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ASA C.A.B. campaign: Call About Biodiesel
Since the biodiesel tax incentive expired on Dec. 31, biodiesel consumption has dramatically declined, facilities have closed, workers have lost their jobs, and surplus soybean oil stocks continue to increase. The American Soybean Association urges members to call senators and represent-atives, stressing that the biodiesel tax incentive extension must be enacted.
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Deadline for 2010 ACRE enrollment
is June 1
Producers have until June 1 to enroll in the Average Crop Revenue Election (ACRE) program for this year. Once enrolled, a farm stays in the program through the 2012 crop year. For an article about ACRE, click here. To listen to a Webcast recorded by Chad Hart, click here. For a handout to accompany the Webcast, click here. |
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Consumers would lose if egg farmers were forced to change
Iowa's egg farmers have come under attack lately by out-of-state interests who say egg farmers should be forced into specific production systems. Kevin Vinchattle, CEO of the Iowa Poultry Association/Iowa Egg Council, responded in a guest editorial in The Des Moines Register.
To learn more, click here.
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Biotech crops go before Supreme Court this week
The U.S. Supreme Court is considering genetically engineered crops for the first time, in a case that has divided conventional and organic farmers. The biotech industry and organizations representing conventional farmers argue that the case could stifle the development of biotech crop varieties.
To learn more, click here.
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April is Soyfoods Month
To commemorate Soyfoods Month, Soyfoods Council Executive Director Linda Funk has recorded a podcast about the many ways to incorporate soy into our everyday diet.
To listen, click here.
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Rippey teen leads campaign to help Haitians with soy
Between high school classes, sports, preparing for college exams and prom, Schyler Bardole is also organizing a May 8 dinner at the Grand Junction Presbyterian Church to benefit the World Soy Foundation’s work in Haiti.
To learn more, click here.
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Thanks from the FFA
ISA has received the following from Angela Fredericks, director of the FFA Enrichment Center: "Thank you for allowing the FFA Enrichment Center to showcase one of the soybean artworks from Soy on Parade. It looks very nice in the FFA Enrichment Center and adds character to the entrance of our large conference rooms. Pictured with the soybean are the new 2010-2011 Iowa FFA State Officers. The FFA Association and Foundation are very appreciative of ISA's continued support to our organizations."
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Sign up for more news from ISA
Beside the e-Gold, ISA's electronic newsletter options include: The Agri-Pulse, providing the latest farm policy news and information; The China Market Report, with news about our number one export market; and The South America News Bulletin, offering information on the soybean industry in Argentina and Brazil. Set up a user name and password at the membership link on www.membership.iasoybeans.com; then select the membership benefits you want to receive.
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