U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) – Europe and Middle East-North Africa (EU-MENA)

Kılıç firmasını sektöründe sürdürülebilirlik konusunda gösterdiği hassasiyet ve önderliği için tebrik ederim. Congratulating the Kılıç company for its sensitivity and leadership in sustainability in aqua industry

System informacyjny #EUDR  EUDR information system [𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛 𝗕𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗪] Ostatnie dwa dni to prawdziwy zalew informacji o #EUDR – przede wszystkim w kontekście przedłużenia okresu przygotowawczego do 𝟯𝟬 𝗴𝗿𝘂𝗱𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 roku. W gąszczu tych postów nieśmiało starała się przebić inna, bardzo praktyczna informacja. ⚡Od wczoraj, tj. 4 grudnia 2024, w systemie informatycznym Komisji Europejskiej można już generować oświadczenia należytej staranności! ⚡ Niby mamy teraz jeszcze rok, ale… 😉 Jeżeli więc wprowadzacie do obrotu na terenie UE (udostępniacie po raz pierwszy) lub eksportujecie produkty odnośne, jak np. śruta sojowa czy olej palmowy, spełniające wymagania rozporządzenia, to możecie już dla nich generować oświadczenia należytej staranności. Tu warto pamiętać, że Komisja Europejska udostępniła 𝗔𝗣𝗜, więc można też dla ułatwienia integrować własne systemy informatyczne z tym tzw. Rejestrem Należytej Staranności w Zakresie Wylesiania (The Deforestation Due Diligence Registry). Nie zapominajmy też, że została udostępniona specyfikacja techniczna plików standardu 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗝𝗦𝗢𝗡. Można więc pozyskiwać masowo geolokalizacje działek, z których pochodzą towary odnośne, jak soja, a następnie importować je do systemu. Poniżej najnowsza wersja Przewodnika dla Użytkowników systemu. Wiele wyjaśnia. W komentarzach natomiast udostępniam link to strony Komisji Europejskiej poświęconej temu systemowi oraz strony ze środowiskiem testowym. Dajcie koniecznie znać, jeżeli ktoś jednak przeklika! 👨🏻💻 [𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛 𝗕𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗪] In the last two days, #EUDR-related updates have been intensively communicated, primarily regarding the extension of the preparatory period to 𝟯𝟬 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. In the thicket of this news, another very practical piece of information is timidly emerging. ⚡Since yesterday, i.e., 4 December 2024, you can already generate Due Diligence Statements in the European Commission's information system!⚡ There is still one year left, but… 😉 If you want to place in the EU market (make them available for the first time) or export relevant products, such as soybean meal or palm oil, that meet regulatory requirements, you may generate Due Diligence Statements for those products. It is worth mentioning here that the European Commission has made the API available, so it can also be used to integrate your IT systems with this so-called Deforestation Due Diligence Register (𝗗𝗗𝗗𝗥). Let's not forget that the 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗝𝗦𝗢𝗡 standard file’s specification has also been published. Hence, you may gather information on the geolocation of the plots from which the relevant commodities, such as soybeans, originate and then import them into the system. Below is the latest version of the system's User Guide. It explains much. In the comments section, you’ll find links to the European Commission's website dedicated to this system and the test environment. Let me know if anyone clicks it through! 👨🏻💻

USDA hosted an Agribusiness Trade Mission in early December to Morocco, a key initiative aimed at strengthening agricultural partnerships and expanding trade opportunities between the United States and the region. The U.S. Soy delegation included April Hemmes, USB Director; Jim Sutter, USSEC CEO; Brent Babb, USSEC Regional Director for Europe and Middle East North Africa (MENA); and Dr. Khalid Benabdeljelil, USSEC Morocco representative. This visit reflects USSEC’s commitment to strengthening ties in the region and promoting the value of U.S. Soy as a trusted, sustainable, and high-quality product. Through strategic discussions and partnership-building efforts, the delegation aims to support Morocco’s growing agricultural sector while addressing its increasing demand for reliable and innovative soy-based solutions. A major milestone of the visit was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between USSEC and the Moroccan Federation of Poultry Associations (FISA). This agreement formalizes their collaboration to enhance the integration of U.S. Soy into Morocco’s feed and poultry industries, promoting innovation and sustainability. In 2023, Morocco became the second largest African market for U.S. agricultural exports, following Egypt, with imports surpassing $619 million. In fact, Morocco imported 464,000 metric tons (MT) of U.S. soybean meal and 21,000 MT of U.S. soybeans in the last marketing year. #USSoy

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫! 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬!

On behalf of our Board of Directors, Management Team and Members, we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Warmest Wishes, Team USSEC #USSoy

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from USSEC Team!

Wittaya Aqua and U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) are teaming up to transform Egypt’s aquaculture industry! By combining data-driven solutions with U.S. soy products, we’re optimizing feed management, boosting efficiency, and advancing sustainability. Dr. Dominique Bureau, Professor at the University of Guelph and Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) for Wittaya Aqua International, has made a series of technical visits in Egypt from December 1st to 6th, 2024 accompanied by Dr Diaa Al Kenawi and Dr Gamal Naggar, USSEC Consultants in Egypt. Wittaya Aqua Dominique Bureau Hussien Mansour Diaa Al-Kenawy Alaa Badr Skretting U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) Gamal El Naggar Aller Aqua Egypt #sustainable #USSOY #aquaculture

Today is World Soil Day! As stewards of the soil who produce the world’s most sustainable soy, U.S. soybean farmers help support nutrition security for a growing world. One way U.S. soybean farmers protect and preserve soil is by practicing conservation tillage, which leaves at least 30% of the plant residue on the field following harvest. Less tillage contributes to healthier soil full of nutrient-rich organic matter which in turn helps produce higher yields per hectare of land. #USSOY #WorldSoilDay #SoilBiodiversity #SustainableAgriculture

🌍 Building Bridges, Growing Opportunities 🌾 Day 2 of the USDA U.S.-Morocco Agribusiness Trade Mission is off to a strong start! Today, USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley visited the Zoopole National Animal Husbandry Training Center—a vital hub supported by USDA. This center provides innovative livestock management training for farmers across Morocco and sub-Saharan Africa, showcasing the power of international collaboration in agricultural education. This visit highlights our shared commitment to advancing animal husbandry practices and fostering sustainable agriculture globally. #SubSaharanAfrica #AnimalHusbandry #InternationalCollaboration #SustainableAgriculture #MoroccoAgriculture #LivestockManagement #USDA #Agribusiness #TradeMission #NorthAfrica #AgricultureExports #FarmersOfInstagram

I’m pleased to be participating in the USDA ag trade mission to Casablanca, Morocco this week with #USSOY grower leader April Hemmes and USSEC colleagues Brent Babb and Khalid Benabdeljelil. This dynamic market is on the cusp of exciting growth! We’ve heard inspiring comments from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Administrator Whitley about Morocco’s potential as both an important ag trade partner and its prime location as a gateway to Africa. During our time here we’re meeting with U.S. soy customers to hear their future plans and learn how we can support their growth. We’re also looking forward to launching an initial Soy Excellence Center (SEC) course in Morocco next month, building on USSEC’s great SEC success in the region. Thanks to USDA and our USSEC MENA team for putting together such a visionary and impactful mission! #USSOY #globaltrade