BLOOMINGTON, ILL – March 17, 2021 – The Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG) presents a farmer-led panel conversation on the important policies, legislative discussions, and topics heard at the 2021 Commodity Classic event. Hosted by national farm broadcaster, Ken Root, panelists include ISG members, Ron Kindred, Brad Daugherty, and David Wessel.

“The Commodity Classic provides the perfect platform for the American Soybean Association and Illinois Soy Growers to come to together to prioritize and strategize around issues most important to Illinois farmers,” says farmer panelist and ISA Government Relations Committee Chair, Ron Kindred. “From COVID-19 response and global trade relations, to biodiesel and farm economy, Commodity Classic policy happenings cover the gamut of important legislative issues.”

Continues Kindred, “These are the conversations that matter most to our growers. From the statehouse to the farm gate, ISG remains committed to being informed, being at the table, and successfully representing Illinois farmers on issues that impact their production and the future of agriculture.”

Watch the 2021 Commodity Classic Panel Session in Review here:  https://youtu.be/CXNliNsbGRM

Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG) is a membership organization serving more than 43,000 Illinois soybean growers. ISG provides advocacy in Springfield and Washington, D.C., to promote the interests of Illinois soybean farmers and programs that enhance soybean production and demand. Voice for Soy, the online action center supported by ISG, allows growers to easily connect with legislators and regulators to advocate for Illinois agriculture. For more information about ISG, visit the website www.ilsoygrowers.com.

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For more information, contact:

Rachel Peabody
Director of Communications
Illinois Soybean Association
(217) 825-7654