Potential for the introduction of soybean into crop rotations in the Normandy region

Europe is looking for alternatives for soybean importations and needs more local production of protein crops to meet the growing demand for proteins both for feed and food. One strategy to meet this demand could be to expand the soybean production areas (Karges et al, 2022). However, some preliminary information is required before starting producing a new crop. Firstly, farmers lack technical and economic references such as adapted technical management or potential yield but also the impact on gross margin of crop rotation. Then advisors, also needs similar information when working with farmers. Finally, collectors may need the potential total volume potentially produced in a given area to …