Weekly Radio Report

Jason Penke, a farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board district director from Craig, shares key takeaways from last week’s USSEC Americas Cooperators Conference, where global soy trade and partnership opportunities were in focus.

Dr. Mark Messina, Director of Nutrition Science and Research for SNI Global, highlights the science-backed benefits of seed oils, debunking misinformation and emphasizing their role in health. He urges consumers and farmers to rely on peer-reviewed research rather than viral claims when making dietary choices.

Eugene Goering, a farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board district director from Columbus, shares his reflections from the Norfolk Crush Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony held on May 29. He highlights the excitement surrounding the new facility and what it means for soybean farmers and the future of value-added processing in Nebraska.

Eric Lawson with MEG Corp wraps up Renewable Fuels Month in Nebraska by highlighting how biodiesel supports farmers and provides a cleaner, reliable fuel option for diesel fleets across the state.

Heather Buechter, Director of Communications with Clean Fuels Alliance America, discusses a new report funded in part by the Nebraska Soybean Board that highlights the positive impact renewable fuels have on the U.S. economy and the vital role Nebraska soybean farmers play in supporting this industry.

Kurtis Harms, Director of the Nebraska LEAD program, joins us with an update on the program’s current initiatives and future plans. He shares insights into how LEAD continues to develop agricultural leaders and foster growth in Nebraska's rural communities.

Anne Meis, farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board district director from Elgin, talks about her recent trip to India as part of the Soy Excellence Centers initiative. She shares her experiences working with international partners and how the trip helped to expand global markets for Nebraska soybeans.

Jay Hanson, farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board district director from Mead, attended last week's Nebraska FFA Convention. He discusses his experience at the event, the importance of supporting FFA and how the Nebraska Soybean Board continues to engage with the next generation of agricultural leaders.

The University of Nebraska at Lincoln's Adam Leise discusses the upcoming Nebraska On-Farm Research Results Update Meetings, which are scheduled to take place at various locations across the state. Meetings are taking place in York, Columbus, Mead, Kearney, Alliance and Beatrice this year.