Soybean Global Market Report 2025

Description

Soybeans are legumes that originated in East Asia and are among the most significant crops worldwide due to their high protein and oil content. They are rich in essential amino acids, making them a valuable protein source for human consumption as well as animal feed. Additionally, soybeans play an important role in agricultural practices by enhancing soil health through nitrogen fixation.

The main types of soybeans include conventional and organic varieties. Conventional soybeans are non-genetically modified (non-GMO) and are cultivated using traditional agricultural methods without modern genetic modifications. These soybeans are available in both processed and raw forms and are utilized in a variety of applications, including food and beverages, soybean food products, fermented soya foods, non-fermented products, soybean oils, and animal feed.

The soybean market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides soybean market statistics, including the soybean industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with a soybean market share, detailed soybean market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the soybean industry. This soybean market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.

The soybean market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $160.29 billion in 2024 to $169.68 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising global demand, biofuel production, favorable weather conditions, trade policies, and expanding livestock industry.

The soybean market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $210.62 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to population growth, dietary shifts toward plant-based protein, climate change impacts, trade agreements, and market diversification. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for organic soybeans, focus on sustainability, fluctuating commodity prices, changing consumer preferences, and growth in soy-based alternatives.

The expected increase in animal feed consumption is likely to drive growth in the soybean market moving forward. Animal feed refers to the food provided to domestic animals, which typically consists of grains, forages, and supplements that supply the necessary nutrients for their growth, maintenance, and productivity. The rising demand for animal feed is primarily fueled by the growing global population and the increasing consumption of meat and dairy products. Soybeans are particularly valued in animal feed for their high protein content, essential amino acids, and favorable nutrient profile, making them an efficient nutritional source for livestock. For example, in September 2024, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board, a UK-based statutory levy board, reported that total production, including integrated poultry units (IPU), reached 7.81 million tonnes from July to January of that season, reflecting a 1.3% increase from the previous year's production of 7.71 million tonnes. Thus, the rising consumption of animal feed is propelling the growth of the soybean market.

Key companies in the soybean sector are concentrating on developing innovative solutions such as high-yield soy seed varieties to improve crop yield and resilience. High-yield soybean varieties are either genetically enhanced or selectively bred to produce larger quantities of soybeans per acre compared to conventional varieties. For instance, in March 2024, Protealis, a Belgium-based developer of seeds and seed technologies for sustainable plant proteins, introduced four new soybean varieties in Europe, PRO Vesuvio, PRO Helicon, PRO Taranaki, and PRO Jacinto. These varieties have been specifically bred to thrive in shorter growing seasons and colder climates, making them suitable for regions such as Belgium, France, and Germany. This strategic move aims to increase local protein production and provide sustainable alternatives for farmers transitioning from traditional crops. These new varieties are engineered to deliver both high yields and high protein content, which is crucial for European farmers looking to adopt more sustainable practices in their crop rotations.

In January 2023, Cargill Inc., a US-based company that offers food, ingredients, agricultural solutions, and industrial products, acquired Owensboro Grain Company for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to modernize and expand OGC's operations, aligning with Cargill's strategy to enhance its North American oilseeds network to meet the growing demand in the food, feed, and renewable fuel sectors. Owensboro Grain Company operates as a soybean processing facility and refinery based in the United States.

Major companies operating in the soybean market are Glencore plc, Cargill Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland, Wilmar International Limited, Bunge Limited, COFCO International, Louis Dreyfus Company, CHS Inc., Corteva Agriscience, Scoular, AG Processing Inc., Fuji Oil Co. Ltd., House Foods Corporation, SLC Agricola, Olam Group, Clarkson Grain Company, Nordic Soya Oy, Denofa AS, Noble Ecotech, Protealis

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the Soybean market in 2023. The regions covered in the soybean market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the soybean market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The soybean market consists of sales of soymeal, soy-based foods, biofuels, and other industrial materials. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Soybean Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on soybean market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

Markets Covered:1) By Type: Conventional; Organic
2) By Form: Processed; Raw
3) By End-Use: Food And Beverages; Soybean Food Products; Fermented Soya Food; Non-Fermented; Soybean Oils; Animal Feed
Subsegments:
1) By Conventional: Non-GMO Soybeans; GMO Soybeans
2) By Organic: Organic Non-GMO Soybeans; Organic GMO Soybeans
Companies Mentioned: Glencore plc; Cargill Incorporated; Archer Daniels Midland; Wilmar International Limited; Bunge Limited
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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1. Executive Summary

2. Soybean Market Characteristics

3. Soybean Market Trends And Strategies

4. Soybean Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid And Recovery On The Market

5. Global Soybean Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework

5.1. Global Soybean PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Soybean Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Soybean Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Soybean Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Soybean Total Addressable Market (TAM)

6. Soybean Market Segmentation

6.1. Global Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Conventional
Organic
6.2. Global Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Processed
Raw
6.3. Global Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Food And Beverages
Soybean Food Products
Fermented Soya Food
Non-Fermented
Soybean Oils
Animal Feed
6.4. Global Soybean Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Conventional, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Non-GMO Soybeans
GMO Soybeans
6.5. Global Soybean Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Organic, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Organic Non-GMO Soybeans
Organic GMO Soybeans

7. Soybean Market Regional And Country Analysis

7.1. Global Soybean Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Soybean Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

8. Asia-Pacific Soybean Market

8.1. Asia-Pacific Soybean Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

9. China Soybean Market

9.1. China Soybean Market Overview
9.2. China Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
9.3. China Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
9.4. China Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion

10. India Soybean Market

10.1. India Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
10.2. India Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
10.3. India Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

11. Japan Soybean Market

11.1. Japan Soybean Market Overview
11.2. Japan Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

12. Australia Soybean Market

12.1. Australia Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

13. Indonesia Soybean Market

13.1. Indonesia Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

14. South Korea Soybean Market

14.1. South Korea Soybean Market Overview
14.2. South Korea Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

15. Western Europe Soybean Market

15.1. Western Europe Soybean Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

16. UK Soybean Market

16.1. UK Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16.2. UK Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16.3. UK Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

17. Germany Soybean Market

17.1. Germany Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
17.2. Germany Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
17.3. Germany Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

18. France Soybean Market

18.1. France Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
18.2. France Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
18.3. France Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

19. Italy Soybean Market

19.1. Italy Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
19.2. Italy Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
19.3. Italy Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

20. Spain Soybean Market

20.1. Spain Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

21. Eastern Europe Soybean Market

21.1. Eastern Europe Soybean Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

22. Russia Soybean Market

22.1. Russia Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

23. North America Soybean Market

23.1. North America Soybean Market Overview
23.2. North America Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23.3. North America Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23.4. North America Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

24. USA Soybean Market

24.1. USA Soybean Market Overview
24.2. USA Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24.3. USA Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24.4. USA Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

25. Canada Soybean Market

25.1. Canada Soybean Market Overview
25.2. Canada Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

26. South America Soybean Market

26.1. South America Soybean Market Overview
26.2. South America Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26.3. South America Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26.4. South America Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

27. Brazil Soybean Market

27.1. Brazil Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

28. Middle East Soybean Market

28.1. Middle East Soybean Market Overview
28.2. Middle East Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

29. Africa Soybean Market

29.1. Africa Soybean Market Overview
29.2. Africa Soybean Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa Soybean Market, Segmentation By Form, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa Soybean Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion

30. Soybean Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles

30.1. Soybean Market Competitive Landscape
30.2. Soybean Market Company Profiles
- 30.2.1. Glencore plc Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
- 30.2.2. Cargill Incorporated Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
- 30.2.3. Archer Daniels Midland Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
- 30.2.4. Wilmar International Limited Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
- 30.2.5. Bunge Limited Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis

31. Soybean Market Other Major And Innovative Companies

31.1. COFCO International
31.2. Louis Dreyfus Company
31.3. CHS Inc.
31.4. Corteva Agriscience
31.5. Scoular
31.6. AG Processing Inc.
31.7. Fuji Oil Co. Ltd.
31.8. House Foods Corporation
31.9. SLC Agricola
31.10. Olam Group
31.11. Clarkson Grain Company
31.12. Nordic Soya Oy
31.13. Denofa AS
31.14. Noble Ecotech
31.15. Protealis

32. Global Soybean Market Competitive Benchmarking And Dashboard

33. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Soybean Market

34. Recent Developments In The Soybean Market

35. Soybean Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies

35.1 Soybean Market In 2029 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
35.2 Soybean Market In 2029 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
35.3 Soybean Market In 2029 - Growth Strategies
- 35.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
- 35.3.2 Competitor Strategies

36. Appendix

36.1. Abbreviations
36.2. Currencies
36.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
36.4. Research Inquiries
36.5. The Business Research Company
36.6. Copyright And Disclaimer