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Setting the Table to Nourish the World

Meeting Global Needs with U.S. Soy Solutions

U.S. Soy is a trusted, sustainable source of nutrition and energy worldwide. The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) bridges the gap between its domestic production and international demand for sustainable, high-quality soy. We’re proud to partner with U.S. Soy farmers, our members and international customers to help advance global nutrition security with integrity. 

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June 8, 2026

The Hidden Cost of Heat Damage: Why Soybean Meal Origin Affects What Pigs Actually Absorb 

By Thomas D’Alfonso, Ph.D., Worldwide Animal Nutrition Focus Area Director, USSEC  New university research confirms what quality-focused nutritionists have long suspected: heat damage to soybean meal – a known problem in many international origins – quietly erodes pig performance. And no amount of reformulating fully gets it back.  Consider a scenario familiar to many swine nutritionists: a diet formulated […]

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May 29, 2026

Beyond the Price Tag: How Digestible Nutrients Drive Profitability in Grow-Finish Swine

By Thomas D’Alfonso, Ph.D., Worldwide Animal Nutrition Focus Area Director, USSEC  Most swine nutritionists know that feed cost represents the largest single expense in commercial swine production. According to Nutrient Requirements of Swine (NRC 1812) formulations, feed ingredients can account for 60% to 75% of total live production costs. With this major investment, the question to ask is NOT “What do feed ingredients cost?” The question […]

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May 27, 2026

Soybean Meal Supports Sow Immune Health and Milk Quality 

By Thomas D’Alfonso, Ph.D., Worldwide Animal Nutrition Focus Area Director, USSEC  As genetic selection continues to push litter sizes past 20 pigs,¹ the nutritional demands on sows during gestation and lactation have never been higher. That pressure puts a spotlight on dietary crude protein – specifically, how much is needed and whether synthetic amino acids can replace the […]

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Soy Connext 2026

Aug 5, 2026 - Aug 7, 2026
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Tools for Choosing U.S. Soy

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Sustainability Certificates

Get U.S. Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol (SSAP) certificates, including carbon footprint data for Scope 3 emissions reporting, to address your customers’ request for documented and verified sustainable soy. 

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Conversion Table

Easily convert soybean weights, prices and yields. USSEC’s simple Conversion Table supports the entire soybean value chain. Make faster, smarter decisions with accurate, easy-to-use data. 

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Soybean Value Calculator

Calculate and compare the economic value of crushing soybeans from different origins using your operation’s specific data and parameters with USSEC’s Soybean Value Calculator. Get tailored insights to maximize profitability in your soybean sourcing strategy. 

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Our Impact at a Glance

71 %
of all U.S. Soy export shipments in 2024 had SSAP certificates
1100 +
products featuring Sustainable U.S. Soy logos 
100 +
USSEC Members representing the U.S. Soy value chain
40
Countries served through 6 Soy Excellence Centers
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