Mayer Joins Missouri Soybean Association Board of Directors
Jason Mayer, a farmer and seedsman from Stoddard County, is the newest member of the Missouri Soybean Association board of directors. Mayer fills the district 7 director seat previously held by Johnny Hunter. Hunter resigned the seat earlier this month and farmer Andrew Lance, of Barnard, led the Association’s Governance Committee through the selection process … Continue reading Mayer Joins Missouri Soybean Association Board of Directors
Ronnie Russell of Richmond Re-Elected to Lead Missouri Soybean Association
Ray County soybean farmer Ronnie Russell was elected president of the Missouri Soybean Association this morning, Jan. 25, in Jefferson City. This will be Russell’s second one-year term as the Association’s president, leading Missouri’s soybean policy, regulatory and outreach efforts on behalf of farmers across the state. “It is an honor to have the support … Continue reading Ronnie Russell of Richmond Re-Elected to Lead Missouri Soybean Association
Missouri’s 2020 Soybean Yield Contest Results
Two Missouri Farmers Top 100 bu/ac with their 2020 soybean harvest. Missouri soybean farmers brought impressive yields for the Missouri Soybean Association’s annual competition. Results from Missouri’s soybean yield contest are now finalized with the highest yields topping 100 bushels per acre. Contest winners in the irrigated and non-irrigated categories presented yields of 102.79 and … Continue reading Missouri’s 2020 Soybean Yield Contest Results
Foundation for Soy Innovation Awards 2020 Scholarships
Schreier, Canella Vieira Recognized for Work on Soy Solving problems facing farmers is a priority across Missouri, both in work funded by Missouri soybean farmers and their checkoff and in research conducted by passionate students and professionals. The Foundation for Soy Innovation empowers those working to further the soybean industry through an annual scholarship program. … Continue reading Foundation for Soy Innovation Awards 2020 Scholarships
Missouri’s Tim Gottman Elected to Soy Transportation Coalition Leadership
Soy Transportation Coalition elects officers, establishes 2021 agenda during annual meeting Ankeny, Iowa— The Soy Transportation Coalition (STC) elected its officers and established its strategy and agenda for 2021 during the organization’s annual meeting on November 30, 2020. Due to COVID related restrictions and challenges regarding in person gatherings, the annual meeting was conducted virtually. … Continue reading Missouri’s Tim Gottman Elected to Soy Transportation Coalition Leadership
Missouri Soybean Requesting Project Proposals Through November 1
Priority projects grow demand for soy and address challenges facing soybean producers. (Jefferson City, MO) — The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council is now accepting proposals for work to improve the future for soy beginning in 2021. All project plans should address opportunities for research, education or growing demand for soy, and directly impact Missouri soybean … Continue reading Missouri Soybean Requesting Project Proposals Through November 1
Missouri Soybean Association Endorses Schmitt for Attorney General
The Missouri Soybean Association, the statewide voice for soybean farmers in Jefferson City, announced today, August 31, its endorsement of Eric Schmitt for Missouri Attorney General. “Eric Schmitt is a tireless advocate for Missouri’s farmers and one of the leading state attorneys general on agriculture issues,” said Ronnie Russell, a farmer from Richmond and president … Continue reading Missouri Soybean Association Endorses Schmitt for Attorney General
New Leadership for Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council
A Carroll County soybean farmer has been selected by a group of his peers to lead the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council. Kyle Durham of Norborne, Mo. was named the organization’s chairman following a Monday evening vote by the board of directors. He began his term today, Tues., July 28. “The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council exists … Continue reading New Leadership for Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council
New Leadership for Biodiesel Coalition of Missouri
Jefferson City’s Matt Amick to lead education and development work as executive director. The Biodiesel Coalition of Missouri is moving into its third year with new leadership, naming Matt Amick of Jefferson City executive director. Amick, a well-known figure among those working with renewable fuels in Missouri, brings grassroots experience and strong relationships across industry, … Continue reading New Leadership for Biodiesel Coalition of Missouri
Missouri Soybean Farmers Offer Matching Funds for Biodiesel Infrastructure Development
Applicants may receive up to 25 percent of the required cash match for federal funding. Missouri soybean farmers are investing in the future for soy in Missouri through biodiesel with a new infrastructure grant program. A new commitment from the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council and Missouri Soybean Association provides up to $200,000 for businesses, cooperatives … Continue reading Missouri Soybean Farmers Offer Matching Funds for Biodiesel Infrastructure Development