A new study found that replacing soybean oil with fish oil in intravenous nutrition can reverse intestinal failure-associated liver disease in children. After 17 weeks, nearly 80% of patients experienced a reversal of their liver disease, while only 5% of those who received soybean oil saw a reversal.
The study found that pig digestive systems can utilize oil from full-fat soybeans more easily than oils from corn co-products. Digestibility of fats was highest in extracted corn oil and lowest in DDGS, corn germ, and high-oil corn.
Researchers used GIS software to map Brazil's grain storage facilities and found significant undercapacity, particularly in the northern state of Mato Grosso. The study aims to determine optimal locations for additional storage, addressing postharvest losses and increasing production efficiency.
A new framework, telecoupling, describes how distance is shrinking and connections are strengthening between nature and humans. It shows how environmental and socioeconomic actions lead to reactions and feedbacks that reverberate globally, affecting global sustainability.
Researchers discovered that gut microbes in rotation-resistant Western corn rootworms facilitate their ability to feed on soybean leaves and tolerate the plant's defenses. The study found significant differences in bacterial species abundance and digestive enzyme activity between resistant and nonresistant beetles.
Copa meal contains 22% crude protein, while palm kernel meal and expellers have around 14%, with higher fiber content affecting digestibility. Copra and palm kernel products also have lower energy concentrations compared to soybean meal, limiting their inclusion rates in pig diets.
A new study predicts that large-scale Amazon deforestation will reduce the region's natural carbon sink and inflict climate feedbacks, decreasing pasture and soybean productivity. By 2050, biomass on the ground could decline by up to 65% due to forest removal and resulting climate change.
Researchers found that high amounts of nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, and sulfur are needed for modern corn hybrids, with applications made during key growth stages to maximize crop growth. Adequate accounting for nutrients with high harvest index values is vital to maintaining long-term soil productivity.
Research from North Carolina State University suggests that invasive kudzu bugs can spread beyond the southern United States to other parts of the country where soybeans are grown. This could lead to significant crop damage, doubling the impact on farmers as both generations of the bug attack soybean crops.
Researchers found that peptides derived from soybean meal inhibit cancer cell growth by up to 73%, making it a potential nutraceutical for reducing colon, liver and lung cancer cell growth. This breakthrough could lead to the development of new cancer treatments.
In a new study, researchers found that young pigs prefer a diet rich in soybean meal, with a clear preference for this ingredient over other meal options. Replacing soybean meal with canola meals could lead to cost savings in pork production, but glucosinolates may impact feed quality.
Researchers found that replacing soybean meal with canola, cottonseed, and sunflower products can be viable alternatives for pigs, but they have reduced amino acid digestibility due to higher fiber content.
A new study has found that widely used nanoparticles accumulate in soybean plants grown in farm soil, which could have health implications. Zinc oxide and cerium dioxide, commonly used in cosmetics, were detected in the reproductive/edible portions of the soybeans.
Researchers at Rice University have developed a new process to convert soybean byproducts into succinic acid, a valuable chemical used in various industries. The process uses genetically modified E. coli bacteria to metabolize soluble carbohydrates from soybeans, achieving a high yield and a 1:1 ratio of feedstock to product.
A new study by Brown University finds that farm soils mediate the environmental consequences of modern farming, particularly with phosphorus, a key agricultural nutrient. The research compares soybean production in US, Brazil, and Argentina, revealing how soil type and management impact phosphorus usage and environmental pollution.
Researchers have developed a method to determine the viability of Asian soybean rust spores using two staining techniques. The new test allows for early detection of viable spores, enabling farmers to apply fungicides at the right time and minimizing yield losses.
Ground-level ozone concentrations are already high enough to damage crop production, reducing seed yields by roughly half a bushel per acre for each additional part per billion. Researchers found that potential increases in background ozone could lead to yield losses of 9-19 percent by 2030.
Researchers identified a gene related to soybean resistance to nematodes also correlates with human diseases including lymphocytic leukemia, spina bifida, and cardiovascular disease. The discovery opens up new possibilities for breeding resistant varieties of soybeans.
Researchers have identified multiple genes that contribute to soybean resistance against the soybean cyst nematode, which causes hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of damage each year. By understanding how these genes interact and regulate expression, scientists may develop new methods for engineering artificial stronger resistance.
Researchers have discovered a genetic structure that makes soybeans resistant to a devastating disease, and it's not just one gene but three neighboring genes working together. The unique structure of these genes, which are duplicated multiple times, is the key to their effectiveness.
Researchers found that pigs digest the phosphorous in fermented soybean meal (FSBM) better than conventional soybean meal due to fermentation's ability to release phytate-bound phosphorus. FSBM offers a 65.5% standardized, total-tract digestibility of phosphorus, compared to 46.1% in conventional soybean meal.
The new soybean biorefinery technology can utilize essentially every component of the soybean to produce bio-based ingredients for high-value products. This approach aims to reduce dependence on petroleum as a feedstock and increases the value of local economies.
Researchers discovered that two nanomaterials, cerium oxide and zinc oxide, can profoundly alter soil-based food crop quality and yield. The study found that zinc oxide nanoparticles increased the level of zinc in plant tissues, while cerium oxide reduced nitrogen fixation, compromising soil fertility.
A new study reveals that the western corn rootworm's resistance to crop rotation is linked to increased levels of protein-degrading enzymes in its gut. The insects can survive longer on soybeans and cause more damage than their non-resistant counterparts, allowing them to lay eggs in bean fields.
Scientists discover soybeans can naturally release BBI, a potential cancer-fighter, when soaked in warm water. The process could provide an environmentally friendly alternative to industrial methods.
A MU researcher is working on a project to protect soybeans from nematode parasites, which cause significant crop losses in the US. The goal is to develop genetically modified soybean plants with enhanced resistance to these pests.
Dow and DuPont are developing high-oleic oils that can replace partially hydrogenated oils in fried foods, reducing trans fat content and increasing heart health. These new oils are expected to result in a 40% cost savings for the food industry.
Researchers found low densities of key insect pests in Illinois corn and soybean fields due to environmental conditions and widespread use of Bt-corn hybrids. This practice goes against integrated pest management advice, leading to concerns about insect resistance.
Researchers found that strip-till improved nutrient uptake and increased yield in soybeans, but had no impact on yield when fertilizers were applied through broadcast or deep banding methods. Subsurface banding of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers may reduce surface phosphorus levels and offer environmental benefits.
New archaeological evidence suggests that soybean domestication may have occurred as early as 5,500 years ago, with widespread adoption in northern China, Japan, and South Korea. This discovery challenges long-held assumptions about the origins of soybean domestication.
New research modifies soybean seed to increase phosphorus content, improving animal nutrition and reducing feed costs. The study suggests that low phytate soybean seeds may cause low vigor seedlings, which can be easily addressed through seed treatments.
The soybean aphid, Aphis glycines, is a significant insect pest reducing US soybean yields by $2.4 billion annually. Biological control, host plant resistance, and other factors affecting its populations are reviewed.
The Soybean Rust Pest Information Platform for Extension and Education (PIPE) has saved farmers between $209-299 million since its introduction in 2005. The platform relies on accurate and timely monitoring data, weather data, and state-of-the-art information technology to provide essential management decisions.
A study by the USDA found that high ozone levels above 50 ppb can reduce soybean yields by at least 10 percent, resulting in significant economic losses. Satellite data provides a useful tool for monitoring ozone damage to crops in rural areas where ground networks are limited.
A study by USDA-ARS scientist Arnold Bruns compared twin-row and single-row soybean plantings and found that the former yielded more pods per plant without affecting seed yield. Twin-row production resulted in increased yields on both soils, but only minor economic benefits of $75 per hectare. The study highlights the importance of con...
Scientists have discovered that alligator fat can be converted into high-quality biodiesel, meeting official standards and rivaling soybean oil in composition. The alligator meat industry's waste product is now being explored as a non-food source of biodiesel fuel.
A Michigan State University study shows that converting Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) land to corn and soybean production creates a significant carbon debt. Growing CRP grasses for cellulosic ethanol instead provides immediate energy and climate benefits, with no carbon debt.
A study found that North American soybeans have a genetic treasure trove in the form of stress-resistant soybeans from a Swedish village called Fiskeby. The Fiskeby soybeans were highly tolerant to salt, aluminum, drought, high ozone levels, iron deficiency, and toxic soil aluminum.
A study by Kansas State University researchers linked increased soybean and biofuel crop production in Brazil to significant deforestation in the Amazon. Reducing soybean production by 10% could decrease deforestation by nearly 40%.
The study found that self-seeding winter cereal cover crops produced consistent growth using wheat cover crop and mechanical seed dispersal. This technique can lower costs and risks while extending ecological functions of cover crops beyond their normal termination dates.
A new University of Minnesota project aims to refine successful farming techniques for corn and soybeans in anticipation of climate change. Scientists will investigate the benefits of precision zonal management, which enables crops to receive optimal nutrients while soil-building processes occur between rows.
Researchers identify top biotic constraints affecting soybean production, including aphids, rust, nematodes, and exotic pathogen red leaf blotch. Genetic resources, biosecurity measures, and resistant cultivars are needed to combat these threats.
A new Q-PCR assay technique enables precise quantification of fungal DNA in soybean leaf tissue to assess resistance to soybean rust. This method improves upon traditional visual assessments, allowing for more accurate mapping of quantitative resistance genes.
Scientists at Iowa State University have introduced a starch-controlling gene into soybean plants, increasing protein content by 30-60%. This discovery holds promise for improving nutrition in areas with protein-deficient diets. The research also sheds light on genes with obscure functionalities and their potential applications.
Researchers identified resistant soybean accessions in the southern US, with Rpp1 and Rpp3 genes proving effective. The findings suggest a different origin for US soybean rust than previously thought.
Researchers at the University of Illinois found that fermented and enzyme-treated soybean meals can replace fish meal in weanling pig diets without sacrificing digestibility. These new sources are cheaper alternatives to traditional fish meal, which has seen a significant price increase.
A recent study by Dr. William Cox found that soybeans grown in 7.5-inch rows have a 15% greater yield than those planted in 30-inch rows, even in the Northeast's shorter growing season. The difference is attributed to lower biomass and fewer seeds, due to reduced seeding rates with corn planters.
Two bacterial enzymes, AAD-1 and AAD-12, have been identified as conferring robust resistance to 2,4-D in corn and soybeans. The discovery may provide a solution to the spread of herbicide-resistant weeds, allowing growers an alternative to glyphosate.
Iron deficient soils in the North Central United States reduce soybean production by 12.5 million bushels annually. Researchers found that adding nitrogen fertilizer can exacerbate iron deficiency in low-efficient varieties, whereas efficient varieties are less affected.
Field pennycress, a common roadside plant, has shown promising results as a potential source of biofuel due to its high seed yields and ability to thrive in cold weather. The USDA study found that the oil from field pennycress seeds can be converted into biodiesel with cloud and pour points suitable for use in cold climates.
Researchers created a high-protein soy snack to address India's protein deficiency issue, working with an Indian foundation to reach 1.2 million underprivileged children. The snacks' success was validated through taste tests, paving the way for increased student performance and improved health outcomes.
A University of Missouri research team created a soybean that produces oil rich in oleic acid, a stable component that reduces saturated and trans fats. The new soybean results in healthier oil with increased omega-3 fatty acids.
The study found that Miscanthus uses more water than other crops like switchgrass and corn, but reduces the potential for nitrogen pollution. This could lead to a decrease in runoff and surface water supplies, particularly during late summer and early fall.
The American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) are presenting various scholarships and fellowships to students pursuing careers in agronomy and plant sciences. The scholarships include the Hank Beachell Future Leader Scholarship, United Soybean Board Fellowship...
A new trade name, Sparta – the Soybean Aphid Shield, has been developed by Dechun Wang, which promises healthier harvests for growers and a little green for the university too. The resistant genes were isolated from 2,000 strains of soybeans tested against aphids.
Scientists have narrowed down where genes that determine protein and oil content are likely to be found in the soybean genome. Breeders can use these 'signposts' to develop new soybean lines with higher protein and oil levels, enhancing U.S. competitiveness in international markets.
Researchers predict carbon dioxide levels will double by 2050, altering plant diseases and affecting crop yields. Elevated carbon dioxide and ozone can make plants more susceptible to some diseases, but less susceptible to others.
Researchers found that cheatgrass has a competitive edge over soybeans due to its better-suited biochemistry under elevated carbon dioxide concentrations. The study highlights the potential risks of rising CO2 levels for agriculture, as some plants may be harmed by increased atmospheric carbon dioxide.
A University of Guelph study found that organic pesticides can be less effective and more environmentally damaging than conventional pesticides. The research compared the effectiveness and impact of six pesticides on soybean crops, with organic products requiring higher doses to control aphid populations.
Low-external-input cropping systems reduce energy and yield impacts compared to conventional corn and soybean rotation. Manure application decreases fossil fuel energy costs without significantly increasing labor inputs.