Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 67Top StoryRail grain shipments surge 22% as barge movements declineClass I railroads report strong grain carload growth while barge traffic dips and ocean shipments increase.Business & MarketsWestern US faces growing drought concerns amid mixed winter weather patternsDespite early-season precipitation, low snowpack and rising drought severity raise alarms for water supply and wildfire risks.Association NewsThe NWF awards BASF scholarships to two promising agriculture studentsScholarships support future leaders in agriculture with $2,500 awards for academic excellence and community commitment.Business & MarketsThe STB rejects Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger application as incompleteSTB requires additional information, allowing for revised filing to address deficiencies in merger proposal.CommoditiesThe US sees strong growth in soy exports in 2025, despite shifting demandRecord soybean meal exports and expanding markets highlight U.S. Soy’s global reach and adaptability.Company NewsBushel launches debit card to give farmers instant access to fundsThe Bushel Gold Visa Debit Card links to business accounts, giving producers easier access to their funds.Business & MarketsMississippi Agricultural Outlook Conference warns attendees to expect continued challenges in 2026Farm aid offers some relief, but producers face tight margins amid trade shifts and disease threats.Mergers & AcquisitionsOrenda Commodity Services acquires Scoular’s sunflower and wild bird food blending businessAcquisition includes Winkler, Manitoba, processing facility, aims to support area’s sunflower market and ensure smooth transition.Company NewsCargill named top innovator in 2026 BIG Innovation AwardsCompany recognized for disciplined use of AI, automation and analytics to tackle global food and agriculture challenges.Company NewsThe Andersons outlines growth plan targeting $7 earnings per share by 2028Company announces strategic investments and dividend increase to drive long-term shareholder value.CommoditiesUS sorghum output jumps 27% as farm prices slide to a 7-year lowExpanded harvested acreage in Texas and Kansas is lifting supplies as cash bids signal weaker pricing.Business & MarketsUSDA sees pork production rising to 28.2 billion pounds as hog prices slipA modest inventory gain underpins USDA’s 2026 production increase, while softer price expectations signal tighter economics.Previous PagePage 67 of 265Next Page
