For the past 100 years, the American Soybean Association has met the demands of a growing world. The American soybean farmer has a tremendous opportunity to answer the call of agricultural needs throughout the world, and ASA is the collective voice of more than half a million U.S. soybean producers. A primary focus of the ASA is policy development and implementation. Policy development starts with the farmer/members and culminates at an annual meeting of voting delegates. ASA is tasked with accomplishing the policy goals established by the farmers/members/delegates. ASA does this by testifying before Congress, lobbying Congress and the Administration, contacting members, and meeting with the media. This legislative process cannot happen without member input and support. VISION: ASA is recognized by the majority of U.S. soybean growers and industry for its vital role as their domestic and international policy advocate. ASA is clearly leading an expanding soybean value-chain, with farmers capturing a growing percentage. ASA's development of influential and effective grower leaders is recognized throughout the agriculture industry. MISSION: Increase market opportunities and value for U.S. soybean farmers. We achieve this through domestic and international policy advocacy, based on direction set by farmer members. Our efforts are guided by our commitment to produce food, feed and energy in an environmentally sustainable manner.
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Soy farmers covered the Hill and the Administration this week to advocate on critical issues, including the need for a new and improved farm bill in 2024, the economic importance of global markets like China, and farmer-friendly implementation of biofuels policies. Thanks to our farmers for sharing their voices to help US soy! https://lnkd.in/eU9M9ReN
This joint piece from ASA & National Corn Growers Association examines qualifying acres in the 40B Conservation Programs >> https://ow.ly/AZEK50SFZl5 #AgEcon #Conservation #Soybeans #Corn
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Sustainable aviation fuel and clean fuel production tax credits have the potential to benefit farmers while lowering America’s carbon emissions, but shortcomings in the provisions could put the benefits out of reach for many farmers in the U.S. Four groups, including the American Farm Bureau Federation, American Soybean Association, National Corn Growers Association and National Farmers Union (USA), today sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and U.S. Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young, asking them to ensure the Clean Fuel Production Credit (45Z) works for U.S. farmers. Learn more: https://ow.ly/7Aup50SEF1k #AgPolicy #Biofuels #SAF
ASA/WISHH Executive Director Gena Perry, ASA President Josh Gackle (ND), Exec Director of State & Industry Relations Melanie Fitzpatrick, VP Caleb Ragland (KY) & Exec Committee member Ronnie Russell (MO) joined United Soybean Board for its July Board Meeting last week in Baltimore, MD.
If you are passionate about farming, ready to grow your leadership skills and connect with agricultural industry leaders committed to creating a better future for farmers, Young Leaders is the program for you! Sponsors American Soybean Association and Corteva seek farmers to apply for the 2025 ASA Corteva Agriscience Young Leader Program. Learn more: https://ow.ly/2pmV50SBICU #USSOY #SoyLeaders
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I had the great honor to present at a recent conference in Nanjing, China on behalf of #USSOY. We also toured a layer farm, aquaculture research station, a feed mill and a soybean crushing facility. Thank you U.S. Soybean Export Council - USSEC for the opportunity and the educational experience. China is the largest importer of soybeans globally. We will keep promoting USSOY as the highest quality product available to their population.
In the latest Soybean Checkoff Check-In, Neal Bredehoeft, an eight-year USB director, explores SoyFoam, discussing its benefits and stressing the importance of diversifying non-food products derived from soybeans. Bredehoeft also leads USB's Innovation & Technology Priority Area Work Group and contributes as a member of the Value Alignment Committee. Watch here: https://ow.ly/yOQf50SAv3E
The American Soybean Association invites soybean farmers to attend a new event designed to help them evaluate the many conservation incentive programs available to them—and to connect with the organizations and ASA industry partners offering these opportunities. The ASA Farmer Forum: Building Your Conservation Program and Profit Potential will be August 26 at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, Iowa, the day before the annual Farm Progress Show. The ASA event will offer a deep dive into conservation programs, consumer perspectives and farm-level decision making. Conservation technicians and crop advisors from several organizations and companies will be available to answer questions and help farmers identify the best conservation program for their unique farm situations. These informational sessions will take place 1:00 - 5:45 p.m., followed by a reception from 5:45 - 7:30 p.m. All farmers who register by August 20 will receive a free one-day admission to the Farm Progress Show in nearby Boone, Iowa. The Farm Progress Show, Aug. 27-29, is one of the largest outdoor farm shows in the country, attracting thousands of attendees from more than 30 countries. Register here: https://ow.ly/eoiW50SzKo0 #USSOY #Conservation #FarmProgressShow