Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 161Grain Facility Renovations & BuildsPort of Johnstown adds advanced grain dryerThe new dryer boosts drying capacity and cuts carbon emissions by up to 45%, allowing simultaneous processing of soybean and corn harvests.Business & MarketsUSGC hosts Moroccan grain buyers for procurement courseThe program featured in-depth sessions on grain futures, inventory management and U.S. logistics.Worker SafetyNationwide equips 58 fire departments with rescue tubes and trainingSince 2014, this initiative has equipped 390 first responders across 32 states with essential tools and skills contributing to 13 documented rescues.Business & MarketsUSDA and FEMA designated disaster areas in Ohio, Indiana and IllinoisThese designations offer relief for farmers facing significant losses, allowing them to apply for financial assistance to cover recovery costs.Association NewsUSGC explores expanding bioethanol and SAF markets at Tokyo summitUSGC President Ryan LeGrand emphasized the role of U.S. ethanol in meeting growing SAF demand.Grain Facility Renovations & BuildsSiemer Milling partners with C1 for major IT upgradesThe collaboration includes modernizing virtual infrastructure, centralizing phone systems and upgrading to the latest Cisco networking hardware.SustainabilityUSDA invests over $2.2 million in clean energy projects across IowaThese projects aim to reduce energy costs, create new market opportunities and support job growth for farmers and rural businesses.CommoditiesDrought expands across key US agricultural regionsStates like Illinois, Texas and Nebraska are facing increased strain during critical harvest and planting seasons.Grain Trade & ExportUS export sales surge amid strong demand for corn and soybeansCorn sales surged 62%, driven by strong demand from Mexico and other key markets.InitiativesScoular releases fourth annual sustainability reportReport spotlights efforts in regenerative agriculture and carbon reductionLogisticsPort of Montreal upgrading containerized grain handling capacityThis $25 million project will increase storage capacity by 20% and boost grain exports to key global markets.SafetySilo fire erupts at Perdue AgriBusiness in PennsylvaniaFlames and thick smoke were visible for miles, though no injuries were reported.Previous PagePage 161 of 267Next Page
