Canadian Grain Commission partners with Soy Canada
In collaboration with Soy Canada, the Canadian Grain Commission has launched the Soy Quality Program, which provides essential quality assessments that the Canadian soy food sector relies on for global exports.
Previously managed by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Harrow Research and Development Centre, this program has long supported Canada’s reputation as a trusted supplier of premium food-grade soybeans worldwide. With its expertise in quality assessment and a strong international standing, the Canadian Grain Commission is well-positioned to carry forward the program’s legacy.
Dr. Ning Wang, Research Scientist and Program Manager for Pulse Research at the Canadian Grain Commission’s Grain Research Laboratory, said “My team and I are excited to bring the Grain Research Laboratory’s expertise to a program of such value to the soy food industry, and look forward to receiving the first samples.”
Under its new administration, the Soy Quality Program will continue offering rigorous quality testing for food-grade soybean varieties, as well as performance evaluations for soy-based foods like soymilk, miso, and tofu.
Alongside these assessments, the Grain Research Laboratory team will offer scientific guidance to strengthen ties with key stakeholders, including Canadian exporters, seed companies, and academic researchers.
Each year, the Canadian Grain Commission will analyze up to 2,300 soybean samples collected from trials in major producing regions: Ontario, Quebec, and Manitoba. The insights from these trials will ensure that the soybean varieties available to producers consistently meet the quality standards expected by global customers.
Furthermore, the program will include performance testing for approximately 100 samples of soymilk, miso, and tofu made from this year’s soybean harvest. These results will be instrumental for marketers and exporters in promoting Canadian food-grade soybeans on the global stage.
Dr. Wang will lead the program from the Canadian Grain Commission’s Grain Research Laboratory, with support from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and Soy Canada.
“We’re confident the Canadian Grain Commission will continue the proud Canadian tradition of measuring soy quality," said Brian Innes, Executive Director, Soy Canada. "We’re committed to continuing to provide our customers trusted information on how our varieties will perform in their soy food manufacturing facilities.”
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