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Ross County soybean farmer Scott Metzger will represent Ohio and soybean growers across the country in 2026 as he takes the helm as president of the American Soybean Association (ASA).

Alongside his family in Williamsport, Metzger farms more than 3,100 acres of soybeans, corn and wheat on a multi-generational family farm. Drawing on his day-to-day experience managing a diverse operation, he works to make sure farmers’ perspectives are represented in every policy discussion that impacts their livelihoods.

“I’ve always believed that when farmers work together, we can shape a stronger future for agriculture,” Metzger said. “Serving as ASA president is an opportunity to represent the interests of soybean growers from Ohio and across the country.”

Metzger has long been active in both state and national soybean organizations. Serving on the Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) Board since 2016, he has served in all leadership roles including president in 2019. Throughout his tenure on the OSA board he was instrumental in elevating OSA’s policy priorities, building relationships with elected officials and strengthening the voice of Ohio soybean farmers. He also served on the Ohio Soybean Council Board of Trustees for six years.

A graduate of The Ohio State University with a degree in Agronomy and Agricultural Business, Metzger also completed the Ohio Farm Bureau’s AgriPOWER and the ASA DuPont (Corteva) Young Leader Program.

Pickaway County farmer Bennett Musselman, OSA president, said Metzger’s experience will be an asset to farmers nationwide.

“Scott has an incredible ability to bring people together — from the farm to the policy table,” Musselman said. “His perspective and dedication will serve soybean farmers well.”