The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) recently recognized recipients of several awards for the state organization for 2025. Included was the soybean association Chairman’s Award, which recognizes an individual who has gone above and beyond to serve the state’s soybean association better interests. The Chairman’s Award is the highest award presented by the organization citing one’s dedication, leadership and years of service to the soybean industry.

The 2025 recipient of the Chairman’s Award is Aluizio Ribeiro, Chief Executive Officer of Incobrasa Industries, L-T-D.

Incobrasa opened the soybean crushing facility in Gilman, in 1997, and since expanding it to include an oil refinery and packaging facility for food grade vegetable oil in 2004. Most recently in 2007, Incobrasa achieved the level of a biodiesel plant.

Ribeiro’s decades of experience in international business and executive management has enabled Incobrasa to strengthen its position as a trusted producer in the U.S. market while maintaining strong ties to its global roots.

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