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The Soy Transportation Coalition is an organization established by seven state soybean boards, the American Soybean Association, and the United Soybean Board. The seven participating states encompass 63% of total U.S. soybean production. In addition, the National Grain and Feed Association and the National Oilseed Processors Assocation serve as ex-officio members on the Soy Transportation Coalition's board.
The seven participating state soybean boards are: the Illinois Soybean Association, the Indiana Soybean Alliance, the Iowa Soybean Association, the Nebraska Soybean Board, the North Dakota Soybean Council, the Ohio Soybean Council, and the South Dakota Soybean Research and Promotion Council.
Soy Transportation Coalition Vision:
In 2020, the Soy Transportation Coalition has become a vital force in the promotion and development of the United States transportation system. Through careful planning, collaboration with other stakeholders, and diligent focus on its mission, the coalition is sought out for its ability to provide industry players and policy makers with key agriculture/grains-focused information and analysis for all important deliberations and decision-making on U.S. integrated transportation policy formation, government and private sector infrastructure investments, and soybean industry decisions/future focus.
Through the Soy Transportation Coalition, soybean industry stakeholders have become knowledgeable and respected contributors to national freight policy decisions needed to maintain profitability and competitiveness, starting with rail, and expanding to other modes over time.
Soy Transportation Coalition Mission:
The Soy Transportation Coalition provides information and education on behalf of the U.S. soybean industry on shipping and transportation issues to help sustain a competitive global position and enhance its profitability. The coalition works to ensure that industry stakeholders maintain access to a transportation system that offers cost effective, reliable, and competitive service to meet short-term needs and prepare for the future.
Soy Transportation Coalition Goal and Objectives:
Goal: Position soybean industry stakeholders to benefit from a transportation system that delivers cost effective, reliable, and competitive service.
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Seek reliable transportation service for soy shippers and customers
Work to ensure the U.S. transportation system has the infrastructure and capacity necessary for the long term competitiveness of the soybean industry
Build and maintain collaborative relationships
Ensure the soybean industry understands the impact of transportation issues on their profitability and competitiveness
©2007 Soy Transportation Coalition