Seeking Nominees for Appointment to MSC Board of Directors

The Michigan Soybean Committee board is comprised of seven farmer-leaders who are appointed by the Governor to serve up to three three-year terms. MSC board members are tasked with managing checkoff resources to increase return on investment for Michigan soybean farmers while enhancing sustainable soybean production. They oversee MSC projects in the program areas of production research, market development and outreach to both consumers and farmers and are guided by the current strategic plan shown below.

Two districts are up for appointment this fall. Each district up for appointment must submit at least two names for consideration.

The districts seeking applicants in 2023 include District 1, which is comprised of Berrien, Branch, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren Counties, and District 3 which includes Lenawee, Livingston, Monroe, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties.

District 1 is currently represented by Dan Rajzer of Decatur, who is completing his first term on the board. District 3 is currently served by Laurie Isley, who is terming off after serving for nine years.

Soybean farmers residing in these districts who would like to learn more about serving on the board can contact MSC CEO Ben Steyer at 989.652.3294 or email bsteyer@michigansoybean.org to learn more about what the position involves and what steps are needed to complete the application process. Those interested in applying should contact the Michigan Soybean Committee office by June 14, 2023 to ensure adequate time to complete the application materials. The new term starts at the end of September with the first meeting being held in December.