Soybeans Serve Many Masters: Are There Enough for Food, Feed and Fuel?
Biofuels industry growth has raised the question of whether soybean growers can adequately and simultaneously supply the food, feed and fuel markets. While there are proponents on both sides of the issue, many economists argue that soybeans can serve many masters. The key is to let the marketplace determine how soy will be used, since the marketplace has an excellent track record in serving the best interests of consumers.

New Research Supports Heart-Healthy Soyfoods:
Large-Scale Japanese Study Finds Soy Protective Against Heart Disease
For years we’ve heard that eating soyfoods will protect your heart. Now, new research from the Japanese government, conducted over many years, confirms
this fact. In a large-scale study from Japan involving more than 40,000 middle-aged subjects over a 12-year period, women who consumed the most soy were dramatically less likely to have a heart attack, stroke or develop cardiovascular disease.

Promoting U.S. Soybeans to Asian Trade Groups
The goal of the mission is to promote the quality and consistency of U.S. soybeans and soybean meal and eventually increase U.S. soy exports.

New Direction For National Soybean Organizations
The intent of the task force is not to assign blame, but to put real issues on the table and promote an active discussion in order to find solutions to ensure that our organizations can continue to lead our industry forward.”

Changing Prices Alter Economics of Production Inputs and Practices
Times and economics change. Recent significant increases in the price of corn and soybeans mean bigger numbers on the income side of your ledger, but some costs are going up, too.

Row By Row
Crop Rotation is About Risk Management