Impact of Imported Organic Soybean Meal on U.S. Market

U.S. organic soybean acreage is expanding at an exceptional 18.1% compound annual growth rate, significantly outpacing conventional agriculture and indicating strong market demand for organic production. Data gaps for 2026 organic soybean meal imports from India—historically a key supplier—create supply chain uncertainty at a time when domestic organic production cannot meet growing feed demand from poultry and dairy operations. Total U.S. soybean meal imports reached 163,722 metric tons valued at $1.1 million in January 2026, with USMCA partners representing 68% of volume, highlighting strong