Articles & Press Releases

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Tom Hoxmeier at 402-441-3240.

Jul 12, 2022

July 12, 2022

Wach Joins Nebraska Soybean Board as Demand and Utilization Coordinator

The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is pleased to announce the hiring of Wesley Wach as demand and utilization coordinator.   In his position, Wach will handle the development of the demand and utilization programs that NSB invests the checkoff into each year. The goal of those specific programs is to ensure that Nebraska soybeans are preferred as a food, feed, fuel and industrial input source. This role is integral in building and sustaining soybean demand while looking at new opportunities…

June 15, 2022

Nebraska Soybean Board to Meet

The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) will hold its next meeting on June 29-30, 2022 at the Divot’s Conference Center located at 4200 West Norfolk Avenue, Norfolk, Nebraska.   Among conducting regular board business, the Board will review FY23 proposals and other new opportunities. The meeting is open to the public and will provide an opportunity for public discussion. The complete agenda for the meeting is available for inspection on the Nebraska Soybean Board website at www.nebraskasoybeans.org…

May 12, 2022

May 12, 2022

Nebraska Soybean Board Hosts its First ASA/WISHH International Trade Team

What: Soyfood company leaders from Sri Lanka and Ghana will participate in the first Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB)-hosted trade team with the American Soybean Association’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (ASA/WISHH). To provide insight into the quality of U.S. soy and new ways to use soy, the four Asian and one West African food company representatives will tour NSB Chairman Doug Saathoff’s farm at Trumbull and an Ag Processing Inc. processing plant before participating…

May 2, 2022

NSB Accepting Applications for Research & Extension Coordinator

Description The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is a nonprofit organization based in Lincoln, Nebraska. The soybean checkoff program was created as a part of the 1990 Farm Bill in order to maximize profit opportunities for soybean farmers. NSB staff is tasked with carrying out projects passed by the nine members of the board in the areas of communications, domestic marketing, education, international marketing, and research. The mission of the Nebraska Soybean Board is growing value for Nebraska…

Apr 19, 2022

April 19, 2022

NSB Seeks Project Proposals for FY23 Funding Cycle

The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is now accepting proposals for FY23 which strategically align with these four initiative areas: Farmer Support, Production & Crop Research, Community Engagement and Demand & Utilization. The FY23 fiscal year starts October 1, 2022 and ends September 30, 2023. All project plans should address opportunities for education, research or growing demand for soy, and benefit all Nebraska soybean farmers. More details on the NSB proposal process, including…

April 1, 2022

NSB Accepting Applications for Demand & Utilization Coordinator

Description The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is a nonprofit organization based in Lincoln, Nebraska. The soybean checkoff program was created as a part of the 1990 Farm Bill in order to maximize profit opportunities for soybean farmers. NSB staff is tasked with carrying out projects passed by the nine members of the board in the areas of farmer support, production & crop research, community engagement and demand & utilization. NSB engages with the industry on behalf of Nebraska soybean…

Mar 29, 2022

March 29, 2022

Road Safety Campaign Aims To Keep Farmers Safe

Creative tools available to help farmers and farm-employees take to the road safely.   Aiding U.S. farmers in getting home safely to their families every night is a priority for your soy checkoff. While farming may be one of the most rewarding occupations, it’s also one of the most dangerous. With the support of the United Soybean Board and state soy organizations, including the Nebraska Soybean Board, the Maryland Soybean Board developed the Find Me Driving “Road Safety”…

March 16, 2022

Nebraska Soybean Board to Meet

The Nebraska Soybean Board will hold its next meeting on March 22-23, 2022 at the Embassy Suites located at 1040 P Street, Lincoln, Nebraska. Among conducting regular business, the Board will review FY23 research proposals and other new opportunities. The Board will also participate in strategic planning to create new goals and tactics for the upcoming years. The meeting is open to the public and will provide an opportunity for public discussion. The complete agenda for the meeting is available…