Optimizing High-Oleic

By Samantha Turner Created for the farmers, by the farmers. SOYLEIC soybeans are the premium value-added soybean for a non-GM, high-oleic option. “SOYLEIC soybeans are an excellent representation of Missouri soybean checkoff research at work,” said Aaron Porter,...

Andrew Scaboo

Andrew Scaboo’s focus on research was shaped by a team-effort approach. Guided by the resources of prior scientists’ expertise and the farmers’ knowledge, his work is primarily focused on increasing the quality and productivity of the soybeans being...

Zenglu Li

Growing up on a vegetable farm with his father, Zenglu Li, had an interest in plant breeding from an early age. Zenglu spent much of the growing season carefully watching the produce, thinking of ways to improve the crop to harvest more food. With gradual growth,...

Vince Pantalone

Providing a heart-healthy and sustainable end-product is at the forefront of Vince Pantalone’s mind when he is making crosses to advance the genetic progeny of SOYLEIC varieties. His experience with oil quality projects has set the foundation for his 37-year career in...