An Update on COVID-19 and your Missouri Soybean Organizations
Thank you for your understanding and support over the past few weeks, and as we move forward under the changing conditions surrounding COVID-19. It is a priority for our team to keep you up-to-date and to provide the service you expect of your Missouri Soybean Association, Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council and the Foundation for Soy … Continue reading An Update on COVID-19 and your Missouri Soybean Organizations
Missouri Soybean Farmer Magazine – April 2020 Issue
The Center for Soy Innovation takes center stage in the April 2020 issue of Missouri Soybean Farmer magazine following the March 5 grand opening celebration. The April issue also includes part two of the year-long series about managing weed pressure on the farm, a feature on northeastern Missouri farmer Doug Thomas, and an update on … Continue reading Missouri Soybean Farmer Magazine – April 2020 Issue
Missouri Soybean: Annual Research Report
The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council’s research report brings together soy checkoff-supported work in agronomy, new uses for soy and educational demonstrations. The annual report includes summaries of project results for completed and ongoing work, as well as overviews of newly funded projects – all focused on improving opportunities for soybean farmers. Click here to for … Continue reading Missouri Soybean: Annual Research Report
A note on COVID-19 and your Missouri Soybean organizations:
The Missouri Soybean Association and it’s partners within the Center for Soy Innovation in Jefferson City and at the Bay Farm Research Facility in Columbia, are continuing normal administrative operations. Large events and meetings are being postponed or moved to virtual platforms. All meetings, events and tours are being evaluated on a case-by-case basis. … Continue reading A note on COVID-19 and your Missouri Soybean organizations:
Missouri Soybean Opens Doors to New Center for Soy Innovation
The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council’s efforts to drive research and education for all things soy are starting 2020 by ‘leveling up’ through new opportunities through the new Center for Soy Innovation. Following its March 5 grand opening, the Center stands to connect developments in soybean innovation with farmers and industry partners, as well as the … Continue reading Missouri Soybean Opens Doors to New Center for Soy Innovation
Ronnie Russell of Richmond to Lead Missouri Soybean Association
Ray County soybean farmer Ronnie Russell was elected as the new president of the Missouri Soybean Association during the annual meeting in Jefferson City. Following his installation at the Commodity Classic conference, Russell leads Missouri’s statewide advocacy organization for soybean growers. “I look forward to bringing farmers together to strengthen the Missouri soybean industry,” Russell … Continue reading Ronnie Russell of Richmond to Lead Missouri Soybean Association
Missouri Soybean Association District Directors Election Results
The Missouri Soybean Association welcomes a new farmer-leader following this year’s district director elections. Kate Lambert, a farmer from Laclede, was elected to the Association’s board of directors during the District 2 meeting February 14 in Norborne. She joins her fellow board members in guiding the organization’s policy, advocacy and membership efforts. In addition to … Continue reading Missouri Soybean Association District Directors Election Results
Hermann Wine Trail Event Featuring Missouri Food and Farmers Returns
This spring, wine enthusiasts visiting Hermann will once again have the opportunity to meet the farmers behind their food and wine. Celebrating the best of what Missouri has to offer, tickets are now available for the third annual The Farmers’ Table Wine Trail event, hosted by Missouri CommonGround and the Hermann Wine Trail. Attendees will … Continue reading Hermann Wine Trail Event Featuring Missouri Food and Farmers Returns
Ready to Come Home
By Brandelyn Twellman What started as a high school student’s FFA Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) project evolved into a college graduate’s full-time job four years down the road. Ben Niendick said he never questioned whether he’d come back home to the family farm. “I always knew I wanted to come back,” he explained. “In FFA, … Continue reading Ready to Come Home
Yield Contest
By Brandelyn Twellman Flooding and excess moisture were common challenges faced by farmers participating in the Missouri Soybean Association’s yield contest in 2019. Despite the never-ending battle with Mother Nature and the constant adaptation required during the growing season, many high yields were posted across Missouri. The farmers who won the irrigated and non-irrigated categories … Continue reading Yield Contest