Date: October, 2006
Abstract: Soybeans are a vital source of animal feed, food products and industrial inputs. Soymeal is the world’s most important protein feed, accounting for 65 percent of supplies. Within the United States (U.S.), 98 percent of soymeal is consumed by livestock, with the remainder being utilized in human foods, such as baked goods and meat substitutes. Once the primary source of vegetable oil in the world, soy oil ranks second, recently surpassed by palm oil. It accounts for around two-thirds of all...
Research Type: Ag Focus