Singapore's SoiLabs Introduces Soya Waste-Derived Biostimulant in Partnership with Philippine Stakeholders

Press Release — December 7, 2024

Singapore's SoiLabs Introduces Soya Waste-Derived Biostimulant in Partnership with Philippine Stakeholders

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SoiLabs, a Singapore-based company specializing in sustainable agricultural solutions, has launched its innovative biostimulant Soi-X, made from soya waste (okara). The technology transforms what would otherwise be a byproduct of tofu and taho production into a nutrient-rich solution for plant nutrition.


SoiLabs, a partner of Japan's Sanyo Chemical, collaborates in the Philippines with Mr. Renato Reyes, President of Miracle Soybean Food—the country’s largest tofu and taho producer. The partnership repurposes substantial amounts of soya waste generated during production into Soi-X through SoiLabs' advanced technology.


To explore potential synergies, SoiLabs Business Development Director Jason Lim and Mr. Renato Reyes met with Baguio Tourism Council (BTC) Chairman Gladys Vergara to discuss integrating Soi-X into the BTC’s Greensoil Venture Project which aims to provide barangays with alternative biodegradable waste management solutions through innovative home composting technologies.


As an initial step toward collaboration, SoiLabs has committed to demonstrating its biostimulant at the Rose Garden in Burnham Park. This activity, set to take place following the An Enchanting Baguio Christmas Market, will be part of the BTC’s post-event park rehabilitation initiative.


The meeting also included Councilor aspirant Glenn Gaerlan, Mother’s Garden owner Therese Jocson, soil scientist and SRT La Trinidad Cooperative President Freddie Langpaoen, and SRT business partner Eusebio Fernandez. Discussions highlighted the potential of Soi-X to rejuvenate city parks and support the cut flower and vegetable farming industries in Baguio and Benguet.


In addition to plant nutrition, SoiLabs' Soi-X also holds promise as an intermediate product for animal feed, contributing to sustainable agribusiness solutions. With its commitment to repurposing waste and promoting environmental sustainability, SoiLabs is poised to play a key role in enhancing agricultural practices and urban green spaces in the Philippines.


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