Soybean, a key input in the global feed sector, is being reassessed through the lenses of supply security, sustainability, and domestic production. In this cover story, we shed light on three strategic fronts—from the U.S.’s science-driven approach to Europe’s push for responsible sourcing, and Türkiye’s new investments in SPC.
Few feed ingredients have shaped livestock production globally as much as soybeans. A vital protein source for poultry, swine, and dairy, soy faces growing challenges along its journey from field to feed mill. The demands of sustainability increasingly clash with industry needs. As geopolitical tensions disrupt supply chains, animal nutritionists are seeking new feed formulas.
In this cover story, we examine this crucial raw material from three key perspectives:
The United States, a major exporter, positions soy not just as a commodity but as a science-backed solution, offering consistency, quality, and traceability prized by precision formulators.
Soy-importing Europe faces steep risks in the fight against deforestation. The continent strives to balance hard-won sustainability gains with the cost and complexity of responsible sourcing.
Also on the import side, Türkiye is breaking new ground by launching domestic production of high-value soy protein concentrate (SPC) to boost local livestock efficiency.
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