Kansas Soybean Stories

Winter Gathering reunites ELA graduates

Published January 25, 2023 by Amanda Manville

Seven classes of Kansas agriculture’s next-generation leaders have completed the Emerging Leaders Academy program of Kansas Soybean. During their participation, these leaders have been trained on soybean industry successes, challenges and messaging, managing consumer perceptions and sharing their own farming…

Emerging Leaders Class 7 completes second phase

Published January 25, 2023 by Amanda Manville

Two participants of the Emerging Leaders Academy’s seventh class completed the second phase of the program, which is a tour of agricultural and commodity-relevant companies in a selected region of the state. Luke Bellar, Mound Valley, and Erica Schlender, Halstead,…

Research explores soy’s place in pet food nutrition

Published December 24, 2022 by Josey Mestagh

Pet food nutrition research continues on how soybean meal is a key ingredient in their rations.

KSC welcomes new Research Consultant: Ed Anderson

Published October 22, 2022 by Josey Mestagh

Ed Anderson joins Kansas Soybean as a research consultant to oversee checkoff-funded projects improving the profitability of soybeans and more.

KSC pledges largest-ever investments to K-State Ag

Published October 22, 2022 by Josey Mestagh

Kansas Soybean Commission invests in K-State College of Agriculture as they start a project creating enhanced opportunities for students and professional relationships.

International efforts share value of soy worldwide

Published September 17, 2022 by Josey Mestagh

Soybean checkoff at work through worldwide exports.

RMA double crop expansion progresses on track

Published September 17, 2022 by Josey Mestagh

Barriers laid down on double crop protection.

Soy gets $905M in climate-smart funds nationwide

Published September 17, 2022 by Josey Mestagh

Funding for a project emphasizing sustainably-produced grain and dairy commodities approved.

Rail companies, unions find middle ground

Published September 17, 2022 by Josey Mestagh

Potential railway strike causes panic to soybean farmers

Commissioners interact with int’l WISHH projects

Published August 20, 2022 by Josey Mestagh

Aquaculture in other countries uses U.S. soybean meal in their feed rations.