Description
This comprehensive new soybean reference book disseminates key soybean information to "drive success for soybeans via 23 concise chapters covering all aspects of soybeans--from genetics, breeding and quality to post-harvest management, marketing and utilization (food and energy applications), U.S. domestic versus foreign practices and production methods.- The most complete and authoritative book on soybeans- Features internationally recognized authors in the 21-chapter book- Offers sufficient depth to meet the needs of experts in the subject matter, as well as individuals with basic knowledge of the topic
Table of Contents
1. The History of the Soybean2. Breeding, Genetics, and Production of Soybeans3. Harvesting, Storing, and Post-Harvest Management of Soybeans4. Effect of Pests and Diseases on Soybean Quality 5. Economics of Soybean Production, Marketing, and Utilization6. Measurement and Maintenance of Soybean Quality7. Lipids8. Soybean Proteins9. Soybean Carbohydrates10. Minor Constituents and Phytochemicals of Soybeans11. Oil Recovery from Soybeans12. Soybean Oil Purification13. Soybean Oil Modification14. Food Use of Whole Soybeans15. Food Uses for Soybean Oil and Alternatives to trans Fatty Acids in Foods16. Bioenergy and Biofuels from Soybeans17. Biobased Products from Soybeans18. Nutritional Properties and Feeding Values of Soybeans and Their Coproducts19. Soy Protein Products, Processing, and Utilization20. Human Nutrition Value of Soybean Oil and Soy Protein21. Soybean Production and Processing in Brazil
