Only 2% of US soybeans are grown non-GM

for food purposes account for about 2% of total U.S. soybean production — a figure virtually unchanged from 2024. With soybean prices on the Chicago Board of Trade steady at around $10 per bushel, non-GM production continues to attract farmers seeking higher profitability. The share of contracted acreage for food-grade non-GM soybeans rose from 65% in 2024 to 67% in 2025. Will McNair, USSEC’s Director of Soy Product Development, said these figures help market participants better understand production trends and plan for future growth. The average on-farm premium for food-grade non-GM soybeans reached $2.53 per bushel in 2025. This figure includes all soybean types — from beans used in tofu and soy milk to natto — and does not reflect specific purchase prices. Exports remain the key driver of the U.S. non-GM soybean market. The main end uses are tofu (41%), soy milk (21%), natto (14%), miso (9%), and soy sauce (6%). Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan remain the top importers of U.S. ...