Current Program Highlights
WISHH Feed Mill Work is Key for West African Poultry and Aquaculture Growth
Poultry and aquaculture feeds are a top priority for WISHH’s 2021 focus in West Africa. In aquaculture, WISHH is leading a feasibility study of a new fish feed mill to supply several of the French-speaking countries in West Africa. Using
3 Reasons from Africa to Celebrate Soyfoods Month
WISHH is observing April Soyfoods Month by celebrating a West African strategic partner’s latest successes. Yedent Agro Group’s accomplishments are notable in any year. Achieving such resilient results in the midst of a pandemic is exceptional. From health-conscious consumers to
New USDA Reports Affirm WISHH’s Strategies in Central America
WISHH’s work is on the right track for U.S. soy in Central America. Two new USDA reports feature Guatemala and El Salvador as important countries for U.S. agriculture even as the countries face the challenges of COVID-19. WISHH’s ongoing strategies
Cambodian Aquaculturist Association Leads Again!
The ASA/WISHH-supported Cambodian Aquaculturist Association’s (CAA) membership continues to grow in numbers as well as leadership for the industry. CAA’s ranks now include 318 fish farmers, sellers, wholesalers, feed millers and distributors, as well as other industry representatives in Cambodia’s
ASA/WISHH Partners with Purdue University to Train Entrepreneurs on Business Planning
ASA/WISHH is partnering with Purdue University to deliver virtual training on business planning and strategies to mentor food and feed entrepreneurs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Through WISHH’s United Soybean Board-funded Mobilizing Entrepreneurs Initiative, Purdue Agricultural Economics Department faculty
WISHH Releases New 5-Year Strategic Plan
The ASA/WISHH Program Committee has completed development of its new 5-year strategic plan. WISHH and ASA will launch implementation of their complementary strategic plans on October 1, 2021. WISHH Committee members and state soybean organizations joined WISHH’s March 24 virtual
USDA Report Recognizes ASA/WISHH Results in ‘East Africa’s Economic Powerhouse’
USDA’s new Global Agricultural Information Network Report recognizes ASA/WISHH’s results in Kenya, which it describes as East Africa’s economic powerhouse. The USDA analysis finds Kenya home to a fast-growing population and middle class, as well as an expanding food service
WISHH Partnership Offers 38 Ways for African Aquaculture Industry to Learn About Soy Feeds
WISHH is partnering with Aquaculture Africa Magazine (AAM) to deliver a series of free webinars and trainings for Africa’s aquaculture industry in March and April. The partnership includes 17 webinars, 17 feature sessions highlighting news and trends in Africa’s academic
2020 Global Food Security Index Highlights Significance of WISHH Strategies
A new Corteva-sponsored global food security report reinforces the importance of WISHH’s work to connect trade and development. On February 23, the Economist Intelligence Unit released its ninth annual Global Food Security Index, which measures the underlying drivers of food security in 113 countries,
Hybrid Meats Containing Soy have Broad Appeal
Hybrid meats, including those that contain soy, may appeal to both flexitarians and meat eaters. A recent New York Times article highlighted the high prevalence of vegetarianism in Brazil, a country known for its meat consumption. According to a recent survey,
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines Recommend Inclusion of Soyfoods
The recently released 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans set forth recommendations to “make every bite count.” Consumption of soyfoods is recommended throughout the new guidelines. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines encourage healthy eating, which focuses on meeting nutritional needs throughout all stages of life, with a dietary
ASA/WISHH CAST-Cambodia Partners Sign MOU for Aquaculture Financing
ASA/WISHH’s Commercialization of Aquaculture for Sustainable Trade-(CAST) Cambodia project subcontractor, World Vision, is supporting more financing for Cambodian aquaculture through a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) with AMK Microfinance. ASA/WISHH representatives joined World Vision Operation Director Vireak Leng and AMK
ASA/WISHH and Northern Crops Institute Go Virtual to Capitalize on Soy Protein Trends
St. Louis, MO. Feb. 10, 2021. With the support of state soybean organizations, the American Soybean Association’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH) Program and the Northern Crops Institute (NCI) have risen to the challenges of COVID-19 travel
WISHH Leads Nigerian Aquaculture Trials
WISHH’s water exchange trials in Ibadan, Nigeria are laying the foundation for future feed demand in West African aquaculture enterprises. Local industry supported the trials with donated feed, suitable land to serve as the trial site, and advanced juvenile catfish.
ASA/WISHH and Kansas State University Partner on Cambodian Fish Feed & Finance Field Day
ASA/WISHH, Kansas State University (KSU) and other partners convened a unique field day that resulted in Cambodian fish farmers and other aquaculture industry representatives going home with new ideas for fish feed and feeding practices as well as financing options.
Global Feed Survey Reflects Value of WISHH’s Work in Long-term Markets
The new Alltech Global Feed Survey finds feed production grew 1% globally in 2020 despite COVID-19 impacts. Aquaculture feed realized the strongest of any primary protein species with a 3% increase over 2019, according to the Alltech data. Yet, the survey also reflects the
ASA/WISHH’s Virtual Technical Assistance Reaches Asian Soyfoods Entrepreneurs
ASA/WISHH kicked off 2021 with four days of virtual technical assistance consultations for Asian soyfoods entrepreneurs who reported the training helped them gain valuable information on extrusion and more to expand their businesses. WISHH executed the virtual trainings as part
WISHH’s Ugandan Supply Chain Partner Expands Market Reach into Kenya
SESACO Ltd., WISHH’s Uganda-based supply chain partner and longtime importer of U.S. defatted soy flour, is making major moves to expand its market reach to include cities in neighboring Kenya. The U.S. soy customer recently sent a team of five
Cambodia’s Ag Minister Congratulates U.S. Soy Customer Feed Mill
His Excellency Veng Sakhon, Cambodia’s Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, witnessed manufacturing of U.S. soy-based feeds on January 5 during a tour of an ASA/WISHH strategic partner’s feed mill in Cambodia. The Minister applauded AgriMaster’s accomplishments as Cambodia’s first
CAST Launches First Financial Services Partnership Designed for Cambodian Aquaculture
ASA/WISHH’s Commercialization of Aquaculture for Sustainable Trade-Cambodia (CAST) project announced a groundbreaking financial services partnership with Chamroeun Microfinance. CAST partner World Vision leads the initiative that will establish the first financial services program specifically designed for Cambodian aquaculture, creating new