European Soybean to Benefit People and the Environment

European soybean to benefit people and the environment

Europe imports large amounts of soybean that are predominantly used for livestock feed, mainly sourced from Brazil, USA and Argentina. In addition, the demand for GM-free soybean for human consumption is project to increase. Soybean has higher protein quality and digestibility than other legumes, along with high concentrations of isoflavones, phytosterols and minerals that enhance the nutritional value as a human food ingredient. Here, we examin…

India's Non-GMO Soybean Push: Meeting EU's Deforestation-Free Standards

India's Non-GMO Soybean Push: Meeting EU's Deforestation-Free Standards India is making significant strides to adhere to the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which mandates comprehensive traceability and zero-deforestation sourcing for agricultural commodities such as soybeans. This regulation, effective from June 2023, with compliance expected by the end of 2024, will influence global trade dynamics.During the fiscal year 2023-24…