Illinois doesn’t stand out on the global stage just because it is the number one soybean state in the nation. Illinois stands out for the unique advantages it, and its soybean farmers, offer.

Selling soybeans to buyers is more than just a handshake. It is a relationship that builds over time with the mutual understanding of the demand of the buyer and the need of the grower. The Illinois Soybean Association is continually working to increase relationships with international buyers to sell more Illinois soybeans.

In an effort to gauge farmer understanding and ultimately build relationships with international customers to impact farmer profitability, Illinois Soybean Association has just completed a trade & exports farmer survey.

Farmers and rural residents must engage with policymakers to push for these priorities and help raise awareness of the issues. Our collective voice is stronger and more likely to be heard.

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ISA Engages in Bridge Bundling to Maximize Infrastructure Improvements

As agriculture confronts the ongoing, dramatic challenges, the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) is engaging various partners about the importance of investment to strengthen that infrastructure. That includes the river system and waterways that move Illinois soybeans to export locations.

In Illinois, corn and soybean organizations are working together to build demand for crops the state’s farmers raise. One of the ways the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) checkoff program and Illinois Corn Marketing Board (ICMB) complement each other is through promoting poultry exports to Mexico. Both groups support the USA Poultry and Egg Export Council (USAPEEC).

Article by Phyllis Coulter at agupdate.com

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