By Blake Jackson
The Missouri Soybean Association (MSA) has announced the winners of the 2025 Yield Contest, recognizing outstanding performance by soybean producers across the state. The annual contest highlights exceptional yields and showcases the skill, commitment, and innovation demonstrated by Missouri farmers throughout the growing season.
In the conventional till dryland category, Tim Brand of Chariton County earned first place with a yield of 105.42 bushels per acre using Asgrow 40XF1 soybeans. Top honors in the irrigated category went to 4L Ag of New Madrid County in District 7, which recorded a yield of 98.99 bushels per acre with the Asgrow 48XF2 variety.
“The season challenged growers, but they still showed up for the 2025 yield contest,” said Dylan Anderson, field services manager for Missouri Soybeans. “While August dryness limited yields, the quality of entries and overall participation speaks to the commitment of Missouri soybean farmers.”
The MSA Yield Contest is designed to celebrate producer achievement while encouraging the use of progressive farming practices and continual improvement. By providing a competitive yet supportive environment, the contest promotes innovation and knowledge sharing among growers.
“The MSA Yield Contest exemplifies the hard work that Missouri soybean growers put in all season long,” shared Renee Fordyce, MSA President. “Not only does it showcase strong stewardship of the land, but it also highlights the innovation and out-of-the-box thinking our farmers are known for.”
State-level winners will be recognized during the MSA Annual Meeting in Jefferson City on January 26, 2026. District winners will also be honored at winter meetings held across Missouri. MSA thanks all participating growers and sponsors for their continued support of the state’s soybean industry.
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