Which type of soybeans are grown to ensure non-GMO status?

IP soybeans, or Identity Preserved soybeans, are specifically grown and handled to maintain their non-GMO status throughout the production, processing, and distribution stages. This means that IP soybeans are cultivated in a controlled manner where they are segregated from genetically modified organisms, ensuring that they meet the stringent standards required for non-GMO labeling.

The term "Identity Preserved" indicates that these soybeans can be traced back to the specific field where they were grown, which is essential for buyers who wish to use non-GMO soybeans for various applications, including food products. Growers of IP soybeans follow strict guidelines and protocols to avoid cross-contamination with GMO crops, which adds to the reliability and integrity of the product.

Other options, like natto, high protein, and yellow hilum soybeans, do not directly refer to the measures taken to ensure non-GMO status. While they may refer to specific traits or uses of soybean varieties, they do not inherently guarantee non-GMO integrity or identity preservation in the same way that IP soybeans do.