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Elevating the Risk Management Conversation

Published February 26, 2026

Risk management gets a lot of attention during policy development sessions at Commodity Classic. "The recent changes that the government's made, for example, a prevent plant buy-up, these are issues that are top of mind for our producers and ones that we…

A Sense of Urgency

Published February 25, 2026

Wheaton, Minnesota farmer Jamie Beyer is serving her one-year appointment to the American Soybean Association executive committee. The one-year timeline creates a sense of urgency. "The issues aren't new to anybody, yet it's amazing how many federal government policies touch you…

Trade Relationships Are Critical

Published February 25, 2026

According to Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Darin Johnson, trade must be a priority. "With soybeans, we're exporting over half of our crop; it is a huge market for us and we need to keep those relationships open." The U.S.-Mexico-Canada…

Young Farmers Are at Risk

Published February 25, 2026

Bob Worth represents the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association on the American Soybean Association board. Citing a tough farm economy, Worth said a rising number of foreclosures and mediation notices are happening in his state. "I lived those years in the…

MSGA Recognition Presented at Mankato Event

Published January 24, 2026

The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association honored Joel Schreurs, Tyler, as its Soy Advocate of the Year. Lincoln County is the organization’s County of the Year. House Agriculture Committee Co-Chair Paul Anderson and Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Aric Putnam each received…

Cooking Oil Decision Could Have Huge Domino Effect

Published October 15, 2025

President Trump’s social media post suggesting a boycott on Chinese cooking oil has major implications for the U.S. soybean industry. However, Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Executive Director Joe Smentek says it’s biofuels policy issue, not a trade issue. "What has been…

Trade Tops the Agenda for MSGA

Published August 6, 2025

Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Darin Johnson took part in a panel discussion at Farmfest about the importance of trade and export markets. "When we have 50 percent of our soybeans being exported, obviously, trade is first and foremost for…

Face-to-Face Meetings with Policymakers Pay Off

Published August 5, 2025

Farmfest serves as a connection point between farmers and lawmakers. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Vice President Ryan Mackenthun highlighted federal policy priorities. "We have some concerns about some of the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) report, with some of the…

Minnesota Soybean Farmers Take On DC

Published July 17, 2025

Strathcona farmer Jim Kukowski was part of a Minnesota Soybean Growers Association delegation in Washington, D.C., to advocate for action on the long-delayed farm bill. Kukowski, who serves on both the MSGA and the American Soybean Association boards, said the…

Trade Mission Uncovers New Soybean Opportunities

Published May 23, 2025

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.…

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Elevating the Risk Management Conversation

A Sense of Urgency

Trade Relationships Are Critical

Young Farmers Are at Risk

MSGA Recognition Presented at Mankato Event

Cooking Oil Decision Could Have Huge Domino Effect

Trade Tops the Agenda for MSGA

Face-to-Face Meetings with Policymakers Pay Off

Minnesota Soybean Farmers Take On DC

Trade Mission Uncovers New Soybean Opportunities

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