The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council has selected Kyle Durham of Norborne as its new chairman. Durham, who assumed the post last month, outlined some of the group’s priorities over the next year.

Durham says expanding the use of hi-oleic soybeans are also a priority, and not just for their nutritional benefits.

Kyle Durham of Norborne was elected to a one-year term as chairman of the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council but can seek a second term next summer.