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MSA Secures State Tax Relief for Federal Disaster Payments
The Missouri Soybean Association (MSA) has secured an important win for Missouri farmers by successfully advocating for certain federal agricultural…
Missouri Soybeans Help Build New Market in Cambodia
Strategic Investments Support Emerging Dairy and Feed Demand for U.S. Soy Missouri Soybeans is celebrating a major success in international…
Managing Insect Pressure in Missouri Soybeans
Soybeans are a vital crop in Missouri, playing a significant role in the state’s economy. But like any major crop,…
EPA Opens Core Mapping for Endangered and Threatened Species
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a significant step toward protecting endangered and threatened (“ESA-listed”) species by…
An Update on ESA: Pesticide App for Label Mitigations
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a mobile-friendly calculator designed to help pesticide applicators determine and document Endangered…
Soybeans and the China Market: Preserving a Critical Relationship
For decades, China has been a cornerstone of U.S. soybean demand—driving farm profitability, shaping rural economies and strengthening U.S. influence abroad. As trade dynamics evolve, preserving and growing this critical relationship remains a top priority for American farmers.
An Update on ESA: Pesticide Mitigation Menu
In past articles, I shared updates regarding the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and how the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has…
An Update on EPA’s Requirements for Pesticides and Endangered Species
In our last issue, I wrote an update about the new label requirements on herbicides, based on the Herbicide Strategy…
Making the Most of Contracts and Marketing Tools
Missouri soybean producers face volatile markets, but smart marketing tools can protect profits. Learn how forward contracts, futures, HTAs, basis contracts, and options each offer advantages depending on market conditions, risk tolerance and storage. Find the right mix for your farm strategy.
MSA Celebrates Legislative Wins for Missouri Agriculture in 2025
As the 2025 legislative session concludes, the Missouri Soybean Association (MSA) is celebrating a series of hard-earned victories for Missouri…