iGrain India - The USDA has projected a significant increase in global soybean production for the 2024-25 season, estimating a rise of 322.70 lakh tons, from 3948.70 lakh tons in the 2023-24 season to 4271.40 lakh tons. This increase is expected to come primarily from the top three soybean producers—Brazil, the United States, and Argentina.
Other important details from the USDA's report:
- Total Soybean Availability: This is expected to increase, with the global outstanding stock rising from 1011 lakh tons to 1121.60 lakh tons, and global production increasing by 322.70 lakh tons.
- Imports: Global soybean imports are expected to increase slightly, from 1776.60 lakh tons to 1781.80 lakh tons.
- Crushing Quantity: Soybean crushing is projected to increase from 3309.30 lakh tons to 3474.20 lakh tons.
- Global Consumption: Global soybean consumption is expected to rise by 196.50 lakh tons, from 3839.90 lakh tons to 4036.40 lakh tons, despite the increase in production.
Other countries contributing to soybean production include India, Uruguay, Paraguay, Ukraine, and Canada.