President's Message Listen to RealAudio of ASA President Marc Curtis talking about ASA's achievements and goals. Learn more . Soy Stats Guide A Reference Guide to Important Soybean Facts and Figures Biodiesel Legislation Learn how ASA's biodiesel initiatives benefit U.S. soybean producers. We greatly appreciate the support of Representatives who voted for this crucial trade legislation. Thanks also to the many ASA members who took the initiate to communicate the importance of this legislation to their Representative.
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Passage of PNTR paves the way for China to join the World Trade Organization, which will provide U. S. producers with greater access to China's vast markets. It will also level the playing field for U.S. agricultural products in markets where China has been heavily subsidizing their commodity exports. Passage of H.R. 4444 was an important victory for U.S. soybean producers. Intensive lobbying of House members was key to gaining approval of the bill. Many ASA members and staff played an important role contacting members of Congress to urge approval of the landmark legislation that will improve grower access to a marketplace of 1.3 billion people.