Feed & Grain StaffFrom the Author - Page 69Business & MarketsSouthern Illinois University Edwardsville names new executive director of National Corn-to-Ethanol Research CenterPraveen V. Vadlani brings expertise in biofuels and bioprocessing to lead NCERC’s innovation efforts.CommoditiesRice stocks down 2% from last year, milled rice stocks rise 3%Rice stocks show a small decline in rough rice but a rise in milled rice, reflecting steady processing activity and inventory shifts in the U.S. agricultural sector.Business & MarketsIowa’s ethanol production steady in 2025 as national output risesExperts highlight the need for carbon capture technology to maintain Iowa’s competitive edge in emerging low-carbon fuel markets.CommoditiesUSDA lifts 2025-26 soybean crush as tallow displaces soybean oil for biofuelWASDE revisions underscore a widening split between meal-led crush incentives and softer biofuel pull for soybean oil.Mergers & AcquisitionsFarmward and Ag Plus cooperatives approve unificationMerger to enhance agronomy and energy services, expand geographic reach, and deliver greater value to members across southwest Minnesota.Business & MarketsNorth Dakota agriculture commissioner issues cease-and-desist to unlicensed grain buyersAgriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring emphasized the critical role of licensing in safeguarding the state's grain market.CommoditiesUS grain stocks rise notably in December 2025, with corn and soybeans leading gainsOn-farm and off-farm capacities grew slightly, underscoring the need for continued storage expansion.CommoditiesUS corn and wheat supplies rise in latest WASDEThe latest USDA report shows record U.S. corn production and higher wheat stocks amid changing global crop forecasts.Company NewsCHS expands Mississippi River presence with strategic grain facility acquisitionCHS adds key Cahokia, Illinois, terminal to strengthen supply chain capabilities and global market access.Association NewsUSGBC advances poultry and dairy training in Senegal to boost local productionThe U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council recently led training programs in Senegal aimed at improving poultry and dairy production through hands-on workshops and expert guidance.Grain Supply ChainCorn and soybean shipping costs rise quarter to quarter but fall year to yearTransportation costs for shipping corn and soybeans from Minneapolis to Japan rose in the third quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter but declined compared to the same period last year.CommoditiesGrain transportation slows on rail but barge shipments surge in late DecemberRail grain carloads fell 14% in the week ending December 27, while barge grain movements nearly doubled.Previous PagePage 69 of 265Next Page
