Feed & Grain Staff

U.S. grain barge movements surge 78% while rail shipments dip

Grain Transportation Report reveals stark contrasts across modes; ocean vessel loadings up 30% from last year.

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Grain Trade & Export

US corn exports increase while other commodities show mixed results

USDA report reveals 70% increase in corn sales, wheat and soybean exports face challenges.

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Kahler Automation unveils new bulk material handling system

FLEXCOMMAND offers streamlined control with reduced footprint and enhanced functionality.

Business & Markets

USDA unveils National Farm Security Action Plan to protect U.S. agriculture

New measures aim to safeguard farmland, supply chains and innovation.

Templeton, California, Feed and Grain demolition begins as community rallies

Iconic structure partially razed following Fourth of July fire; investigation ongoing.

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Association News

Growth Energy CEO testifies on EPA's biofuel blending proposal

Skor emphasizes importance of strong RVOs for energy dominance and rural prosperity.

DDGS exports decline amid shifting market dynamics

Production drops and changes in top buyers' purchases impact distillers' dried grains with solubles trade.

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Historic feed and grain facility destroyed in Fourth of July fire

Suspected fireworks spark blaze at 77-year-old family Templeton, California, business, straining local water resources.

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Business & Markets

Farmer sentiment weakens amid concerns over agricultural exports

Purdue/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer shows decline in June, driven by less optimistic future expectations.

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Drought shifts across US, bringing mixed fortunes for agriculture

Heavy rains ease Midwest concerns, while Western farmers face worsening conditions.

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Business & Markets

Soybeans, wheat see gains in latest weekly export report

U.S. soybean and wheat export sales rose in late June, driven by strong global demand.

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Business & Markets

NASS reports feedlot inventory slips 1% in June

U.S. feedlot numbers edged down in June, reflecting tighter cattle supplies.

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