Soy
Soybean production is expanding rapidly to satisfy demand, raising concerns about the environmental and social impact of changes in land use. A more responsible approach is urgently needed.
After a decade or so of detailed research into sustainability issues across many key crops, we believe we can make a practical contribution to the debate on sustainable soy. With our experience in palm oil research and work through the RSPO (link to working in partnership), we are keen to support an international roundtable on responsible soya production because soya shares so many of the same issues.
Subjects currently being debated among industry leaders, NGOs and others in the supply chain include developing industry-wide standards, compliance assessment programmes and certification systems that will help protect biodiversity, in particular.