Food & Lifestyle

What is Natto? The Benefits of Natto and More

USSOY Staff Writer|Nov 20, 2023

When Americans think of breakfast food, they likely picture pancakes, waffles, or dry cereal. When Japanese people think of breakfast food, they might picture natto.…

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From Tofu to Natto: Soy Shines in Asian Cuisine

USSOY Staff Writer|Jun 5, 2023

Soybeans have been a celebrated part of Asian cuisine for thousands of years. In fact, it’s believed that soybeans were first domesticated in China in…

Food & Lifestyle

North Asia Soy Food Report Analyzes Market Potential

USSEC Staff Writer|Feb 14, 2023

The first North Asia Soyfood Report from the U.S. Soybean Export Council, or USSEC, provides a comprehensive review of current market factors impacting the soy…

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Surge in Natto’s Popularity May Help Swell Soybean Demand

Will McNair|May 24, 2020

As Japanese consumers and end users increasingly demand natto, the U.S. soy industry may have an opportunity to increase its exports of natto soybeans.

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Natto Buyers, Distributors and Producers meet in Fargo for Annual U.S.-Japan Natto Summit

North Dakota Soybean Council|Oct 16, 2019

The third annual U.S.-Japan Natto Summit was held in Fargo, North Dakota, September 3-5.  Twenty-three Japanese natto soybean buyers attended along with natto suppliers from…