Conservation Legacy Awards

ASA’s annual Conservation Legacy Awards recognize farm management practices of U.S. soybean farmers that are both environmentally friendly and profitable. The awards shine a light on the most progressive farmers, those who have truly embraced consistent and effective conservation practices on their farms.

Alex Forsbach, 2026 National Conservation Legacy Award Winner

ASA accepts applications for the Conservation Legacy Award program annually to honor these achievements. Winners are selected from four regions – the Midwest, Upper Midwest, Northeast and South. One recipient is named National Conservation Legacy Award Winner.

Winners receive:

Expense paid trip for two to Commodity Classic
Recognition at the ASA Awards Celebration at Commodity Classic
A feature article on their farm promoted to agriculture media outlets
A video produced at their farm showcasing their unique conservation practices

The application period is now closed. Applications for the 2028 Conservation Legacy Awards will open in June 2027. We encourage you to apply next year!

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Doug Schilling at dschilling@soy.org or (314) 754-1379 or Michelle Hummel at mhummel@soy.org, (314) 754-1328.

Meet the 2026 Conservation Legacy Award Winners

Thank You to Our Sponsors

ASA appreciates the continued support of our industry partners who sponsor the ASA Conservation Legacy Awards program. These industry partners include Bayer, BASF, Valent USA, Nutrien and the United Soybean Board and the Soy Checkoff.