Sustainability takes many forms. For U.S. soybean farmers, sustainability goes well beyond the expert sustainable farming practices they implement every day. U.S. Soy’s newly released report on the social sustainability practices of U.S. soybean growers takes a broader look at the subject.
From volunteer activities to family involvement to on-farm recycling practices, the report provides insight to the multifaceted sustainability efforts and community engagement of soybean farmers in their operations and personal lives.
“We care about our community because we are not going anywhere. It’s hard to bring land with you if you move,” said one survey responder.
“Knowing your food comes from a multi-generation farm should give some peace of mind to consumers since it's being done by the same family in the same area for so long,” said another.