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10/14/2005
OSA and ASA Seek Applicants for Young Leader Program
Jamie Mossbarger
Communications Director
jmossbarger@soyohio.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 14, 2005
COLUMBUS, OH - The Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) in conjunction with the American Soybean Association (ASA) and Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. a subsidiary of DuPont, have announced the 2006 Young Leader Program and are seeking applicants. Couples or individuals who are innovative, enthusiastic and interested in playing an active role in the soybean industry are encouraged to apply.
The Young Leader Program began over 20 years ago as a way to seek out and develop new or "young" leaders to promote agriculture and to guide the soybean industry.
One couple or individual from Ohio will be selected to participate in the two phase program with individuals from each of the 25 soybean producing states. Phase I will take place February 28 March 4, 2006 in conjunction with the Commodity Classic conference and trade show in Anaheim, California. Phase II rounds out the training in December 2006 at Pioneer headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa. Young leaders must be committed to attending both phases of the program. Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., a subsidiary of DuPont will cover the costs for participants. The seminars offer the opportunity for participants to enhance their leadership skills as well as meet and learn from other Young Leaders from around the country.
Applications are available through the Ohio Soybean Association office. To request an application, call 888-SOYOHIO. Applications are also available by logging onto ASA's Website at www.soygrowers.com and clicking on the activities link. The application deadline is November 18, 2005 and should be mailed to ASA at 12125 Woodcrest Executive Drive, Suite 100, St. Louis, Missouri 63141.
The Ohio Soybean Association is governed by a 22-member volunteer farmer board dedicated to education and promotion, as well as to uniting producer interest through support of legislative activities beneficial to the Ohio soybean industry.
