THE INNOVATION - Global soybean trade dynamics: Drivers, impacts, and sustainability
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September 27, 2025
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Peng, Dailiang Zhang, Hongchi Zhang, Yizhou Yu, Le Chen, Minpeng Chen, Jing M. You, Liangzhi Li, Peiwu Liu, Jianguo Zhang, Xiaoyang Arvor, Damien Kuchler, Patrick Huang, Jianxi Zhang, Hankui Hao, Pengyu Huang, Jingfeng Shi, Zhou Wang, Fumin Song, Kaishan Pei, Zhiyuan Li, Cunjun Xie, Yue Zhang, Qi Liang, Meijuan Li, Hui Hu, Jinkang Lou, Zihang Zheng, Shijun Feng, Xuxiang Peng, Hao Li, Xiyu Huete, Alfredo Zhang, Bing
DOI: 10.1016/j.xinn.2025.101124
Abstract
Since the 20th century, the global soybean trade has undergone major changes, shaped by rising demand, climate-related risks, and shifting international dynamics. Despite its global importance, important gaps remain in understanding the complex drivers and sustainability challenges of this transformation. This review synthesizes both direct and indirect forces reshaping trade flows, spanning market dynamics, supply chain logistics, policy shifts, and technological innovation. We examine how soybean trade expansion has impacted deforestation, inequality, and food security, and assess the responses of governments and companies to address these challenges. Finally, we provide a forward-looking perspective on the strategic pathways needed to ensure a more resilient and sustainable global soybean system. The integrated insights offered in this review can inform sustainable trade strategies and foster cross-scale policy coordination for a more resilient global agri-food system.
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