Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 4Company NewsBushel launches AI assistant for agricultural businesses at industry conferenceBushelNew features include expanded payment options and digital quoting capabilities with contract management planned for later this year.Company NewsADM, PYCO Industries to form cottonseed processing joint venture in TexasThe partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency while maintaining customer service in Lubbock operations.CommoditiesUS corn exports surge, tightening domestic supplies for 2024/25 seasonBrisk pace of shipments to key Asian and Latin American markets drives 50-million-bushel increase in export forecast.CommoditiesUSDA forecasts stable soybean stocks amid higher prices for 2025/26Record-high crush expected while global outlook shows increased ending stocks.CommoditiesUS crop progress shows favorable conditions despite regional moisture concernsCorn, soybeans maintain strong emergence rates while winter wheat harvest accelerates across southern states.Business & MarketsEPA proposes record biofuel volumes for 2026-2027, boosting domestic productionIndustry leaders praise Trump administration's support for American farmers and energy independence.Company NewsUS Grains Council renews agreement with Vietnam to boost agricultural tradeMOU aims to strengthen feed and biofuel exports, expand technical support.Company NewsBunge extends exchange offer for Viterra notes amid pending acquisitionCompany awaits final regulatory approvals for Viterra deal, expects closure in coming months.CommoditiesTrump administration moves to preserve Lower Snake River damsNGFA applauds decision to maintain critical grain transportation infrastructure.TransportationInnovative bridge project in Iowa cuts costs while maintaining safetySoy Transportation Coalition partners with Buchanan County to showcase cost-effective rural infrastructure solution.Association NewsFirst CSAP-certified corn fermented protein shipment arrives in UAEU.S. Grains Council hails milestone in sustainable feed market development.CommoditiesUS ethanol industry leaders promote biofuel policies in Southeast AsiaDelegation meets with officials in Indonesia and Vietnam to support ethanol blending initiatives.Previous PagePage 4 of 156Next Page