The viability of the U.S. soybean industry, and the profitability of the American soybean farmer, is not only a function of abundant supply and increasing demand, it also is dependent upon having connectivity between supply and demand. America’s system of roads, bridges, highways, railroads, navigable waterways, and ports allows the production of soybean farmers to access customers around the world and has resulted in the U.S. soybean industry achieving the reputation of being the most… Read More

The Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) and Ohio Ag Equipment recently announced that Kevin Kruger of Allen County has won 50 hours with an MT600 Series Challenger tractor. This promotion allowed all new OSA members who signed up by September 18 to be entered in a drawing to win free hours with the tractor. Kevin’s name was randomly selected from the entries last week during the 2014 Farm Science Review in London, Ohio. “I joined OSA… Read More

The Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) Board of Trustees elected officers for 2014-2015 during the September board meeting. These executive committee positions include the offices of president, first vice president, vice president, treasurer and secretary. The immediate-past president continues to serve on the executive committee as chairman of the board. Additionally, the board elected one of three American Soybean Association (ASA) representatives and confirmed committee chairs. Individuals in these positions are responsible for the implementation of board policies and procedures, as well… Read More

GrowNextGen.org exists to equip Ohio’s science and agriscience teachers with tools and resources to connect agriculture and science in the classroom and to educate students about careers in science and agriculture. GrowNexGen’s teacher leaders hit the road this summer to help spread the word about the site and engage teachers and students directly in using the site’s resources. STEM-Art Integration: June 20th Pam Snyder, a GrowNextGen teacher leader and curriculum developer who teaches biology, genetics… Read More

Jane Hunt, an environmental science teacher at Upper Arlington High School, partnered with industry professionals and colleagues to educate her students on real-life applications to the agricultural industry and career possibilities for their future. Working with algebra teacher Erin Mayne, Hunt demonstrated how agriculture and mathematics can work together in a potential job scenario. Hunt invited a representative from Sherwin Williams Paint Company to educate students about the use of soy-based oil in paints. Mayne… Read More