<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Stakeholders in the soyabean value chain, backed by various associations, are urging the government to declare 2026 as the 'Year of Soy' to boost consumption and address nutrition concerns.</li><li>A national consultation in New Delhi on July 12 aims to present a white paper advocating for the mainstreaming of soybean-based food products, recommending their inclusion in mass feeding programs and distribution to improve food security.</li><li>The white paper emphasizes the nutritional benefits of soya products, their potential to bridge supply-demand gaps in pulses, reduce imports, and enhance health security. It also highlights the cost-effectiveness of soya protein compared to other sources.</li><li>The initiative seeks to combat malnutrition, boost farmer income, promote entrepreneurship, enhance public health, and drive exports of high-value soya products. Recommendations from the consultation will be presented to key ministries for future policy guidance.</li></ul>

Stakeholders to urge govt to declare 2026 as ‘Year of Soy’

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