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Region: United States of America

Corridors to Trade Can Support Nigeria’s Protein Needs

June 26, 2025, Lagos, Nigeria: The U.S. Soybean Export Council hosted its signature "Nigeria: NOW” conference in Lagos this week, bringing together stakeholders across the government and private sectors, including…

Shaping a Sustainable Future for Indonesia’s Shrimp Industry

Indonesia is a global leader in aquaculture production, particularly in shrimp and fish farming. Indonesia’s aquaculture output is projected to reach 7.07 million metric tons by 2030[1], reinforcing its role…

U.S. Soy Part of Multi-Commodity MoUs to Advance Trade with Vietnam 

Iowa and Ohio, United States – U.S. Soy was included in a series of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed with Vietnam during a trade mission co-sponsored by USSEC and led…

The Power of Feed Conversion Ratios in Aquaculture: Driving Profitability, Performance, and Sustainability

In aquaculture, feed is the engine that drives the entire system. Feed costs can account for up to 70% of total production expenses, making feed efficiency one of the most…

The Future of Soy in Aquafeed: Transforming Marine Finfish Nutrition

As global aquaculture continues to expand, the need for sustainable and efficient feed ingredients has never been greater. Aquaculture producers and feed manufacturers are increasingly concerned about the availability and…

Celebrating Soy: A Global Staple with Endless Possibilities

April marks the celebration of Soy Foods Month, a time to recognize the versatility and nutritional benefits of this incredible ingredient and celebrate the many ways that soy enriches our…

U.S. Soybean Farmers Champion Sustainability in Global Markets

As U.S. Soy’s international export markets face increasing sustainability challenges and food security concerns, U.S. soybean farmers partner closely with the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) to take a proactive…

Morgan Cheatham Recognized with 2024 Best Dissertation Award for Research in U.S. Catfish Production

Morgan Cheatham, PhD, USSEC’s Manager of Animal Utilization & Aquaculture, has been honored with the 2024 Best Dissertation Award by the International Association of Aquaculture Economics and Management (IAAEM). The…

Fueling the Future: How U.S. Soy Powers Sustainable Aquaculture Worldwide

Aquaculture is the fastest-growing animal protein sector in the world, and one ingredient driving its success has risen to the top: soy. As the most utilized protein ingredient in aquafeed…

Specialty U.S. Soy Database Adds 2024 Data, including New Varieties  

The newly enhanced Specialty U.S. Soy Database is updated with the fifth year of data featuring nearly 500 soybean varieties, with several dozen new varieties.  Additionally, this resource includes information…