Articles tagged under: protein
What Global Protein Demand Growth Means for U.S. Soybeans
Published March 5, 2021
The U.S. Soybean Export Council is forecasting global protein demand growth in the next 10 years. United Soybean Board Vice President of Market Intelligence Mac Marshall says that’s an opportunity for U.S. soybeans. "China is a critical market and that's…3D Printed Protein Cuts in the Works
Published September 2, 2020
The Israeli company Redefine Meat is developing a 3D-printed faux meat product that resembles a steak. This area, whole protein alternative cuts, is one that not yet hit the mainstream market. In a Reuters interview, the company CEO said the…Cargill is Moving into the Plant-Based Protein Market
Published February 25, 2020
Cargill is entering the plant-based protein industry, announcing plans to sell patties and ground products to retailers and restaurants starting in early April. The offerings are part of the company’s “new approach” to the protein market, with Cargill predicting protein…Nitrogen Application Can Boost Winter Wheat Quality
Published June 18, 2019
Wet conditions this spring are making nitrogen application to winter wheat fields difficult for farmers. South Dakota State University Extension agronomy specialist Ruth Beck says there are denitrification and leaching concerns with the heavy rains. A nitrogen application made to…Manitoba Announces Sustainable Protein Strategy
Published January 22, 2019
Manitoba plans to be a global leader for plant and animal protein production. Speaking at Manitoba Ag Days in Brandon, Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler unveiled a growth strategy that includes an increase in livestock processing and the development of the…USB Grant Supports Increased Protein in Soybean Varieties
Published January 7, 2019
The biotechnology company Amfora has received a grant from the United Soybean Board, supporting the development of soybean varieties with increased protein content. Amfora Chief Science Officer Michael Lassner says the company can increase protein content by reprogramming a genetic…Soybeans: A Viable Protein Source for Cattle
Published October 23, 2018
Low soybean prices may make the crop an affordable protein supplement for cattle feeders. Dr. Mary Drewnoski, beef system specialist, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, says soybeans are about 40 percent crude protein. "When using unprocessed soybeans in cattle diets, the challenge…Calculating Critical Amino Acid Values
Published April 6, 2018
The soybean checkoff boards in North Dakota, Minnesota and South Dakota have created a new tool to measure the critical amino acid values in soybeans. This critical amino acid value is seen as a better representation of soybean quality than…