Articles tagged under: Minnesota Soybean Growers Association
MN Soybean is Staying Engaged in Drainage Conversations
Published March 2, 2020
As of late, the regulatory environment seems to be challenging. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Jamie Beyer says there are always developments, but no major improvements. At Commodity Classic, the association followed a resolution addressing when federal agencies acquire land.…Bloomberg Tours Southern MN Farm
Published January 9, 2020
Presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg stopped at Darin Johnson’s farm near Wells, Minnesota on Wednesday. Johnson, secretary, Minnesota Soybean Growers Association, said the conversation centered on the issues impacting rural communities. "We discussed what we use broadband for on our farm.…MN Farmer “Cautiously Optimistic” On Phase One Trade Deal
Published December 13, 2019
Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Jamie Beyer is cautiously optimistic on the developing news of a phase one trade deal between the U.S. and China. "This has been a roller coaster negotiation in the past 1.5 years. We're hopeful, but…Positive Changes Ahead for MN Soybean Growers Association
Published July 18, 2019
Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Jamie Beyer is embracing her new leadership role. Beyer says the grower board is going through changes. "We're trying to become more family friendly for our board members and trying to offer opportunities for more…Beyer Elected as MN Soybean Growers President
Published June 24, 2019
Wheaton, Minnesota farmer Jamie Beyer is the newly elected president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association. Beyer is the third female president in MSGA's history. Mike Skaug of Beltrami was elected vice president. Mark Brown of St. James was named…Biodiesel Industry Rallies on Capitol Hill
Published June 14, 2019
A group of farmers representing the Minnesota soybean growers were on Capitol Hill this past week advocating for biodiesel. One ask is the extension of the biodiesel tax credit. Brewster, Minnesota farmer Ron Obermoller says while lawmakers are on the…MSGA Reacts to Trade Aid
Published May 23, 2019
With the new Market Facilitation Program payments, each county rate will be determined by the impact felt by the trade war. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Vice President Jamie Beyer, who farms at Wheaton, says this should benefit areas that depend…Tax Conformity Brings “A Sigh of Relief” for Farmers
Published April 29, 2019
The Minnesota legislature is in its final weeks of session. Legislation is needed to align the state tax code to address changes passed at the federal level. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Vice President Jamie Beyer says both chambers have included…Strong Support for Crookston Soybean Crush Plant
Published March 14, 2019
While it’s still in the very early stages of planning and fundraising, there is a feeling of optimism surrounding Epitome Energy’s plan to build a soybean crush in Crookston. Minnesota soybean farmer Mike Skaug had a feeling of support as…