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US feed industry adds $267 billion to economy
AFIA’s annual report shows animal food manufacturers supported more than 80,300 jobs while maintaining 99% safety inspection success rate.
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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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AFIA and GEAPS partner on education
The American Feed Industry Association and Grain Elevator and Processing Society signed an agreement to share training programs and industry events.
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AAFCO names first poster contest winners
Graduate students recognized for research in animal nutrition and feed safety.
The 2026 AAFCO Student Poster contest winners from left to right: Hannah Shinnerl (second place), Sierra Collier (first place), Vannith Hay (third place)
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Panama explores US bioethanol as marine fuel
Panamanian officials toured facilities in Illinois and Texas to assess ethanol’s potential for maritime decarbonization.
The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) escorted a group of Panamanian maritime shipping stakeholders to Illinois and Texas for an overview of U.S. ethanol production and capability in sustainable marine fuel (SMF). Pictured at USGBC Past Chairman Mark Wilson’s farm in Toulon, IL are Illinois Corn Director of Exports & Logistics Collin Waters (leftmost), Wilson (seventh from right), USGBC Latin America Regional Ethanol Consultant Marcelo Velazquez (fifth from right) and USGBC Manager of Global Ethanol Programs Emma Freebairn (rightmost).
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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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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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