South Dakota's soybean and pork industries are entering a new chapter as Kevin Scott and Tina Erickson prepare to lead two of the state's largest commodity organizations, each bringing years of industry experience and a focus on supporting producers in changing markets.
Jerry Schmitz is recognized during his retirement celebration after serving as executive director of the South Dakota Soybean Association and South Dakota Soybean Research & Promotion Council. Kevin Scott will succeed Schmitz as executive director in July.
Kevin Scott, a Valley Springs farmer and longtime soybean industry leader, will become executive director of the South Dakota Soybean Association and South Dakota Soybean Research & Promotion Council in July following the retirement of Jerry Schmitz.
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Tina Erickson will become executive director of the South Dakota Pork Producers Council on July 1 after serving four years as the organization's director of membership, outreach and engagement.
Outgoing South Dakota Pork Producers Council Executive Director Glenn Muller, left, is recognized during his retirement celebration. Tina Erickson will succeed Muller as executive director after serving four years as the council's director of membership, outreach and engagement.
Born and raised on a farm in southeastern South Dakota, Katelyn currently resides in Sioux Falls. She enjoys attending SDSU football games (her alma mater), going to farmer’s markets and visiting her parents at their family farm. Reach her at kwinberg@tristateneighbor.com.
Katelyn Winberg
Agricultural Reporter
