Jeff Jorgenson

The American Soybean Association honored Iowa farmer Jeff Jorgenson with its Outstanding State Volunteer Award during an awards celebration at the Commodity Classic trade show in Denver.

The Outstanding Volunteer Award recognizes the dedication and exemplary contributions of volunteers with at least three years of volunteer service in any area of their state association’s operation.

For well over a decade, Jorgenson has volunteered his time and talent as a farmer-leader within the Iowa Soybean Association, serving in multiple leadership roles, including president. He also served three years on ASA’s Board of Directors.

Jorgenson has been active in policy development, education, and building trade relationships. He is a strong supporter of trade missions, emphasizing the importance of face-to-face interactions to establish solid relationships and sell more Iowa and U.S.-grown soybeans to international buyers.

Jorgenson also represented Iowa soybean farmers on the state’s Flood Recovery Advisory Board and was instrumental in forming the Midwest Soybean Collaborative. He has been a consistent advocate for soybean-related policies at the state and national level, always keeping in mind the best interests of soybean farmers.

Colleagues note Jorgenson’s openness to seeking change when solving problems and challenges, in addition to his ability to develop achievable, forward-thinking policy solutions that benefit soybean growers and the Iowa Soybean Association.

Through his many years of volunteer service, Jorgenson has demonstrated his passion for serving farmers through policy advocacy, education, relationship building, and mentoring the next generation of soybean farmers.

ASA congratulates Jeff Jorgenson, winner of the 2025 ASA Outstanding State Volunteer Award!