China May soybean imports hit record 12 million tonnes

Imports by the world’s top soybean buyer were up from April’s 7.26 million tonnes, far short of expected arrivals. — Reuters

BEIJING: China imported a record 12.02 million tonnes of soybeans in May, up 24% from a year ago, customs data shows, as cargoes delayed during recent strict inspections were finally unloaded at ports.

The imports by the world’s top soybean buyer were up from April’s 7.26 million tonnes, which were far short of expected arrivals.