What’s Inside the Ebook
This guide explores current soybean market dynamics, persistent processing challenges, and rising growth opportunities in South Africa as the country’s oilseed industry continues to advance.
South Africa’s soybean fields have more than doubled from
574,000 hectares in the 2016/2017 season to an estimated 1.151 million hectares in the 2025 season.
The country’s total soybean supply for the 2025/2026 season is expected to reach 2.8 million tons.
While South Africa’s soybean production has surged to record levels, processors still face persistent hurdles that hinder efficiency, product quality, and profitability.