Askelson takes over as MN Soybean County Representative for Northwest MN

Askelson takes over as MN Soybean County Representative for Northwest MN

March 5, 2026 Farm News News -- KRJB-KRJM-KKCQ 0

Members of Minnesota Corn and Soybean in Northwest Minnesota will notice a new face hanging around, as Twin Valley native Mark Askelson has taken over as  Minnesota Soybean County Representative for Northwest Minnesota. R&J News had the chase to catch up with Askelson, who says he’s excited for his new role. 

Askelson says he has some very big shoes to fill, as former County Representative Lori Ann Hartel did a lot for Minnesota Soybean across the region. 

You can learn more about Minnesota Soybean by going to their website at mnsoybean.org.