India's Non-GMO Soy Sector Prepares for EUDR Compliance with Support from SOPA and TRST01
New Delhi [India], July 5: India, one of the leading producers of Non-GMO soybeans, is taking significant steps to align with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which mandates full traceability and zero-deforestation sourcing for agricultural commodities like soy. The regulation, enforced from June 2023 with compliance deadlines approaching by end of 2024, is set to impact global trade flows.
In FY 2023-24, India produced approximately 113 lakh metric tons (11.3 million MT) of soybeans. As global demand for traceable, deforestation-free Non-GMO soy rises, especially from European markets, Indian stakeholders are strategically positioning the country as a key supplier.
India's competitive advantage lies in its largely Non-GMO soy cultivation, unlike major producers such as Brazil and the USA where GMO crops dominate. This makes Indian soy a natural fit for EU buyers seeking sustainable and clean-label sourcing.
To facilitate this shift, the Soybean Processors Association of India (SOPA) Is partnering with TRST01, a sustainability technology leader, to enable exporters and farmers to comply with EUDR requirements efficiently and affordably.
Key Features of TRST01's EUDR Solution:
-Geo-mapping of soy cultivation areas
-Digital traceability from farm to port
-Immutable blockchain records for audit trail
-Automated generation of GeoJSON files and Due Diligence Statements (DDS)
-Farmer onboarding, training, and field support
Strategic Vision:
SOPA and TRST01 are committed to building India as a Non-GMO soy export powerhouse. Through this collaboration, the target is to facilitate traceability and certification for over 10 lakh metric tons of soy in the coming export cycles.
Field-level mapping initiatives, exporter training workshops, and data standardization drives have already begun across major soy-producing regions--Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Telangana.
Why Indian Non-GMO Soy Matters:
-GMO-free by default: India's soy production is Non-GMO, aligning naturally with EU regulations.
-Sustainable cultivation practices
-Higher trust quotient in global markets
-Opportunity for premium pricing and market preference in the EU
About SOPA:
The Soybean Processors Association of India (SOPA) is the apex body representing soybean processors, exporters, and stakeholders, dedicated to the growth and global competitiveness of India's soy industry.
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