During its annual meeting in Champaign, Ill., the Illinois Soybean Board (ISB) elected new leadership to drive progress in the state's agriculture industry. Ron Kindred, District 9, assumed the role of Chairman after serving as ISA Vice Chairman for two years. Kindred, an Atlanta, Ill., farmer alongside his wife and son, has a history of dedicated service to the ISA, having been a director for 13 years and holding various positions, including vice president, secretary, and legislative chairman.
In his new capacity, Kindred expressed enthusiasm in collaborating with other agricultural groups and expanding services for Illinois soybean farmers. He aims to boost soybean demand, advocate for the industry in Springfield and Washington D.C., and lead the organization through this pivotal time.
Other elected executive committee members include Vice-Chairman Brad Daugherty, Secretary Tim Scates, Treasurer Bryan Severs, and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Dwayne Anderson. Additionally, Steve Pitstick chairs the Government Relations Committee, Brian Atteberry oversees the Market Development Committee, and Brady Holst leads the Soybean Production committee.
ISA welcomed Heath Houck as District 13 director, succeeding Ed Murphy, to represent the interests of soybean producers. The board comprises 18 district directors and six at-large directors, collectively working to promote, advocate, and support the profitability of Illinois soybean farmers.
The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) checkoff and membership programs represent over 43,000 soybean farmers in the state. The checkoff funds market development, soybean production, and government relations efforts, while the membership program actively advocates for farmers' interests at various levels. ISA remains dedicated to ensuring the prosperity of Illinois soybean farmers now and for future generations through promotion, advocacy, research, and education.
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