Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 194Grain Handling & ProcessingUSDA reports varied trends in oilseed and grain crushingMarch 2024 oilseed and grain crushings report, revealing mixed results across key agricultural commodities.Business & MarketsCross Plains Solutions launches SoyFoam for firefightingCreated from soy flour, this eco-friendly and health-conscious product is free of intentionally added PFAS chemicals.Company NewsADM reports decline in Q1 2024 earningsThe decline, influenced by challenging global market conditions in crop protection and grains, also saw a significant drop in earnings per share.InitiativesIRS issues guidelines for Sustainable Aviation Fuel CreditThis credit offers $1.25 per gallon for SAF blends that achieve at least a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.Business & MarketsColumbia Grain International rolls out new seed and agronomy programTailored to local conditions, the program offers end-to-end solutions, from seed selection to harvest.Company NewsSyngenta reports sharp decline in Q1 2024 sales and earningsThe decline was primarily due to industry-wide destocking in Crop Protection and challenging market conditions.Grain Trade & ExportWeekly agricultural export report shows mixed resultsWheat exports dropped slightly, while corn sales surged to a marketing-year high, primarily driven by strong demand from Mexico, South Korea and Japan.Business & MarketsAssociations urge EPA to set higher renewable fuel standardsAssociations point to the decline in RFS compliance credit values and consequent industry setbacks, advocating for increased volumes to stimulate investment.TransportationExpo to spotlight trends, innovations impacting global supply chainFreightWeekSTL returns May 13–17, delivering content related to challenges and investments in logistics and transportation infrastructure.Grain MillingUS sorghum maintains perfect score in damage assessmentUSGC’s 2023/24 Sorghum Quality Report reveals No. 1 certification grade for the fifth consecutive year.Mergers & AcquisitionsCanada raises concerns over Bunge’s acquisition of ViterraThe Competition Bureau of Canada cited potential anti-competitive impacts in grain and canola oil markets.Company NewsUSDA grants exemption to Amfora for high-protein soybeansExemption paves the way for the company to contribute to the growing market for sustainable plant-based proteins.Previous PagePage 194 of 267Next Page
