Ag Partners Cooperative Teams With Confluence Genetics to Expand ProVIA™ Soybean Acres Following Successful Trials
Confluence Genetics, LLC, a leader in advanced soybean genetics, has announced highly positive results from a second collaborative feeding trial with a major poultry integrator, confirming the consistent performance benefits of its Ultra-High Protein, Low Oligosaccharide (UHP-LO) ProVIA™ soybeans. The 42-day broiler trial replicated the outcomes of a prior study, demonstrating that soybean meal derived from UHP-LO ProVIA™ soybeans can reliably improve broiler growth performance while reducing production costs for poultry producers.
The large-scale trial involved 3,840 broilers and was designed to provide statistically significant data on growth and feed efficiency. Birds fed UHP-LO soybean meal achieved a 2.2 percent increase in final body weight compared to those receiving conventional soybean meal. Additionally, the trial showed a 2.6 percent improvement in mortality-adjusted feed conversion ratio (FCR), a key performance indicator in poultry production. These results closely mirrored the outcomes of the first trial, confirming the reproducibility and consistency of the benefits associated with ProVIA™ soybean meal.
Aaron Robinson, Chief Operating Officer at Confluence Genetics, highlighted the significance of these findings: “The repeated positive results from these trials reinforce both the value and commercial viability of our ProVIA™ soybean technology in poultry feed. The enhanced nutritional profile of ultra-high protein, low oligosaccharide soybean meal provides meaningful improvements in feed conversion and overall bird performance. This gives poultry producers confidence in adopting this technology to improve efficiency and profitability.”
The superior performance of ProVIA™ soybean meal stems from Confluence Genetics’ proprietary genetics, which produce soybeans with a crude protein content 14 percent higher than conventional varieties and a reduction of over 90 percent in anti-nutritional oligosaccharides. These improvements in soybean composition lead to higher metabolizable energy in poultry diets, allowing nutritionists to optimize feed formulations by reducing the need for supplemental fats and other costly ingredients while maintaining or improving overall bird growth.
Feed trials like these are critical for demonstrating both the nutritional and economic value of specialty soybeans. The consistent data across multiple studies provide poultry integrators and feed formulators with confidence in the predictable benefits of incorporating ProVIA™ soybeans into broiler diets. With global demand for protein continuing to rise, technologies that enhance feed efficiency and animal performance are becoming increasingly important in sustaining the competitiveness of poultry operations.
Building on the success of these trials, Confluence Genetics is collaborating with Ag Partners Cooperative to introduce an identity preserved (IP) soybean program for the 2026 growing season. The program will enable growers in Missouri, Kansas, and Iowa to access ProVIA™ soybean varieties and deliver a reliable supply of premium soybeans to poultry markets. By participating in the IP program, growers can differentiate their product in the marketplace and potentially achieve higher returns per acre compared to conventional soybean production.
Andy Determan, Director of Identity Preserved Programs at Ag Partners Cooperative, emphasized the importance of this collaboration: “We’re excited to partner with Confluence Genetics to bring ProVIA™ UHP-LO soybeans to our grower network through our 2026 IP program. The consistent trial results with major poultry integrators demonstrate real value for both our soybean growers and their end customers. This partnership allows us to offer producers a premium soybean variety with proven performance benefits while strengthening the supply chain to meet the growing demand for specialty animal nutrition products. We believe ProVIA™ represents the future of high-value soybean production.”
The Ag Partners IP program is designed to provide full traceability from field to feed mill, ensuring that poultry integrators receive a reliable and consistent source of UHP-LO soybean meal. For participating growers, this program represents an opportunity to enter a high-value market segment with a soybean product backed by validated performance data. The program also includes agronomic support and guidance to maximize yield and quality, ensuring that the benefits of ProVIA™ soybeans are fully realized from the farm to the feed mill.
Confluence Genetics’ commitment to innovation extends beyond broilers. In addition to multiple broiler trials, the company has conducted commercial feeding studies with turkeys, demonstrating that ProVIA™ soybean meal consistently delivers enhanced growth performance and feed efficiency across different poultry species. With five commercial trials now completed, Confluence Genetics has amassed a strong body of evidence supporting the economic and nutritional advantages of UHP-LO soybean meal in modern poultry production.
The company believes that ProVIA™ soybeans have the potential to transform the poultry feed market by providing a consistent, high-protein, low-oligosaccharide ingredient that reduces feed costs and enhances animal growth. By enabling feed formulators to reduce reliance on supplemental energy sources and other additives, ProVIA™ soybean meal contributes to more sustainable and cost-effective poultry production.
“This is more than just a new soybean variety; it’s a step toward optimizing the entire poultry supply chain,” said Robinson. “ProVIA™ soybeans allow producers to get more out of every pound of feed, improving performance, reducing waste, and ultimately enhancing profitability. As more integrators and feed mills adopt this technology, we expect to see broader industry benefits and stronger returns for growers who participate in identity preserved programs.”
Confluence Genetics is also actively exploring additional partnerships and programs to expand access to ProVIA™ soybeans beyond the initial IP program. By collaborating with cooperatives, integrators, and specialty feed producers, the company aims to ensure that growers and poultry producers alike can benefit from the consistent performance, nutritional advantages, and economic value of UHP-LO soybean meal.
For more information about Confluence Genetics’ ProVIA™ soybeans and the Ag Partners Cooperative identity preserved program for the 2026 growing season, interested parties can visit
With repeated trials confirming the benefits of ProVIA™ soybeans and a growing network of partners committed to delivering high-value soy to the poultry industry, Confluence Genetics is well-positioned to set a new standard in soybean quality and performance. The combination of advanced genetics, validated performance data, and strategic partnerships underscores the company’s commitment to driving innovation and profitability in modern agriculture.
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