Asia Pacific has highest growth opportunities for soybean

The soybean market is driven by the nutritive, functional properties, and the health benefits this legume offers. The largest market for soy protein ingredients is in the North American region, whilst Asia-Pacific market is projected to register the best growth opportunities. Moreover, China and India will be the fastest-growing countries in the global soy protein ingredients market as their strong economic growth continues. Latin America is the second-fastest growing region and Brazil is the major market for soy protein ingredients. The North American and European regions are expected to show moderate growth rate from 2013 to 2018.

Soybean can be processed in three ways, namely soy protein isolates (90% protein), soy protein concentrates (70% protein), and soy flour (50% protein). Soy protein ingredients are key ingredients in the meat processing industry and also for infant formulas. They are equipped with a complete amino acid profile and are used variously as a stabiliser, emulsifier, tenderiser, binder, gel, and thickener in food and beverage processing.
Soy proteins carry all the essential amino acids. Soy is generally high in calcium and is used to treat osteoporosis. FDA has declared that soy can reduce cholesterol level. These are also rich in fiber, polyunsaturated fats and lecithin, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B. Soy protein ingredients are considered as environmentally friendly as they require less amount of water. They are a good substitute to animal protein as well as being significantly cheaper, hence they play an essential role in animal welfare and are known to be eco-friendly.
For more information, access Soy Protein Ingredients Market By Types (Isolates, Concentrates, and Others), Applications, and Geography - Global Trends and Forecasts to 2018"  from Research and Markets.