News Releases

Standing Up for the 2014 Farm Bill

March 5, 2015

The  American Soybean Association, National Corn Growers Association, National Association of Wheat Growers and National Sorghum Producers issued a joint statement regarding the 2014 Farm Bill on Friday, Feb. 27  at Commodity Classic, Phoenix, Arizona: “On behalf of ...

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ASA Points to Truck Weight Limit Study, Urges Congress to Include Increased Truck Capacity and Efficiency in 2015 Highway Bill

February 20, 2015

The American Soybean Association (ASA) is touting a research project released yesterday by the Soy Transportation Coalition (STC) that examines the effects of increasing truck weight limits on federal highways. The project, titled, “Heavier Semis: ...

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ASA Partners with PrecisionAg Institute for 2nd Big Data Workshop

February 19, 2015

ASA joined with the PrecisionAg Institute on Feb. 16, for a Big Data Workshop at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Columbus, Ohio.  The event attracted 200 farmers, industry suppliers, ag retailers, government agency officials and ...

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Soy Growers Discuss Regulatory Challenges, Stepping-Up Consumer Engagement at Annual NOPA Meeting

February 19, 2015

Leaders in the oilseed industry met this week to discuss key issues, including regulatory challenges and consumer education. ASA’s Executive Committee joined USB, USSEC and oilseed processor leaders for the annual National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA) ...

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Support Needed for Bipartisan House Resolution to Address West Coast Ports Slowdown

February 19, 2015

Congressmen introduced a House resolution last week, calling on the ILWU and PMA to conclude their negotiations as the work slowdown at ports along the west coast has a crippling effect on the nation’s farm ...

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