Soybean Meal

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We source from multiple geographical regions to provide our end-user customers with a reliable and secure supply chain.

We can offer you a wide variety of food-grade NON-GMO Soybeans, depending on customer preferences. We work with suppliers has the highest industry standards and we can have the product shipped in bulk or bags.

We select regions with a shared focus on market niche and value-added opportunities, bringing you added synergy and support. With a long-term view to supplying the market, S.I.R Group continues to develop new products with enhanced health, nutrition, taste, and processing traits. This will ensure your relevance in the soy-food market now and in the future.

Soybean Meal: Definition, Production Insights, and Technical Specifications for Feed Mills

What is Soybean Meal?

Soybean meal is a high-protein feed ingredient derived from soybeans after oil extraction, either through solvent or mechanical pressing. As a co-product of soybean oil production, it is heat-treated to neutralize anti-nutritional factors like trypsin inhibitors, making it highly digestible and rich in essential amino acids. Globally, it is the leading plant-based protein source for poultry, swine, cattle, and aquaculture diets, supporting growth, productivity, and feed efficiency.

At Ametheus, we source premium soybean meal from top producers—India, Ukraine, and Brazil—offering both regular and high-protein (HiPro) variants. Below, we explore India’s production capacity, provide detailed technical specifications for our products, and compare them to help feed mills choose the best option from Goofood.

Non - GMO Soybean Meal (SBM)                                                        

Soybean meal (SBM) is the main source of protein and amino acids (AA) used in animal feed formulations worldwide, particularly for monogastric species. Soybean is a source of high-quality vegetable protein, with a less variable chemical composition than other protein sources. However, due to its high inclusion rates (especially in poultry diets), any lack of uniformity in SBM will have more relevance than a variation in any of the other protein sources added to the formula.

It represents two-thirds of the total world output of protein feedstuffs, including all other major oil meals and fish meals. Its feeding value is unsurpassed by any other plant protein source and it is the standard to which other protein sources are compared. While it has been an accepted part of livestock and poultry diets, soybean feed production took off and then accelerated due to growing demand from developing countries. The expansion of aquaculture and prohibitions on the feed use of slaughterhouse by-products have also fueled the demand for this high-quality source of protein.

Soybean meal is the by-product of the extraction of soybean oil. Several processes exist, resulting in different products. Soybean meal is usually classified for marketing by its crude protein content. High-protein types are obtained from dehulled seeds and contain 47-49% protein and 3% crude fibre (as-fed basis). Other types of soybean meal include the hulls or part of the hulls and contain less than 47% protein and more than 6% crude fibre. In solvent-extracted soybean meals, the oil content is typically lower than 2% while it exceeds 3% in mechanically-extracted meals.

Technical Specifications of Soybean Meal from Goofood

Indian Super Soybean Meal (SBM) – Feed Grade

Sourced from India’s non-GMO soybeans, this regular meal is an economical choice for poultry and livestock diets.

• Protein: Min. 46%
• Fat: Max. 1.5%
• Fiber: Max. 7%
• Sand/Silica: Max. 2.5%
• Moisture: Max. 12%
• Urease Activity: Max. 0.3 mg N/g/min at 30°C (EEC method)
• Key Features: Affordable, high digestibility, ideal for general rations.

Indian HiPro Soybean Meal (HSBM) – Feed Grade

Dehulled for higher protein and lower fiber, this premium Indian meal suits high-performance poultry and aquaculture.

• Protein: Min. 49%
• Fat: Max. 1.5%
• Fiber: Max. 4%
• Sand/Silica: Max. 1%
• Moisture: Max. 12%
• Urease Activity: Max. 0.3 mg N/g/min at 30°C (EEC method)
• Key Features: High protein, low impurities, perfect for broilers and layers.

Ukrainian Soybean Meal (HSBM) – Feed Grade

From Ukraine’s fertile Black Sea region, this HiPro meal offers consistent quality for balanced poultry nutrition.

• Protein: Min. 46% (as is)
• Fat: Max. 2.5%
• Fiber: Max. 5% (as is)
• Moisture and Volatile Matter: Max. 12%
• Urease Activity: Max. 0.2 pH
• Key Features: Reliable protein, suitable for precision diets.

Brazilian Soybean Meal (PROFAT) – Feed Grade

Brazil’s PROFAT meal, with a combined protein and fat basis of 48%, is a premium option from a global leader.

• Protein + Fat (PROFAT): Basis 48% (max. 2% fat), max. 3% deficiency beyond specification
• Moisture: Basis 12.5%, max. 13% (AOCS Ba 2a-38)
• Fiber: Basis 7%, max. 8% (AOCS Ba 6-84)
• Sand/Silica: Basis 1%, max. 2% (AOCS Ba 5b-68)
• Ash: Max. 7% (AOCS Ba 5a-49)
• Urease Activity: Max. 0.5 (AOCS Ba 9-58)
• Additional Standards: Free from castor seed/husks (GAFTA 119 tolerance), Brazil ANEC 71 compliant
• Key Features: High consistency, low fiber, ideal for premium feeds.

Comparison: Indian SBM, Indian HSBM, Ukrainian HSBM, and Brazilian PROFAT

*Note: Brazilian PROFAT combines protein and fat at 48% basis, with a maximum 3% deficiency allowance.

Key Insights

1. Protein Leader: Indian HSBM (49%) offers the highest protein, followed by Brazilian PROFAT (48%) and Indian SBM/Ukrainian HSBM (46%).
2. Fiber Advantage: Indian HSBM (max. 4%) and Ukrainian HSBM (max. 5%) are lower in fiber than Indian SBM (max. 7%) and Brazilian PROFAT (max. 8%), enhancing digestibility.
3. Supply Scale: Brazil dominates with ~40 MMT, India follows with 10-11 MMT, and Ukraine contributes 2-3 MMT, making India a strong mid-tier supplier.
4. Non-GMO Edge: Indian SBM and HSBM are non-GMO, unlike much of Brazil’s output, appealing to sustainability-focused markets.
5. Cost vs. Quality: Indian SBM is cost-effective, while Indian HSBM and Brazilian PROFAT target premium performance.

Why Choose Ametheus for Soybean Meal?

• Diverse Origins: Access India’s non-GMO bounty (10-11 MMT annually), Ukraine’s reliable HiPro, and Brazil’s high-volume PROFAT.
• Quality Assurance: Strict adherence to feed-grade standards, with low urease activity for optimal nutrition.
• Tailored Solutions: From economical Indian SBM to high-protein HSBM and PROFAT, we meet all feed mill needs.
• Global Reach: Competitive pricing and consistent supply from three major producers.

Please contact us for more information and the availability of Non - GMO Soybean and Soybean Meal (SBM).