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USB Budget Approved

Published July 16, 2021

The United Soybean Board has approved a $78 million budget and 181 new checkoff-funded projects for 2022. Priorities include an expansion of the high oleic and low linolenic soybean oil market. The Soybean Chckoff is committed to sustainability and transparency,…
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Soybean Checkoff Develops Consumer Trait

Published June 3, 2021

A non-GMO soybean variety containing high oleic trait technology is being grown on 40,000 acres across 14 states this year. That includes limited acreage in Minnesota. Production is expected to expand into the Dakotas next year. SOYLEIC was developed with…
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Awards Presented in Soy Innovation Challenge

Published March 4, 2021

A company called Regrow won the $100,000 Soy Innovation Challenge grand prize. This company provide full crop cycle analytics for sustainable and profitable agriculture. The award recognizes innovation and ag technologies and is organized by the United Soybean Board, the…
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Open Spot on the USB Board

Published March 2, 2021

The North Dakota soybean checkoff board is now seeking to fill an open director position on the United Soybean Board. North Dakota Soybean Council Executive Director Stephanie Sinner outlines the commitment necessary for this board. "The board meets four times…
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engAGe: Leading Through Tough Times

Published September 14, 2020

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…
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Soy-Based Sandals Donated During COVID-19

Published June 26, 2020

A Georgia-based shoe company, Okabashi, will be donating up to 10,000 pairs of soy-based sandals to health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 5,000 pairs have been donated so far. "Soybean oil is a very special product," said…
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