Trade Mission Uncovers New Soybean Opportunities

Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Executive Director Joe Smentek recently returned from a USDA-led trade mission to Hong Kong. Smentek said the trip showcased significant demand for food-grade soybeans and sustainable aviation fuel. Interest in sustainable aviation fuel was especially strong. Despite the optimism, Smentek noted ongoing concerns about misinformation from environmental groups. “Their hesitancy really came from environmental groups spreading myths about ethanol and spreading myths about using vegetable oils and agricultural feedstocks as not being as carbon friendly as they actually are.”