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DEWALT® Biobased Bar and Chain Oil Made with US Soy

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Professional landscapers, arborists, utility crews, forestry professionals and homeowners may not realize it, but one of the newest renewable products carrying the trusted DEWALT® name is made in part from American-grown soybeans. DEWALT® Biobased Bar & Chain Oil was developed by DGP (formerly Environmental Lubricants Manufacturing) with support from the Ohio Soybean Council and soybean

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Soy-Based Products Are Creating Opportunities for Farmers, Consumers, and the Environment

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For decades, soybeans have been recognized as one of America’s most versatile crops, serving as a foundation for food, animal feed and renewable fuels. Today, however, a new wave of innovation is redefining what soy can do. From industrial lubricants and firefighting foam to construction materials, plastics and consumer products, soybeans are increasingly replacing petroleum-derived

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Goodyear Continues to Expand Its Use of Soybean Oil

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The United Soybean Board is recognizing The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company for expanding its use of soybean oil across a growing lineup of Goodyear- and Cooper-branded consumer tires. Incorporating soybean oil into tire compounds helps improve tread flexibility in colder temperatures, enhancing traction on snow- and ice-covered roads while also delivering dependable grip in

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U.S. Soy Inside Innovation in Athletic Fields, Tracks & Infill

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Athletic fields and tracks are embracing a new era of American-made high-performance sports surfaces that blend cutting-edge technology with plant-based materials, such as soybean oil grown by U.S. farmers.  Oregon Episcopal School in Portland and Fresno State University’s Valley Children’s Stadium in California are examples of schools that have installed AstroTurf® RootZone® GT-B Blend, which in 2024

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Soy-Based Firefighting Foam Gaining Ground Nationwide

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Innovation with biobased feedstocks continues to advance across industries, and the fire and safety market is no exception. For decades, firefighters have relied on foam retardants that proved effective in suppressing fires—but often came with unintended environmental and health impacts. A new solution is helping change that narrative. Enter SoyFoam™ TF 1122, a fluorine free,

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Celebrating Biobased Products Day: From Soybean Fields to Everyday Solutions

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Each year on March 8, we celebrate Biobased Products Day—a national recognition of the innovation, environmental benefits, and economic impact of products made from renewable agricultural resources. Established in the 2018 Farm Bill, the day highlights the importance of the USDA BioPreferred® Program and the rapidly expanding marketplace for products derived from plants and other

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NAFA Collaborates with American Lung Association And USB To Advance Biobased Education For Fleet Professionals

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NAFA Fleet Management Association is engaging with the American Lung Association and the United Soybean Board to expand access to continuing education opportunities for fleet professionals. Through this new collaboration, courses from the Lung Association’s Biobased Academy® are now approved by NAFA for Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) recertification credit. Supported by the United Soybean Board,

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Gear Head Lube Takes Soy-Based Fifth-Wheel Grease Pads Around the World

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When it comes to hauling tens of thousands of pounds across long distances, there’s no room for error. The fifth-wheel connection between a tractor and trailer is critical—and now, thanks to Iowa-based Gear Head Lube, that vital connection can be lubricated with a soy-based grease pad that is clean, easy to use, and now gone

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American Lung Association, United Soybean Board Unveil Biobased Certified Facilities and Property Professional Course

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Building, facility and construction leaders have an unprecedented new tool to bolster sustainability efforts and prioritize worker health thanks to another groundbreaking partnership between the United Soybean Board and the American Lung Association. Following the successful launch of the Biobased Certified Fleet Professional in 2022, the American Lung Association unveiled the Biobased Certified Facilities and

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Midwest Poised to Produce More Biofuels and Biobased Products

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Legislation in Congress would expand a federal grant and loan program that helps producers of biofuels and other biomanufactured products build and expand their facilities. A Congressional bill proposed by Midwestern representatives from both parties is aimed at spurring innovation in biofuel technology and increasing its production. The Agriculture Biorefinery Innovation and Opportunity Act, or

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