Abstract
This chapter discusses the production, productivity, dietary/nutritive value and economic benefits of soyabeans (Glycine max). The processing of different soyabean products (soya nuts, soya milk, tofu, texturized soya protein, soyabean oil) and the various soyabean-based non-food products and soyabean processing byproducts and their potential uses are described. The extraction, refining, physicochemical properties, use and enhancing the quality of soyabean oil are discussed, as well as soyabean oil plant and environment safety. The soyabean oil and soya food industries and market in India are described. The emerging trends and future of soyabeans are presented.