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Why Indian Soybeans Are Non-GMO by Origin

12 July 2026 4 min read
Why Indian Soybeans Are Non-GMO by Origin

India does not permit commercial cultivation of GM soy or maize — which makes Indian origin a natural fit for buyers in markets that restrict GM crops.

For importers in the European Union, the Gulf and parts of Southeast Asia, a non-GMO declaration is not a marketing line — it is a condition of entry. Indian soybeans satisfy that condition at origin rather than through segregation and certification layers added later in the chain.

Regulation at origin

India has not approved any genetically modified food crop for commercial cultivation. Soy and maize grown in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan are therefore conventional by default. Every Agrovet shipment can carry a non-GMO declaration alongside the Certificate of Analysis.

What that means for your formulation

Food-grade Indian soybeans typically test at 38% protein minimum and 18–19% oil, with 99.5% purity. Feed-grade material runs slightly lower at 36–38% protein. Both grades are available separately, so crushers and food processors can buy to the exact specification their process requires.

Documentation

Commercial invoice, packing list, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, phytosanitary certificate, COA and a non-GMO declaration are issued with each consignment. Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged before loading.

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