Membership is the key to the Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) policy and legislative efforts. Through OSA’s representation at the state and federal levels, we promote and encourage growth and profitability of the soybean industry. Membership is available to soybean producers, industry members and anyone else who advocates for the growth of the industry.

Where does that leave younger soybean advocates? Students and young adults are still passionate about the industry  but may not know how to get involved.

The OSA Student & Young Adult Membership Program is specially designed for younger advocates. This program is open to anyone between the ages of 18 to 24 interested in advocating for the soybean industry. Membership in the Student & Young Adult Membership Program offers a variety of benefits, including subscriptions for updates on the soybean industry, professional development opportunities, and of course, state, and federal advocacy representation. This three-year membership is available at no cost to those who join.

Student & Young Adult members can continue their membership after graduation and once they turn 25 years old, can take advantage of the 50% discount OSA offers on one- and threeyear memberships. Anyone who was previously a member of OSA’s Student & Young Adult program, can get their first one-year membership to OSA at $40 or three-year membership for $100.

Are you or someone you know interested in joining as a Student or Young Adult member? Visit soyohio.org/membership and click “Join Today.” It takes less than 5 minutes to become a member. Sign up today to support the soybean industry as a young advocate.