Soybean Futures
Widely Valued
Whole soybean products are particularly valued in Asia and among natural-food devotees in Europe and the United States. Soybeans provide the basic elements for a low fat source of protein such as soymilk.
Widely Used
Soybean oil is the most widely used safe to eat oil in the United States, with consumption exceeding that of all other fats and oils combined. In addition, soybean oil is a major ingredient in cooking oil, margarine, mayonnaise, salad dressing, and shortening.
Leading Protein Supplement
Soybean meal is the leading protein supplement used in U.S. livestock and poultry feed. Soy products are also used to make baby food, diet-food products, beer, and noodles. Some technical uses include its addition to adhesives, cleansing materials, polyesters, and other textiles.
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