This book contains a detailed treatise on the soya bean in agriculture, industry, and commerce, being a complete discussion of the uses and benefits of the soya bean. Written in clear, concise language and containing a wealth of timeless information on the subject, this is a text that will greatly appeal to modern growers - and those with an interest in the history of the industry. The chapters of this book include: 'Introducing the Soya Bean', 'From Whence it Comes: Its Popularity in the Orient', 'The Soya Bean Plant and Its Cultivation', 'Description of The Plant and its Characteristics', 'The Soya Bean As Food', 'The Various Foodstuffs Obtainable from Soya Products', 'Soya Bean Oil', 'Soya Bean Trade', 'The Soya Bean in Agriculture', etcetera. This book was first printed in 1936, and is proudly republished now complete with a new introduction on farming.