American Soybean Magazine

American Soybean covers soybean news including people, policy developments, timely topics, advocacy efforts, and other subjects of interest and importance to U.S. soy.
Georgia Grower Alex Harrell Topples Soybean Yield World Record

Georgia Grower Alex Harrell Topples Soybean Yield World Record

March 26, 2024

By Jody Shee  When the scales tipped 206 bushels per acre of soybeans on Aug. 23, 2023, everything changed for Lee County, Georgia, farmer Alex Harrell. His official verified yield was 206.7997 bpa, which soundly ...

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ASA Farmers Find Fulfilling Side Gigs

ASA Farmers Find Fulfilling Side Gigs

August 28, 2023

By Jody Shee Amid the challenges of farming, some soy industry leaders find joy in side jobs and hobbies. These pursuits are not merely distractions but serve as a way to make a positive impact ...

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Programs Targeted at Young Farmers Offer Networking, Leadership Training

Programs Targeted at Young Farmers Offer Networking, Leadership Training

August 28, 2023

By Laura Smith Networking and learning are important in any business, but especially to young farmers starting their operations. Young farmers looking to build their knowledge, skills and farming businesses have several options thanks to ...

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ASA Advocacy Team Leaders Talk Policy Priorities for 2023

ASA Advocacy Team Leaders Talk Policy Priorities for 2023

May 12, 2023

By Randy Barrett Volunteer farmer representatives work year-round to represent the realities of growing soybeans to Washington policymakers. Those American Soybean Association board members—some 60 growers from throughout the soy states—are each assigned to one ...

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From the Field to the Hill

From the Field to the Hill

February 24, 2023

By Allison Jenkins In 2012, Justin Sherlock found himself immersed in the political scene of Washington, D.C. The then-25-year-old from a tiny North Dakota town had made his way inside the Beltway, working as executive ...

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