Soybean oil benefits consumers, farmers and local communities

Soybean oil benefits consumers, farmers and local communities

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (May 12, 2025) — What could be more American than chicken tenders, hot dogs and Cracker Jack at a baseball game? How about cooking some of these foods in oil made from soybeans grown on Indiana farms?

Soybean demand remains relatively good

Despite the fact the U.S. is not selling any soybeans to China right now because of the imposed tariffs, demand for U.S. beans has been relatively good.

May WASDE report brings strength to soybean prices | Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network

The first WASDE report after the official start of planting season had some decently positive aspects, especially in the soybean markets. As for the corn markets, AgMarket.Net Hedging Strategist Robin Schmahl said the corn production estimates were in line with the current planting expectations. https://d30hko96l9xirl.cloudfront.net/Iowamediafolder/2025/05/0512-wasde-1.mp3 On the flipside, Schmahl said the lower soybean production estimates- whic

Soybean Plant Stands: Is Replanting Necessary? - Field Advisor

Early in the growing season, many factors often reduce soybean plant stands - freezing temperatures, hail, slugs, disease, etc. A soybean field with poor seedling vigor, slow plant growth, and low plant stand often triggers an “I need to fix this” impulse; however, these fields don’t always need to be replanted. The post Soybean Plant Stands: Is Replanting Necessary? appeared first on Field Advisor.

SA soybean industry fights back after drought

South Africa’s soybean industry is bouncing back after a 34% drop in production last season. Better yields offer hope, but late rains and wet fields are stalling harvests. Farmers and experts warn that climate volatility remains a long-term threat. SA soybean industry fights back after drought appeared first on Food For Mzansi