Quarterly Updates from the North Carolina Soybean Producers

SOYBEAN SCENE August 2017

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OUTREACH PROGRAMS on the MOVE!

June 8 Salute to Agriculture Night at the Down East Wood Ducks, Kinston July 23-24 NCSPA Summer Board Meeting, Pinehurst July 26 Northeast Ag Expo, Elizabeth City Aug. 1 Blacklands Farm Managers Tour, Washington Cty. Aug. 5 Ag Day at Carolina Mudcats, Zebulon

2018 SPORTING CLAYS Challenge Winners NCSPA SCHOLARSHIP Recipients Announced KATHERINE’S CORNER: Weed Management Critical DR. Jim Dunphy RETIRES; Dr. Rachel Vann NAMED TO REPLACE HIM

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June 2018

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Laura Rogers and friends at Farm Animals Days at N.C. State

IN THIS ISSUE

The NCPSA outreach education program keeps a full calendar of events across the state to build positive perceptions of farmers and farming, as well as educate participants about soy. The spring is especially busy, with lots of events, many of those reaching children.

One of the most well-attended events of the year for education outreach is Farm Animal Days at N.C. State. Held at the Lake Wheeler Road Field Laboratory, it introduces children, mostly pre-school and elementary school age, to farm animals, farm equipment and agriculture. It is a popular event, this year hosting over 8,000 visitors.

Rogers educated kids about farmers and farming at two events at Marbles Kids Museum in downtown Raleigh, where the NCSPA also has an exhibit about modern agriculture. She was the “Guest Star Scientist” on Apr. 7, where 3,000 kids learned about

Baseball fans can answer N.C. soybean trivia and win great prizes all baseball season! The NCSPA is featured at games for the Carolina Mudcats in Zebulon, a Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. The Down East Wood Ducks in Kinston, a Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Texas Rangers will also feature fun contests highlighting N.C. soybeans. AgCarolina Farm Credit is a promotional partner too! The Wood Ducks will host a Salute to N.C. Ag Night on June 8 with special displays and highlights. On Aug. 5, the Mudcats will also feature N.C. ag products during special festivities.

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Michael and Renee’ McPherson with Rogers at Homegrown in the Park

the Science of Soybeans. At the “Future Me Fair” on Feb. 24, participants learned about farming too! Rogers, along with board member Michael McPherson and his wife Renee’, talked to nearly 1,000 people at Homegrown in the Park with the Alamance County Farm Bureau on Apr. 14.

HIT IT OUT OF THE PARK WITH NCSPA!

Baseball fans can answer N.C. soybean trivia and win great prizes all baseball season! The NCSPA is featured at games for the Carolina Mudcats in Zebulon, a Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. The Down East Wood Ducks in Kinston, a Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Texas Rangers will also feature fun contests highlighting N.C. soybeans. AgCarolina Farm Credit is a promotional partner too! The Wood Ducks will host a Salute to N.C. Ag Night on June 8 with special displays and highlights. On Aug. 5, the Mudcats will also feature N.C. ag products during special festivities.

Michael and Renee’ McPherson with Rogers at Homegrown in the Park

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2018 Sporting Clays Challenge

Soybean Scene is an official communication of the North Carolina Soybean Producers Association, Inc., the Qualified State Soybean Board designated by the United States Department of Agriculture to administer the soybean check-off program in North Carolina. One-half of check-off funds collected in the state are invested in research, market development and producer communications projects to benefit North Carolina soybean producers. The remaining one-half of funding is remitted to the United Soybean Board (USB), whose 73 farmer-directors oversee soybean check-off investments on the national level. Comments, questions, and change of address notifications are welcomed. Address correspondence to: Soybean Scene, 211 Six Forks Road, Suite 102, Raleigh, NC 27609, telephone 1-919-839-5700 or fax 919-839-5775. Email ncsoy@ncsoy.org Visit online at www.ncsoy.org

President John Fleming (Scotland Neck) Vice President Jeff Tyson (Nashville) Secretary David Heath (Dover) Treasurer Jeff Peed (Aurora) USB Director Jacob Parker (Columbia) USB Director Derek Potter (Grantsboro) ASA Director Jimmy Thomas (Timberlake)

Reggie Baker, Monroe Mart Benson, Pantego Angela Berben, Pantego Andy Bland, Dover Isaac Boerema , Pantego Ray Bullard, Stedman Jessica Burgess, Eure Bert Dixon, Maury Sydney Edwards Dunn, Edenton Curtis Furr, Albemarle Gary Hendrix, Raeford Lance Herndon, Parkton Chris Hester, Bladenboro Bob Hyman, Oak City Aaron Kirk, Hillsborough Trey Liverman, Columbia Greg Manning, Nashville Kevin Matthews, East Bend Dan McDuffie, Lake Waccamaw Michael McPherson, Mebane Brett Medlin, Indian Trail Ben Moses Jr., Conway Christopher Naylor, Clinton Cody Paul, Bayboro Shane Revelle, Murfreesboro Craig Seaman, Manson Christopher Seymour, Kinston Philip Sloop, Mt. Ulla Jason Starnes, Salisbury Reggie Strickland, Mt. Olive Simmy Williams, Shiloh STAFF:

Jeff Jennings, CEO Ashley Thomas, Operations & Member Relations Manager Laura Rogers, Outreach Coordinator Beth Holleman, Accounts Manager Katherine Drake Stowe, Research Coordinator Karen Wing, Communications Consultant Greg Marvin, Compliance Auditor

Recipients of the 2018 North Carolina Soybean Research Scholarships have been named. The scholarships are awarded annually to N.C. State University students majoring in agriculture or related fields. To qualify, students must demonstrate how their studies and work experiences will impact soybean production and/or research in their future careers. The winners receive one-time scholarships from $2,500 to $5,000. Those earning scholarships are:

Tristan Morris, Halifax Cty., will be a senior majoring in Plant and Soil Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Biological Sciences.

Collin D. Blalock, Wilson Cty., will be a junior majoring in Horticulture Science and Crop Science in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Makala J. Humphrey, Lenoir Cty., will be a junior majoring in Plant and Soil Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Jonathan D. Hardee, Johnston Cty., will be a junior majoring in Plant and Soil Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Charles E. Parker III, Duplin Cty., is a student in the Agricultural Institute majoring in Field Crops Technology.

John G. Ferebee, Currituck Cty., is a student in the Agricultural Institute majoring in General Agriculture.

The association is proud to provide scholarships to deserving students interested in careers in the soybean industry and looks forward to seeing the positive impact they will have on soybean farming and agriculture.

2018 Sporting Clays Challenge winning team, Strickland #1

NCSPA Scholarship Recipients for 2018-2019

The NC SoyPAC held its annual SportingClays Challenge Fri., Mar. 23, 2018. Nearly70 participants enjoyed two rounds ofshooting and a great steak dinner. Theevent is an annual fundraiser which enablesthe organization to support elected offi cialswho show support for agricultural policiesthat protect farm rights, grow markets andenact policies that support farmers.

Heyward Owens from the CoastalAgrobusiness team fi nished as the topshooter with a score of 86 and was followedclosely by a score of 85 from Phil Gregory.The winning team of shooters wasStrickland #1, with a score of 320! Team members included Phil Gregory, DavidLesley, Brian Demonte & Dan Christopherson. Team McPherson came in second at282, with team members Mike Pittard, Drew Pittard, Mickey Smith and LonnieCampbell. The NCSPA congratulates the winners for a great day of shooting!

Sponsors for the 2018 Challenge were Asgrow, Coastal Agrobusiness, TriangleChemical and Pioneer. The NCSPA gratefully recognizes their support, whichhelped create a fun-fi lled day for everyone! A special thanks also goes to Bayer,Quality Equipment and East Coast Equipment for their donations to the event raffl eand support of the day! Of course, thanks to everyone who participated in the eventand supported the NC SoyPAC. Information will be available in early 2019 about thetournament for next year!

Katherine’s Corner Weed Management Critical for Today & the Future

Know Your Enemy To gain an advantage in the fight against weeds, it is important to first know what you’re fighting. This means scouting fields to understand which weed populations and species are present. With this information, a treatment plan can be formulated, which herbicides to use determined and rotating chemical modes of action ensured. Maximize Residuals There are limited POST control options in soybeans, so selecting residuals that cover a broad spectrum of weeds and extending them as late into the season as possible is a critical component to a weed management system. Think Small The sooner weeds are treated after they emerge, the greater the chances they can be killed and the lower the chance they will go to seed to cause problems for years to come. Stay vigilant while soybeans are in the early vegetative stages of growth to keep on top of weed control. POST applications should be made in a timely manner, before weeds reach four inches tall.

Affordable weed control is one of the biggest challenges in soybean production and weeds are one of the most significant threats to crop production across North Carolina. A recent study conducted by N.C. State University’s Dr. Wes Everman and colleagues estimated a 47% loss in soybean yields if weeds are not controlled. That results in over $240 million in losses to N.C. growers. In tough financial times, it is easy to skimp on weed control but it is best not to be tempted to let weeds slide. In order to have a successful 2018, and 2019, 2020 and future years, everyone must commit to fighting weeds.

Read & Follow Directions Any grower using the Xtend system in 2018, must commit to understanding and following the label directions. There are no shortcuts. These technologies are needed, but will only be allowed if off-target drift can be minimized. This is a make or break year for the technology. If drift remains an issue in 2018 to the extent it was in 2017, the EPA will very likely not renew the label. Weed control is critical to help prevent the spread of new resistance and continue to fight glyphosate-resistant weeds. If the herbicides now available are not protected, POST options for weed management will become non-existent. In order to continue to successfully grow soybeans in N.C. for years to come, a commitment must be made to proper weed management practices now. Dr. Katherine Stowe, Research Coordinator

Weed management is a long-term investment that results in better weed control, higher yields and increased revenues. A recent economic modeling study supported by the Weed Science Society of America found that managing herbicide-resistant weeds resulted in long-term profit increases of 14 – 17% over a 20-year period.

Proper weed control is one of the most important components of a soybean production program. Without weed control, other management decisions have little impact.

Dr. Jim Dunphy, professor of crop science and soybean extension specialist at N.C. State University, retired on Apr. 30. For over 43 years, Dunphy helped North Carolina soybean growers do their jobs better and he leaves a legacy of improvements to the soy industry here and throughout the U.S.

Dunphy was recognized at Commodity Classic with the 2017 American Soybean Association (ASA) Pinnacle Award, given to individuals who have demonstrated the highest level of contribution and long-term leadership within the soybean family and industry.

Dr. Dunphy leaves the soybean industry in N.C. with yields that are 52.5% higher than when he started in the role, just one measure of the profound impact he had. The NCSPA wishes Dr. Dunphy well as he enters retirement!

Dr. Jim Dunphy, N.C. State Soybean Extension Specialist, Retires; Dr. Rachel Vann to Fill Role

NCSPA Corporate Partner Program Debuts

This new annual partnership program enables agricultural industry companies to support the NCSPA in its efforts to support and advocate for farmers. These relationships give the growers and companies the chance to connect with our partners at various events. Support of the association by our partners is invaluable and provides a unique way to share success stories and gain input from producers. We thank these current partners and look forward to working with them!

Though Dr. Dunphy will be greatly missed, the extension role at N.C. State will continue in capable hands. In early April, the University named Dr. Rachel Vann as the new soybean extension specialist and Dr. Dunphy’s replacement.

Vann is excited about working with farmers and county extension agents throughout the state. Her goal is to provide practical information to growers to help them enhance the profitability of their operations while also helping to train the next generation of people working in agriculture.

Vann is from Geneseo, Illinois. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana studying natural resources, crop and soil sciences. While there, she participated in several undergraduate research projects which fostered a love of agricultural research. After getting her degree, she sought to gain research experience in a different part of the country and relocated to North Carolina.

Vann’s Master's research focused on cover crop and fertility management in organic corn production and fundamental management decisions in organic canola production. She worked on her PhD with Drs. Chris Reberg-Horton and Alan York at N.C. State, focusing primarily on pea for grain production, cover crop management and weed control in XtendFlex cotton. “I was fortunate to work across many commodities and research topics while in school with exceptional mentors,” said Vann. “Through my work with county extension agents and on-farm trials, I realized that working in extension, as well as teaching and conducting applied field research, was what I wanted to do.” Vann is excited about supporting the soybean farmers of N.C. and looks forward to meeting everyone over the coming months.

Dr. Vann, pictured above, started her new soybean role in mid-April

Dr. Dunphy receives the ASA Pinnacle Award

From Jeff’s Desk…

Each year, state soybean associations from across the U.S. gather to share ideas, discuss industry issues and hear from top speakers. In Apr., our team went to Waco, Tex., to participate in presentations and discussions with our state partners.

The United Soybean Board’s (USB) new CEO, Polly Ruhland was on hand, as was Ryan Findley, the new CEO for the American Soybean Association (ASA.) Both shared their views on everything from trade issues to communications to new branding strategies. One thing was very prevalent, the renewed spirit of collaboration between the two organizations. The “old timers” from other states shared that this was the first time the heads of these two key organizations shared the stage at this annual event.

NCSPA Welcomes New Compliance Auditor Greg Marvin is the North Carolina Soybean Producers Association’s new compliance auditor. He began the role in January and is responsible for auditing the records of soybean first purchasers in North Carolina and ensuring transactions were recorded properly. He previously served in Fortune 500 companies and two start-up companies in the Triangle in operations, finance and executive roles. He has expertise in corporate strategy, business development and acquisitions. His passion is relationship building and customer satisfaction.

Marvin grew up in Northern and Central Ohio with a grandfather who started a dealership for International Harvester, eventually also adding Buick, Oldsmobile and Chevrolet cars and trucks. His other grandparents, as well as his aunt and uncle, owned and operated dairy and grain farms. He attended the College of Wooster in the heart of Ohio farm country and where the Ohio State Research & Development College is located.

Since Marvin began his work, he has conducted 20 audits around the state. He is excited to be a part of the NCSPA family and looks forward to meeting many members in addition to first purchasers. “I am proud to be working for the North

It was evident that both Polly and Ryan have already begun to work together. Both are obviously committed to collaboration, and that spirit trickled down to the state teams.

It is very easy for commodity groups to slip into the mode of “gotta look out for myself and do what is best for me.” However, with the multitude of challenges facing today’s farmers, we must continue to work together and share and support each other’s efforts. The concerns of a pork farmer are our concerns. The issues faced by a tobacco farmer are our issues too. And, so it goes…

Collaboration is key to success, and our board of directors and N.C. soybean team is committed to working closely with researchers, elected officials, other states and our national offices to ensure the challenges and successes of the soybean industry are met. Please let us know how we can help you or listen to your ideas on how N.C. soybeans are “Leading the Field.”

Ashley Thomas, Katherine D. Stowe, Jeff Jennings, USB CEO Polly Ruhland, Laura Rogers, Beth Hollleman and Karen Wing (L to R), at State Staff Meeting in Waco

Greg Marvin, NCSPA’s new compliance auditor

Carolina Soybean Producers Association, Marvin said. “The first purchasers I have worked with thus far are very complimentary of the organization and have had positive experiences with our auditors in the past. I look forward to continuing those strong working relationships.”

*The first purchaser compliance audit program is a federally required effort and visits must be conducted every two years.

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The NCSPA will be out and about during the coming months. Please visit us at one of these upcoming events. We’ll have educational materials and fun stuff for all to enjoy!

June 8: Ag Day, Down East Wood Ducks, Kinston, 7 pm June 13: Lazy O Farms Summer Camp, Smithfield June 19-20: State FFA Convention, Convention Center, Raleigh June 28: Farm to Table Event, Onslow County Extension Office,

Jacksonville Aug. 5: Ag Day at Carolina Mudcats, Zebulon, 2 pm Aug. 7: Touch-a-Tractor Event, North Hills Shopping Center, Raleigh

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NCSPA’s Laura Rogers helps kids plant a soybean seed at Marbles Future Me Fair

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