Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 150Association NewsUSGC secures $16 million in USDA funding for global market expansionSecond round of Regional Agriculture Promotion Program grant to boost U.S. agricultural exports in key markets, including the European Union.Business & MarketsUS Senate approves crucial water infrastructure billWRDA 2024 passes with overwhelming bipartisan support, promising improvements to inland waterways vital for agricultural exports.TransportationUS grain exports are boosting demand for barge and rail transportationRecord corn production and increased wheat exports drive up barge movements on the Mississippi River, while rail shipments to Mexico face challenges.CommoditiesDrought shifts across US farmlands: Northeast improves, South and West face challengesWestern growers grapple with below-normal snowpack, potentially threatening irrigation water for the upcoming season.Company NewsABB strengthens NEMA motor portfolio with Aurora Motors acquisitionStrategic move expands ABB's vertical pump motor offerings and enhances global supply chain in $3.4 billion NEMA motor industry.Business & MarketsUSDA invests $116 million to boost domestic fertilizer productionGrants to expand fertilizer manufacturing, aiming to lower costs for farmers and consumers while creating rural jobs.Business & MarketsChicago's historic Damen silos demolition clears major hurdlePreservationists race against time to save century-old landmark, while owner plans 2025 teardown with nods to site's heritage.Company NewsCPM acquires aftermarket parts leader Jacobs GlobalStrategic move enhances CPM's product offerings and capacity to serve growing customer base.CommoditiesCodex Alimentarius Commission adopts global standard for high oleic soybean oilUSSEC celebrates milestone expected to boost international trade and create new opportunities for American soybean farmers.Company NewsValley View Agri-Systems appoints new CFODylan Sutton brings diverse background in agriculture and finance to support company's growth and process improvement initiatives.Grain Supply ChainGlobal agricultural markets brace for turbulent 2025 amid tariffs and climateRaboResearch report warns of potential US-led trade disputes, declining Ukrainian exports and shifting crop yields due to climate change.Business & MarketsUS aquaculture sales surge 26% to $1.9 billion2023 Census shows 18% increase in aquaculture farms; catfish and oysters lead in sales as industry expands.Previous PagePage 150 of 267Next Page
