for soy.
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You need to be on your farm. So we’re in the places where policy decisions that affect you are made. We follow policy at the local, state and national level and make sure Missouri soybean farmers’ voices are heard.
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