Tanner Hento of Avon, S.D. has been selected to represent the South Dakota Soybean Association (SDSA) in the 2021-2022 American Soybean Association/ Corteva Agriscience Young Leader program.
3 Things to Know About Farm Transitions (Hint: It’s More Than Just Handing Over the Keys)
An overwhelming majority of farms in the U.S. are family-owned, and most of those operations are transferred from one generation to the next. But passing on the reins to a farm operation is far more complex than giving the keys for the old family sedan to your oldest child.
Soybeans on the Road
Sioux Falls officials have found an environmentally friendly way to extend the life of the city’s streets. South Dakota Soybean Research & Promotion Council (SDSRPC) Chairman Tim Ostrem says two soy-based products have been developed to help preserve street surfaces.
China and biofuels are growth markets for soybeans
Demand for U.S.-grown soybeans will heat up because of the volume needed by China and the biofuels industry, according to market experts analyzing projections from the USDA. Kevin McNew, Chief Economist for the Farmers Business Network, provided analysis for the recent United Soybean Board (USB) and U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) webinar on the November World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates. McNew was asked for his take on demand for U.S. soybeans exported to China given talk about Chinese crush margins being tight while there is also a belief that the Chinese might begin to stockpile commodities.
Checkoff tire donation has sheriff’s departments riding on soy
The South Dakota Soybean Checkoff is partnering with Goodyear Tire to donate soy-based tires to 50 South Dakota sheriff’s departments, as well as to the South Dakota Highway Patrol and other state agencies. The partnership underscores the tire company’s relationship with farmers and with first responders, according to Carly Bishop, government account manager for Goodyear Tire.
Web Series Profiles South Dakota Soybean Growers
A brand new web series, the South Dakota Soybean Checkoff Check-In, launched this month and is available to view online.
Soy-Based Possibilities
Most people can tell you about farmers’ role in feeding the world, but the possibilities South Dakota soybean growers are creating go far beyond food. Take a look at a sampling of the 1,000+ soy-based products in the market today and you’ll see a future filled with soy-based possibilities. This 30-second video will highlight emerging markets for soybean products and the role that South Dakota farmers play through the checkoff in advancing research and promotion.
South Dakota Checkoff Helping Farmers Detect Soybean Cyst Nematodes
South Dakota farmers have numerous allies when it comes to improving productivity and yield. Their retail agronomist, financial advisor, and grain hauler all play important roles in farmer success. Researchers and Extension experts are also in their corner, continuously searching for ways to increase yield and keep expenses down.
Porktober with SDPPC
October – or “Porktober” – is celebrated annually as National Pork Month. It is the time of year when hogs were traditionally marketed. Today, hogs are marketed throughout the year, but October is still a time for the industry to encourage consumers to see the benefit of adding pork to their diet.
Healthy Eating on the Go
Harvest is a busy time for the farm family and healthy eating becomes a challenge even for dietitians who are also family farmers. Just as farmers prepare and maintain all their equipment for harvest, farm families can prepare for and maintain healthy eating for optimal “operation” during this stressful time.