Soybean producers will meet in Topeka, Wednesday, January 6 for the Kansas Soybean Expo sponsored by the Kansas Soybean Commission and Kansas Soybean Association. The annual event is held in conjunction with the Topeka Farm Show. Registration and exhibits open at 8:30 a.m. with the program scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sessions include research and production information from Kansas State University Extension Specialists; policy updates with state and national elected officials and an afternoon session on “Planning for The Future” for estate planning, taxes, trusts and wills.
Mark Mayfield, will be the keynote speaker presenting “Momma Told Me There’d Be Days Like This”. His lighthearted inspiring presentation will provide insight and humor for today’s economic times. Mayfield has received two degrees; Magna Cum laude from Kansas State University, served as National President of the Future Farmers of America, taught school and directed corporate lobbying activities.
The noon luncheon will feature the Soybean Yield Contest results and other awards. The Kansas Soybean Association will also conduct its annual business meeting. A complete program and registration can be found at www.kansassoybeans.org. For additional information contact the Kansas Soybean Association at (800) 328-7390.
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