Know Your Nuts: Understanding the Differences Between Nuts and Seeds, Grains, Drupes and Legumes

Oilseed Processing

Many people use the terms “nuts and seeds” interchangeably — and incorrectly. Additional subcategories like drupes, legumes, cereal grains, and pseudo-cereal grains make these classifications even more confusing. It’s enough to drive anyone nuts. However, these seemingly trivial designations make a big difference in distinguishing the unique physical structure that differentiates grains, beans, nuts and…

Capturing the Premium Market Potential of High Oleic Soybean Oil

Soybean Production

Soybean oil dominates food, feed, and industrial markets around the world, comprising nearly a third of global vegetable oil production. Although its widespread availability and relatively lower price make it popular across various applications, conventional soybean oil also comes with major drawbacks. As market demand shifts away from partially hydrogenated oil toward healthier fats, high…

Prioritizing Protein: How the New Food Pyramid and Updated Dietary Guidelines Impact Oilseed Processors

In the Press

The message behind the Trump Administration’s new food pyramid and updated dietary guidelines is clear: “Eat real food,” in the words of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The latest guidelines urge Americans to prioritize proteins, healthy fats, and produce while avoiding highly processed foods. This dietary overhaul marks “the most significant…

Unraveling the Paradox: Mechanically Extracted Soybean Meal Protein Quality Parameters

Soybean Processing

For soybean meal processors, the goal is to deliver feed ingredients that support animal health and performance. But achieving optimal soybean meal protein quality is a delicate balancing act. Excessive heat treatment during processing can damage the essential amino acids that animals depend on, while insufficient heat can leave harmful anti-nutritional factors in the meal.…

Navigating Growth Opportunities and Obstacles in the Biofuel Market

Oilseed Processing

In the search for more sustainable solutions to rising energy demands and environmental concerns, biofuels and other alternative energy sources are gaining traction as alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. Driven by shifting federal policies, ongoing regulatory adjustments, and dynamic market forces, the biofuel market is facing growth opportunities as well as obstacles ahead. By understanding…

Understanding the Current Copra Market

Oilseed Processing

As a critical raw ingredient for coconut oil production, copra—the fleshy white meat of the coconut—holds a vital position in the global economy. Driven by a complex interplay of rising demand and shrinking supply, the copra market is facing dramatic fluctuations as farmers and processors struggle to keep pace with the plant’s growing popularity. Recognizing…

Strategies to Strengthen Oil Mill Profitability in a Competitive Market

Oilseed Processing

Oil mill profitability depends on more than reliable machinery. Building a new facility is a sign of growth, but financial results rely on demand, procurement, and smart planning. From raw material supply to transportation costs, every factor can strengthen or weaken the bottom line. Understanding what drives financial success is essential for both newcomers and established…