The Conservation Legacy Awards program showcases the farm management practices of U.S. soybean farmers that are both environmentally friendly and profitable.


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Tell us the story of conservation practices on your farm and you may gain recognition as a top conservationist. The Conservation Legacy Awards program showcases farm management practices of U.S. soybean producers that are both environmentally friendly and profitable. Applications are now being accepted for the 2013-2014 awards program.

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Winners from three regions (Midwest, Northeast and South) will each receive an expense paid trip for two to the Commodity Classic conference and trade show in San Antonio, Texas, February 27 – March 1, 2014. Also, videotaping will take place on the farms of regional winners to produce video features about the winning conservation practices. In addition, the regional winners will be featured in a special insert in Corn & Soybean Digest magazine.

All applications must be submitted online. Mailed applications WILL NOT be considered.

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Application Deadline is August 5, 2013.

Submission Directions:

1. Click on the application link and print out a blank copy of the application form so you can review the information needed and have time to prepare your answers and obtain the required attachments.

2. When you have your answers outlined and the attachments ready to submit, click on the application link and fill in the online application form. Attach the appropriate files and submit your application.

3. After you submit your application a confirmation will be e-mailed to you with a copy of the information you submitted.

Soybean Growers from Indiana, Kansas and Mississippi Win Conservation Awards

The American Soybean Association is pleased to announce the regional winners of the 2013 Conservation Legacy Awards program.

One of the three regional winners will also receive the National Conservation Legacy Award, to be announced on March 1, 2013, at the annual ASA Awards Banquet during Commodity Classic in Kissimmee, Fla. All three regional winners will be recognized at the awards banquet prior to announcing the national winner.

Midwest Region Winner
Gail Fuller
Emporia, Kan.

Gail Fuller approaches conservation on his Kansas farm with a heavy emphasis on soil health including continuous no-till, utilizing cover crops and maximizing microbes. He always looks for ways to reduce inputs. Fuller is working to rebuild the quail population and has added a livestock component to his farm.

Watch a VIDEO highlighting Gail Fuller's conservation efforts.

Northeast Region Winner
Roger Wenning
Greensburg, Ind.

Roger Wenning's conservation efforts on his Indiana farm include a commitment to soil health and no-till farming. He continually experiments with cover crops and evaluates for best results. Wenning has addressed drainage issues and made conservation buffers an integral part of his operation.

Watch a VIDEO highlighting Roger Wenning's conservation efforts.

South Region Winner
Jeremy Jack
Belzoni, Miss.

Jeremy Jack addresses conservation on his Mississippi farm first through water management, which then helps determine careful management of soil and nutrients. He utilizes one-pass tillage, input management practices and current technologies. Jack's farm is participating in a working-lands stewardship project.  

Watch a VIDEO highlighting Jeremy Jack's conservation efforts.