Volume I, Issue II

This Month's Corn and Soy Updates:

Save the Date: Annual Meeting

Join us in Santee on December 17 for the Annual Meeting of South Carolina Corn and Soybean Growers.

This event provides a valuable opportunity to engage with researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals, and to hear about research funded by the SC Corn and Soybean boards.

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Corn growers: use checkoff dollars for membership

Fill out the form below to reallocate a portion of your checkoff dollars toward SCCSA membership.

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Attention industry partners! We have updated our sponsorship options for 2025 to 2026.

Our industry partners give a strong voice to the farmers of our state and help guide the policy priorities set by both of these influential groups.

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SCCSA visits Washington, D.C. to advocate for SC farmers

Last week, board members met with our congressional and USDA leadership to discuss the current challenges facing farmers and opportunities to strengthen agriculture in South Carolina and nationwide.

Become a voice for South Carolina corn and soybean farmers by joining the South Carolina Corn and Soybean Association!

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National Updates

Congratulations to our 2025 Corteva Young Leader, Austin Eaddy!

Earlier this year, Austin Eaddy completed the three-phase Corteva Young Leaders program, gaining hands-on experience with ag innovation, leadership training, and policy advocacy. Highlights included visiting Corteva headquarters in Iowa, attending the Commodity Classic in Denver, and meeting with congressional offices in Washington, D.C

Corn Growers Score Win in Washington

The Make America Healthy Again Commission recently released a set of much-anticipated policy recommendations for addressing childhood chronic disease.

The recommendations are an improvement over the commission’s earlier report that had zeroed in on key pesticides.

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ASA President Reacts to September’s WASDE Report and ‘Dire’ Trade Deficit on Soy

September's WASDE report showed higher numbers of soybean production than previously estimated in the midst of trade uncertainty with China. In this video , ASA President Caleb Ragland warns growers about how this growing crisis might have a ripple effect on the markets.

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Upcoming Yield Contests

Palmetto Soybean Yield Contest: Do you produce high-yielding soybeans in South Carolina? Here's your chance to be recognized! Entries for the Palmetto Yield contest are due in December. Contact your county agent to participate.

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Brought to you by the South Carolina Corn & Soybean Boards

Free nematode sampling from Clemson Extension

Clemson Extension provides free nematode sampling for SC growers thanks to the SC Soybean and Corn Boards. Contact your local agent to request free nematode sampling on your farm.

Moisture meters available for interested growers

The SC Corn Board has purchased moisture meters for all county agents to test grain moisture and predict best time to harvest. Reach out to your local agent for details.

Figuring Out Ultra-Late Soybean Production Fit

Clemson research broke down elements of ultra-late soybean production to develop best practices and guidelines for farmers.

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Check out our new website!

We've launched an updated website for the South Carolina Soybean Board, South Carolina Corn Board, and South Carolina Corn & Soybean Association. The website is the go-to place to stay up to date on corn & soybean news and events.

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