Soybeans
China's decision to stop buying soybeans from America in May has left a significant dent in the country's agricultural exports. The US Agricultural Department's latest exports summary shows that the sale of soybeans to China, the single largest American export to China in terms
Soybeans
China's decision to stop buying soybeans from America in May has left a significant impact on the country's agricultural sector. The United States, which accounted for 52% of all American soybean exports last year, has now seen a 23% drop in total soybean exports this year.
Food supply
Researchers at Michigan State University have explored the potential of precision agriculture and IoT sensors in improving disease modeling and management in corn and soybean fields. According to their study, leaf wetness is a critical component of disease development, and tracking this factor can help farmers make more informed decisions.
Food supply
Researchers at Hiroshima University in Japan have made a significant discovery in the field of life sciences, shedding light on the development of domesticated species. The team conducted a meta-analysis of publicly available transcriptome data from domesticated rice, tomato, and soybean, as well as their wild relatives. Their findings suggest
Food supply
Researchers at the Institut National Polytechnique Felix Houphouet-Boigny have conducted a study to isolate soybean-nodulating rhizobia from Cote d'Ivoire soils and evaluate their potential as efficient strains for developing local bioinoculants. The study aimed to understand the genetic diversity and symbiotic effectiveness of these native rhizobia in nodulating
Food supply
The Nigerian government has launched the National Soybean Production and Expansion Policy and Strategy, aiming to unlock an estimated ₦3.9 trillion in annual industry revenue and create one million jobs across 22 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative is a pivotal element of the Renewed Hope
Soybeans
Indonesia has recently announced plans to bolster its agricultural trade ties with the US, prioritizing the importation of wheat and soybeans as part of a broader trade agreement. The move is aimed at addressing domestic supply gaps and stabilizing food prices, according to Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman. As part
Health
Soy is a debated food with both its proponents and detractors claiming validity. While some hail it as a superfood, others consider it a poison due to its hormone-disrupting properties. Here, we delve into the world of soy and examine its benefits and drawbacks. Soybeans are legumes that must be
Agriculture
In a move to propel Nigeria's agricultural sector and ensure food security, the government has launched the National Soybean Production Policy and Strategy. This ambitious initiative, aimed at generating over $3.9 billion in economic value annually, has the potential to create over one million jobs and cultivate
Agriculture
The Federal Government has unveiled the National Soybean Production Expansion Policy, a transformative initiative aimed at generating ?3.9 trillion in annual revenue and creating 1 million farm and off-farm jobs across 22 states and the FCT. The strategy, which marks a significant milestone in Nigeria's agricultural history,
Agriculture
Research by National University Litoral investigators has uncovered the alarming presence of pest populations in soybean crops in central Argentina, underscoring the pressing need for sustainable agricultural practices. The study highlights significant findings on the impact of Bt soybean on the consumption, biological cycle, and reproduction of Spodoptera cosmioides and
Agriculture
The Fujian Provincial Department of Finance and the Fujian Provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs have issued a notice requesting agricultural production and operation entities in Mingxi County to apply for the 2025 soybean production and efficiency improvement demonstration project. The project aims to promote the large-scale production of
