Atlanta, Ind. — Beck’s, the largest family-owned seed company and third largest seed brand, today announced they’ve acquired the exclusive licensing rights of the SOYLEIC™ soybean patents from the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council (MSMC), marking a significant milestone in farmer-driven innovation and expanding new market opportunities for farmers across the United States.

 

Developed through decades of farmer-funded research at the University of Missouri and United States Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS), SOYLEIC^® soybeans are a high oleic, low linolenic variety designed to deliver soybean oil with improved stability and performance without hydrogenation. This results in a longer shelf life, improved performance under high-heat, and a domestically sourced alternative to imported oils. These benefits directly connect farmer production to growing end-user demand.

SOYLEIC® High Oleic Soybean Fact Sheets

 

What Others Are Saying...

“This is a major win for farmers. SOYLEIC represents years of research, investment and persistence by soybean farmers. Beck’s acquisition validates that work and ensures this technology has a clear path to scale, stability and long-term value.”

“SOYLEIC didn’t happen overnight. Our role has always been to move it responsibly from the lab to the field and then into the marketplace. This acquisition is a pivotal step in that process.”