Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 42Grain Facility Renovations & BuildsBunge opens soy protein facility in IndianaThe state-of-the-art Morristown plant is the largest of its kind in the U.S. and the first to be built in more than 40 years.Grain Facility Renovations & BuildsADM to upgrade Clinton, Iowa, corn processing facilityThe multimillion-dollar investment will add high-speed receiving pits and storage capacity to reduce farmer wait times during peak harvest periods.Mergers & AcquisitionsMidway Coop acquires Lucas, Kansas, grain facilityThe cooperative completed its purchase of the former United Ag Services facility on May 1, expanding its north central Kansas footprint.Association NewsWIA award nominations and scholarships applications due soonTwo key deadlines approach for Women in Agribusiness programs supporting women across the agricultural value chain.CommoditiesSorghum assurances protocol issues first certificatesNew certification strengthens U.S. sorghum’s global market position through verified production practices.Association NewsAFIA promotes three staff membersThe American Feed Industry Association recognizes staff for leadership and service.CommoditiesUS grain export sales decline for key cropsWheat, corn and soybeans see lower net sales amid shifting global demand.SafetyMissouri man dies in grain bin entrapmentRescue efforts at Gordon’s Feed and Pet ended tragically when a man trapped in a grain bin died despite emergency response.TransportationGrain transportation demand strong despite fuel costsRecord grain supplies and export demand keep transportation volumes high despite rising fuel prices.Company NewsKrogman promoted to HerdStar general managerAgricultural technology executive will oversee day-to-day operations and strategic growth for bin weighing and control systems division.CommoditiesCanola harvest may start early on High PlainsWarmer-than-usual weather has pushed winter canola closer to maturity, potentially moving harvest up one to two weeks from the typical early June timeline.Worker SafetyMan rescued from grain bin in OhioFirefighters used specialized equipment to free victim buried chest-deep in corn at Medina facility Wednesday afternoon.Previous PagePage 42 of 265Next Page
