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Constellation plans $100M barley investment
Brewing company expands commitment to farmers in three states with new advisory committee.
The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) recently led a team of representatives from Constellation Brands, a major Mexican brewer, to Montana to make connections for direct barley contracting. Constellation recently announced a $100 million investment in U.S. barley growers in Idaho, Montana and North Dakota because of its strong, consistent relationship with the U.S. barley sector.
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Thermal Performance and Gearbox Selection for Grain Handling Applications
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SEW-EURODRIVE’s Austin Burdette discusses heat challenges in grain handling gearboxes and how proper thermal management can reduce downtime and extend equipment life. 
Thermal Performance and Gearbox Selection for Grain Handling Applications
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RFA taps new regulatory affairs chief
Maddie Jenks will develop strategies to expand markets for American-made ethanol.
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Nebraska Corn Board adds two new directors
Gov. Jim Pillen appointed Michael Bergen and the board elected Austin Kniss to fill two director positions.
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Export Exchange 2026 registration deadline nears
With less than 60 days until the conference, hotel rooms and registration spots are filling fast.
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Feed experts visit Iowa for US corn training
International stakeholders learn advanced techniques to maximize grain quality and storage.
The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) recently led delegations from Colombia, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, New Zealand and Panama to Iowa State University for educational courses to improve feed milling efficiency and storage quality. Pictured are USGBC Regional Programs and Special Projects Manager Sierra Richey (middle); USGBC Regional Director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa Ramy H. Taieb (seventh from right) and USGBC Consultant for Saudi Arabia Nabeel Salameh (fifth from right).
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Women in Agribusiness names 2026 Demeter Award recipients
Four women honored with agribusiness awards, including first-ever Female Farmer of the Year.
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NARA names two scholarship winners for 2026
Two students will receive support as they pursue careers in agriculture and veterinary medicine.
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AFIA names new global policy manager
Abigail Tierney brings EPA and USDA experience to the group.
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Safety
NGFA sets Harvest Safety Week 2026 for late August
Campaign will offer resources on heat illness prevention and safe grain dryer and dump pit operations.
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Transportation
NGFA opposes Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern railroad merger
Its filing with federal regulators argues the revised merger plan still falls short of the competition test required for approval.
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Kansas corn leader honored for global work
Greg Krissek recognized for 15 years promoting U.S. grain exports worldwide.
Kansas Corn CEO Emeritus Greg Krissek (center) was honored for his 15 years of service to the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) last month. Pictured with Krissek are USGBC Past Chairman Mark Wilson (left) and USGBC President and CEO Ryan LeGrand (right).
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South Korean regulators tour US biotech sites
The visit focused on gene-editing technologies and regulatory frameworks for agricultural innovation.
A team of South Korean biotechnology safety reviewers recently traveled to the U.S. to meet industry leaders and learn about the regulatory frameworks of U.S. gene-editing technologies.
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