Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 218Grain Trade & ExportSecretary Vilsack addresses decline in corn exports to ChinaThe USDA unveiled the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program, a $1.2 billion plan to diversify markets.Company NewsMid Kansas Cooperative named Ag Retailer of the YearThe Agricultural Retailers Association awarded MKC with the honor during its 2023 ARA Conference & Expo.Mergers & AcquisitionsCo-Alliance, Ceres Solutions pursue merger voteBoards of both cooperatives hope to complete the merger in early 2024.CommoditiesUS canola oil consumption reaches record highTrend toward higher import numbers is driven by a strong demand for canola oil after the EPA approved the canola oil pathway for renewable diesel in December 2022.SustainabilityADM launches regenerative agriculture program in BrazilThe initiative focuses on soil health, biodiversity protection, and increased farm productivity, beginning with a pilot engaging 20 soy farmers across 20,000 hectaresCompany NewsBühler unveils cutting-edge food innovation hub in SwitzerlandThe hub integrates the entire value chain, fostering a circular economy approach and providing a collaborative space for customers worldwideLegislative NewsIngredion settles wet corn milling facility's Clean Air Act violationsCompany will pay a $1.1 million penalty and $7 million in remediation measures.Grain Trade & ExportUSDA unveils plans to boost agricultural tradeWith a record-setting $196 billion in 2022, the USDA plans agribusiness trade missions to key markets in 2024.Business & MarketsUSDA and SBA strengthen partnership to boost rural economyKey components include joint trainings, global market access initiatives, network collaboration, and program cross-promotionGrain Facility Renovations & BuildsCVA breaks ground on Kansas grain shuttle, agronomy facilityThe new facility will be located in Courtland and is expected to be completed in 2025.Grain Facility Renovations & BuildsGreen Bison soybean processing facility begins operationsThe joint venture between ADM and Marathon Petroleum in Spiritwood, North Dakota, will produce 600 million pounds of refined soybean oil annually, enough feedstock for 75 million gallons of renewable green diesel per year.Company NewsPresnell earns AFIA-KSU Feed Manufacturing Lifetime Achievement awardHayes & StolzFormer owner of Hayes & Stolz, Dale Presnell, was recognized for his lifelong contributions to the animal feed industry.Previous PagePage 218 of 267Next Page
