ST. LOUIS, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Whatever you make,
U.S. Soy makes you more sustainable. That is why the food industry
is innovating to improve sustainability in their product supply
chains from farm to fork. By labeling soy ingredients with the new
Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark, you are recognizing that those
soybeans originated from a system of continuous environmental
improvement.
From January 19 through March 19,
the United Soybean Board (USB) is teaming up with partners from
Soylent and DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences that will
be participating in a pilot program to market their products and
ingredients as being made with Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy.
"DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences is proud to partner with USB
and Soylent in developing the Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark,
which represents the many ways that U.S. growers are working to
ensure that U.S. soy sets the global benchmark for sustainable
plant protein production," says Tony
Andrew, Protein Solutions Business Unit Leader at DuPont
Nutrition & Biosciences.
The new mark denotes agricultural practices, such as no-till and
cover crops, that deliver sustainable outcomes
in biodiversity, soil carbon, water management, and overall
soil conservation. U.S. Soy delivers the food industry a quality
ingredient to help them meet their sustainability goals by
prioritizing soil health and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions and energy usage.
Customers can be assured that products carrying the mark contain
soy ingredients that:
- Were grown in the United
States
- Are compliant with all U.S. environmental regulations
- Protect highly erodible soils and wetlands
- Were grown on family farms with responsible labor
practices
"It's an honor to be one of the first companies to receive the
Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark. For years, we have created
market-leading products rooted in science and sustainability, so it
was important to us to be a part of this pilot," says Demir Vangelov, CEO of Soylent.
Across the U.S., soybean farmers like Belinda Burrier are focused on being good
stewards of natural resources and have been utilizing sustainable
practices on their farms for years. "It feels good knowing that
when I grow this nutrient-dense protein, I am not only helping the
food industry feed millions of families across the country
sustainably but also contributing to a cleaner planet for the next
generation," said Burrier.
Sustainable ingredients won't just help food companies and
industrial partners to meet their sustainability goals, but their
business goals, too as consumer preference for sustainable, U.S.
grown products continues to increase. According to USB's
27th annual Food Industry Insights survey, when a
product is associated with the Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark, the
majority (nearly 70%) of consumers familiar with sustainable
farming said they would be more likely to purchase the product –
showing a strong correlation between the mark and consumer sales.
The mark also assures customers that soy used in ingredients was
grown in the U.S. on family farms with responsible labor practices
and is compliant with all U.S. environmental regulations.
After the pilot program, USB anticipates making the mark
available to other interested companies. Requests to use the
Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark will be accepted through a USB
managed portal. To participate, the customer will provide an
overview of their supply chain which will be reviewed by a
third-party auditor. The percentage of soy used by end product will
be measured and applied against supply standards on a mass balance
basis. The Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark is based on a national
system of sustainability and conservation laws and regulations and
farmer participation in the U.S. Farm Program. It seeks to increase
demand for soybeans grown by U.S. farmers that commit to practices
such as conservation tillage, cover crops and responsible nutrient
management (e.g. right source, right rate, right time, and right
place). The Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark applies to those
soybean acres grown under best practices on-farm.
To learn more about the Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark, or
interested in applying to use the mark on your own ingredients and
products, visit www.sustainableussoymark.com.
About United Soybean Board
United Soybean Board's 78
volunteer farmer-directors work on behalf of all U.S. soybean
farmers to achieve maximum value for their soy checkoff
investments. These volunteers invest and leverage checkoff funds in
programs and partnerships to drive soybean innovation beyond the
bushel and increase preference for U.S. soy. That preference is
based on U.S. soybean meal and oil quality and the sustainability
of U.S. soybean farmers. As stipulated in the federal Soybean
Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act, the USDA
Agricultural Marketing Service has oversight responsibilities for
USB and the soy checkoff. For more information on the United
Soybean Board, visit unitedsoybean.org. For more information on
U.S. Soy, visit www.ussoy.org.
About DuPont
DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation
leader with technology-based materials, ingredients and solutions
that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees
apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their
best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets
including electronics, transportation, construction, water, health
and wellness, food, and worker safety. More information can be
found at www.dupont.com/. Investors can access information included
on the Investor Relations section of the website at
investors.dupont.com.
About DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences
DuPont
Nutrition & Biosciences applies expert science to advance
market-driven, healthy and sustainable solutions for the food,
beverage, dietary supplement and pharmaceutical industries. We also
use cutting-edge biotechnology across a range of markets to advance
bio-based solutions to meet the needs of a growing population,
while protecting our environment for future generations. We are
innovative solvers who help our customers turn challenges into
high-value business opportunities. For more information:
www.dupontnutritionandbiosciences.com.
About Soylent
Soylent, founded in
2013, is a pioneer in food technology and produces delicious,
functionally complete foods that are good for the body and the
planet. The company was quick to become a disruptor and a driver in
the Food and Beverage world. Soylent is on a mission to provide
complete, sustainable nutrition that is accessible, appealing and
affordable. Its line of plant-based products are formulated to
provide a complete array of protein, vitamins, minerals, fats and
carbohydrates that the body needs to thrive in convenient formats.
The Company is headquartered in Los
Angeles, California. For additional information please
visit www.Soylent.com.
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