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Unified Industry Efforts Work… and MUST continue
by Debbie Borg, NSA President

The United States soybean industry is more productive when we are all “on the same page.” This is especially true in Washington, D.C., where a multitude of interests compete for Congress' attention – as well as here in Lincoln. Consider biodiesel, one of the American Soybean Association's (ASA) greatest success stories in recent years. Despite long odds, ASA, with industry support, was able to convince Congress to enact an historic biodiesel tax incentive, and then extend it. In Nebraska, we were able to encourage biodiesel production through tax credits.

Unified and Creative
A unified soybean industry made biodiesel legislation a priority and committed resources to the cause. Working together, we achieved success. And that must continue, all sectors of the industry working together to meet the growing needs of a hungry world.

As the heated debate between food versus fuel continues, the agricultural industry must get on the same page. Even though many exciting new markets are being developed overseas, soybean producers must remember that our number one customer is the livestock industry. I believe today is no different, with technology and the strong work ethic of the farmer, we can meet all the demands of food, fuel and fiber.

It's been said that creativity and ingenuity can solve almost anything, and when it comes to meeting the global soy demand, imaginations must also come into play; we must think 'outside the box'.

A cohesive agriculture industry will lead to success on all fronts. Have a great harvest and hope to see you at the Nebraska Ag Classic in Kearney.

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Nebraska Soybean Association

3815 Touzalin Ave., Suite 101
Lincoln, NE 68507
800-852-2326