PRINCETON, Ky. — Kentucky soybean farmer-leaders were in Frankfort March 11 to serve a pulled pork lunch to anyone who works in the Capitol, all while educating about the many uses of soy and soy components.
From the use of soybean meal as a protein source in livestock and poultry feed to the renewable, sustainable, low-soot soy wax used for candles to food uses like soybean oil and soy lecithin in cookies, many real-life examples of the ways that soy touches every life, every day were integrated into the lunch.
The 450+ luncheon attendees received a reusable tote bag that enumerated just a few of the soy products that can be found in everyday life, along with a copy of the Board’s “Soy Many Uses” booklet that delves into industrial uses and biofuels. Attendees also received a “Have You Ever Wondered” booklet that gives real-life answers to common grocery shopping questions, including those about organic vs. conventional food production, conventional vs. cage-free eggs, and the truth about antibiotics and added hormones in meat. Both publications may be viewed and downloaded at KySoy.org.
The Kentucky Soybean BBQ lunch is a tradition, and many longtime staffers look forward to it every year. Our farmers are pleased to not only feed everyone – legislators, custodial staff, Kentucky State Police, Kentucky Educational Television workers, lobbyists, and others who keep Frankfort moving alike. Everyone is welcome for the meal and a soy-related gift. This year, farmers handed out Kentucky Proud soy candles made by the ladies of Soy Wicked in Clinton.
Farmers and staff appreciate the opportunity to visit with lawmakers and staff, and while this is the organization’s last outreach effort before the busy spring fieldwork and planting season starts, educational and promotional efforts are conducted year-round.
—Rae Wagoner, Kentucky Soybean Board
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