Ruhland to Leave USB Post
The United Soybean Board will begin a search for a new CEO after its July board meeting. Polly Ruhland, who has been on the job for six years, will leave USB at the end of the year. Previously, Ruhland was…
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engAGe: Leading Through Tough Times
Three years ago, former Beef Checkoff CEO Polly Ruhland started a new job leading the United Soybean Board. Then, there were major trade disruptions, weather challenges and the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout these tough times, Ruhland adapted the way she leads…
Soy Checkoff Continues to Build Demand Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
The food supply chain is critical during the coronavirus pandemic. Pork producers are being challenged. "We're doing economic analysis on the impact right now," said Polly Ruhland, CEO, United Soybean Board. "Tyson announced they are going to close a plant…
Bridging the Gap Between Farmers and Consumers
From the view of United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland, innovation, sustainability and bridging the gap between farmers and consumers are all important to the future of agriculture. "Like all people, consumers are interested their own lives and what they…
USB is Working to Diversify the Soybean Portfolio
U.S. soybean farmers are facing multiple headwinds, including weather and trade difficulties. With these unique times, opportunities arise that might not otherwise arise. That was United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland’s message to over 200 farmer directors, staff and guests…
USB Strives to Thrive In Times of Tough Demand
According to United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland, the soybean checkoff continues to focus on building demand for the current large supply of soybeans. One way to build demand is exploring new markets. "India is a great example of a…
