The South Dakota Soybean Association (SDSA) represents member producers of all sizes, giving them all a strong voice in the formation of legislation and public policy that affects the long-term profitability of soybean producers and the industry as a whole. SDSA is funded in part by voluntary membership dues. SDSA is different from the South Dakota soybean checkoff because SDSA has the ability to advocate on behalf of legislation. By law, checkoff dollars cannot be used for advocacy. SDSA is governed by a board of directors elected by members. Our board includes representatives from seven districts plus at-large representatives. SDSA’s goal is to be highly responsive to our members, advocating for them at all levels of government.
MISSION STATEMENT: To improve the competitiveness and profitability of South Dakota soybean farmers through policy and education.
South Dakota Soybean Research & Promotion Council invests checkoff dollars in researching new production techniques, markets, and uses for soybeans that benefit South Dakota farmers. SDSRPC’s goal is to help South Dakota soybean farmers maintain their place among the most productive professionals in the world while helping develop new and increasingly profitable markets for their crops.
MISSION STATEMENT: To enhance opportunities for South Dakota soybean farmers by investing checkoff dollars into marketing, research, education, and promotional initiatives. We’re working together and growing together to give the next generation every advantage. The South Dakota Soybean Research & Promotion Council represents the soybean farmers of South Dakota. We’re joining forces to generate cutting-edge technologies, explore emerging global markets, and enhance the future for South Dakota soybean growers. Together, we’re generation soy.
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Winter Issue 2021
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