Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 213SafetyBlizzard complicates Nebraska grain elevator fireEmergency crews battled wind gusts of 40 mph, snow-covered terrain and low visibility but successfully contained the fire.SafetyWorker rescued from Frankfort Grainery after fallWorker servicing an antenna atop Frankfort, Illinois, historic 170-year-old grain tower.Grain Supply ChainSurvey to lay groundwork for 2027 census of agricultureThe National Agricultural Classification Survey will be distributed to 250,000 individuals.Worker SafetyStudent raises money for grain entrapment equipmentThe student's efforts surpassed her $10,290 goal and addressed a crucial safety gap in this rural community.SafetyMan freed after four days trapped in old feed millDespite the challenging circumstances, the man emerged without severe injuries.Company NewsBayer Crop Science announces leadership changesBrian Naber assumes the role of North America's new commercial lead, succeeding the retiring Jackie Applegate, while Malu Nachreiner steps into the role of commercial lead for the Asia Pacific region.Grain Facility Renovations & BuildsPorts of Indiana-Mount Vernon concludes infrastructure overhaulThe $1.2 million upgrade represents the most significant annual capital investment at the port since 2020.Mergers & AcquisitionsCeres Solutions and Co-Alliance memberships approve mergerThe merger, effective March 1, aims to change the agricultural and energy sectors across Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Illinois.Association NewsAFIA secures $170,000 in funding for market access initiativesThe funding's focus includes expanding opportunities and supporting the export of U.S. animal food products to key markets like Vietnam and China.Company NewsMotion names Chris Cleland as Senior Vice PresidentWith a diverse background encompassing consulting, strategy, marketing, branding and e-commerce, Cleland is set to lead the company's strategic development.Association NewsAFIA 2024 conference schedule and online education coursesThe lineup of conferences and online education courses offers professionals in the animal feed industry opportunities for networking, insights and educational enrichmentSafetyMen rescued from grain bin in Marked Tree, ArkansasThe Thursday morning incident sparked a rapid, coordinated effort involving multiple agenciesPrevious PagePage 213 of 267Next Page
