Innovation

Traveling with and on Soy

USSOY Staff Writer|Feb 29, 2024

A bit of a showman, Henry Ford used a stunt to show the strength and potential of soy plastic. The story goes that he swung…

U.S. Soy plays a vital role in Mexico City, North America’s largest city, by contributing to the economy, health, and culture of the city.
Food & Lifestyle

U.S. Soy contributes to the culture and health of Mexico City

Joseph L. Murphy|Nov 21, 2023

The beauty of Mexico’s people, especially those in its heart, Mexico City, captivates attention. A journey through its lively streets and close-knit neighborhoods greets visitors…

Sustainability

New Soybean Yield Record Highlights Sustainable Potential of U.S. Soy

USSEC Staff Writer|Sep 27, 2023

Soybeans have tremendous yield potential. U.S. Soy farmer Alex Harrell proved that when he harvested soybeans averaging nearly 206.8 bushels per acre, or nearly 14.9…

Flooring, roofing and wall solutions made with U.S.-grown soy are a green alternative to standard building and construction materials.
Food & Lifestyle

Beyond Food: At Home with Sustainable Soy

Lisa Humphreys|Sep 7, 2023

The use of bio-based products, including soy-based products, has grown rapidly in the last few years, thanks to their reputation for being a more cost-effective,…

Sustainability

U.S. Soy Farmers are Conserving and Nurturing the Land for Future Generations

USSEC Staff Writer|Jun 5, 2023

A peer-reviewed study published in the journal Land demonstrates a comparable amount of U.S. cropland moving in and out of production over a 35-year period[1]…

Food & Lifestyle

Beyond Food: Enhancing your home with sustainable soy alternatives

Lisa Humphreys|May 1, 2023

You may be surprised to learn that, not only does soy taste good, it also shows up in many of your favorite home goods such…

Food & Lifestyle

Beyond Food:How Soy-Derived Cosmetics Enhance and Protect Your Skin

Lisa Humphreys|Feb 27, 2023

For decades, cosmetic products have been produced with artificial ingredients which can leave harsh, toxic chemicals on the skin. The current global climate crisis and…

Food & Lifestyle

Soybean Oil: A Choice for Heart-Healthy Eating

USSOY Staff Writer|Jan 19, 2023

If you’ve bought vegetable oil at the grocery store, there’s a chance it could be soybean oil. Most soybean oil sold in grocery stores is…

Aquaculture

U.S. Soy Drives Aquaculture Progress

Laura Temple|Oct 24, 2022

A familiar proverb says that if you give people fish, they will soon be hungry again, but if you teach people to fish, they will…

Ground Work

Ground Work 2022: Preparing for a Delayed Illinois Harvest

Lynn Rohrscheib|Sep 23, 2022

 A late spring was followed by a dry summer in our area of Illinois in the heart of the U.S. Midwest. Those conditions have led…