MANKATO, Minn. — Minnesota’s 25,000 soybean farmers are always at top of mind for Drew Parsley, Minnesota
Parsley is fueled by learning about new markets and new uses for Minnesota soybeans, which translates to several more reasons to grow soybeans in Minnesota. “We can’t produce efficiently, effectively and profitably without understanding why someone wants our product,” Parsley says. “The checkoff helps us see that want, and invests in its growth.”
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