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USSEC Cultivates Aquaculture Growth Around the World

The aquaculture industry continues to expand to meet global fish and seafood demand, and USSEC is committed to supporting its development. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations…

U.S. Soy Delivers Sustainable Protein

Access to high-quality protein contributes to global food security. USSEC reinforces the value of U.S. Soy as a source of that high-quality protein for food producers and customers around the…

USDA Pegs U.S. Soy Production Down, Still the Fifth Highest Yield on Record

In its October World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, U.S. Department of Agriculture analysts adjusted the national average soybean yield down 0.5 bushel from its September forecast to 49.6…

S.E. Asia Agricultural Cooperators Conference Transacts 1.7 Million Metric Tons of U.S. Agricultural Products, Emphasizing Free Trade and Innovation for Global Food Security

The recent Southeast Asia U.S. Agricultural Cooperators Conference provided an opportunity to emphasize the significance of the U.S.-Vietnam relationship as key trading partners. The conference, themed "Globalization 2.0: Building Bridges…

Biodiversity, the U.S. and U.S. Soy farmers commitments in action

By Abby Rinne, Director of Sustainability, USSEC U.S. Soy is rooted in a commitment to biodiversity conservation. Every time international customers opt for sustainable U.S. Soy, with its lowest carbon…

Soy Milk Supports Shifting Global Consumer Health Priorities

In a global market burgeoning with plant-based milk, soy milk stands apart due to the combination of its nutrition profile, potential health benefits, sustainability, and versatility. Among U.S. consumers, food…

USSEC Soy Connext 2023 Sparks Global Dialogue on Food Security, Economic Viability and Environmental Sustainability

U.S Soy Value Chain Connects with International Customers to Maximize the Utilization, Value, and Access to U.S. Soy around the World New York, NY, USA – August 23, 2023…

How to Edge Out the Competition

What is the capacity of businesses to prosper in a hyper-competitive world? How can they set themselves apart? Embracing ESG (environmental, social and governance) practices, says Katie Gandy, Business Development…

Sustainable Soy Foods Align With Consumer Values

Food constitutes a significant part of sustainability concerns. With the  U.S. Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol (SSAP) and the commitment of U.S. soybean growers, soy foods are likely to stay ahead…

Japan’s 7-Eleven Stores Introduce Convenient, Sustainable Soy Snacking

Japanese consumers can now enjoy individually packaged tofu bars carrying the soy checkoff’s Sustainable U.S. Soy logo from some of their nearby convenience stores. Seven & I Group, including 7i…