Chinese Delegation Signs Agreement to Purchase U.S. Soybeans

Chinese Delegation Signs Agreements in Minnesota and Chicago

A 27-member delegation representing 13 Chinese companies signed agreements in Chicago and Minneapolis for U.S. soybean purchases of over 240 million bushels of U.S. soybeans in the current and next marketing years. These agreements demonstrate the commitment of the Chinese soy industry to strengthen their relationship with U.S. farmers and exporting organizations. Delegation member companies purchased 67% of the 435 million bushels of U.S. soybeans imported into China in FY2005.

Signing Ceremony Between Member of Chinese Delegation and Minnesota-based Exporter

Minnesota Governor with China Team Members
Governor of Minnesota Tim Pawlenty with members of China delegation

China Delegation with Secretary of Agriculture Johanns

Secretary of Agriculture Johanns, ASA Directors Bob Metz and Bob Rikli, and USB Director Benny Cooper with Chinese Delegation in Washington, D.C.

USB Directors Mark Pietz and Jim Call with Mr. Cao of China

USB Directors Mark Pietz and Jim Call with Mr. Cao Xu Min, President of the China Chamber of Commerce for I/E of Foodstuffs, Native Produce and Animal By-Products (CFNA)

The activities of USSEC are made possible by producer checkoff dollars invested by the United Soybean Board and various State Soybean Councils, support from cooperating industry, and through the American Soybean Association's investment of cost-share funding provided by USDA's Foreign Agriculture Service.