As a longtime farmer leader, Callaway farmer Bill Zurn has seen for himself over more than a quarter-century of service how soy checkoff investments continue boosting farmer profitability. Prior to the 2024 harvest, Zurn discussed his operation and his excitement…
September 26, 2024
A delegation representing the Specialty Soya and Grains Alliance (SSGA) and U.S. Identity Preserved, including Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council (MSR&PC) Chair Tom Frisch, helped make history in September in Nepal. Not only did the team award a certificate…
September 26, 2024
A checkoff-centric Q&A with Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council (MSR&PC) Director Glen Groth. Read below to find out his thoughts on the Council’s Behind the Dollar initiative. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Q: Give us…
September 19, 2024
With equipment big and small scattered throughout the farm, it might be surprising to know one of the largest contributing factors to farmers’ safety. “Sometimes our biggest hazards are ourselves,” said Tom Frisch, chair of the Minnesota Soybean Research…
September 18, 2024
The annual Big Iron Farm and Construction Show in West Fargo, N.D., brings out the latest and greatest in agricultural advancements. From drones to combines to seed dealers, Big Iron is the perfect venue to kick tires and talk shop during…
September 12, 2024
A checkoff-centric Q&A with Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council (MSR&PC) Director Cole Trebesch, who served as chair from 2019-2021. Read below to find out his thoughts on the Council’s Behind the Dollar initiative. This interview has been edited…
September 11, 2024
Redundancy and resiliency: A pair of common terms used not only to describe a marriage between two people, but also a coupling of passionate ideas – in this case, funneled from multiple perspectives, all working to further optimize the St.…
September 5, 2024