Soija
Soija is the Finnish term for the soybean, Glycine max, a legume cultivated for its edible seeds and oil. Native to East Asia, soybeans have become a globally important crop, grown in diverse climates. The plant is an annual that can fix atmospheric nitrogen through symbiosis with rhizobia, contributing to soil fertility and making soy rotations common in many farming systems. Major producers include the United States, Brazil, Argentina, China, and India.
Soybeans provide edible seeds and a high-protein meal for animal feed and human consumption. Depending on processing,
Nutrition and safety: soy contains substantial protein and polyunsaturated fats and isoflavones, with research on health