Soybeans in South Africa

 

Chemical composition. Together, protein and soybean oil content account for 56% of dry soybeans by weight (36% protein and 20% fat, table). The remainder consists of 30% carbohydrates, 9% water and 5% ash (table). Soybeans comprise approximately 8% seed coat or hull, 90% cotyledons and 2% hypocotyl axis or germ. Soybeans and soy foods may reduce the risk of a range of health problems, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, coronary heart disease (CHD), and some cancers as well as improving bone health.

 

How much is 1 kg of soybean?

BB Royal Soya Bean, 1 kg Pouch cost between R 8902.00 to R 9359.

 

Where is soybeans found in South Africa?

Out of all the provinces, Mpumalanga appears to be the one that produces the largest quantities of soya beans (about 42%). The Free State produces 22% of the total harvest, while KwaZulu-Natal produces 15%, Limpopo 8%, the North West 5% and Gauteng 2%.

How much is a ton of soya beans in South Africa?

The average soya bean export price stood at R 24,596.97 per ton in 2021, which increased by 27% against the previous year.

How much oil is 100 kg of soybeans?

Soybean is known to contain between 18 – 20% fat content. By expeller pressing you can extract around 10 to 12% oil. So you may require 7–9 kg of soybean for a liter of oil.

Which country is the largest producer of soybean in Africa?

Generally, Africa exports about 20,000 tons annually. Nigeria is the largest producer of soybean in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), followed by South Africa.

 

Is soybean farming profitable in South Africa?

Yes. It is a profitable crop indeed. According to state Maluleke, during the 2020/2021 marketing season South Africa exported 1 060t of soya bean, 99 000t soya bean oilcake, and almost 139 000t soya bean oil

Is soy and soya bean same?

Generally, Soya beans and soy beans are the same thing, the names can be used interchangeably, and the same is true of soya sauce and soy sauce. Young, green soya beans are marketed widely as edamame. Shoyu is the Japanese word for soya.

Are soybeans good for weight-loss?

Yes. Bear in mind that Soybeans is loaded with benefits of both soluble and insoluble fibers, soybeans are a good source of healthy plant based fibers and can help in easing out bowel movements. Also, the healthy amount of fiber present in soybeans can actually help in keeping you satiated for a longer duration of time, thereby promoting weight loss.

 

Where can I buy Soy bean in South Africa?

Here the stores you can buy Soya beans from in South Africa:

 

SOYA FOOD South Africa

Address: 103 Jan K Marais Ave, Malanshof, Johannesburg, 2021, South Africa

Phone: +27 82 490 8000.

 

Komati Foods

Address: 74 Lower Main Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa

Phone: +27 21 448 2130.

 

Impilo Products Pty Ltd

Address: Unit 10 Steyns Industrial Park, 433 Van Riebeeck St, Hermanstad, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa

Phone: +27 12 940 8665.