Soya Bean

Soya beans has numerous uses, and since the arrival of Soya bean (Glycine max) in Africa in 1857 , it has been widely cultivated for its edible bean. Originally from East Asia, one would think is was from Africa due to its adaptation and wide rate of cultivation.

Soybeans contain significant amounts of phytic acid, dietary minerals and B vitamins. Soy vegetable oil, used in food and industrial applications, is another product of processing the soybean crop. Soybean is the most important protein source for feed farm animals (that in turn yields animal protein for human consumption)