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Grain Supply Chain

East and Gulf Coast ports face potential shutdown

A strike could severely disrupt U.S. supply chains, impacting 40% of the nation’s containerized agricultural exports during the crucial harvest season.

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Brand Insights

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Legislative News

Farmers, ranchers ‘anxious’ as farm bill expires

A one-year extension of the 2018 farm bill expired September 30, and Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives don’t have the votes to pass a new bill, according to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

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Association News

USGC hosts Japanese feed grain buyers

The tour reinforced the long-standing trade partnership and built trust with the next generation of Japanese agricultural leaders.

Last week, the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) sponsored a team of new Japanese feed grain purchasers that toured the U.S. corn value chain to build their understanding and trust in how U.S. corn is grown and shipped. Pictured, group participants speak to Missouri Corn Merchandising Council Board Member Brian Willott (leftmost) on his farm to learn about his operation and the upcoming harvest.

Business & Markets

Modest increase in US hog inventory

Market hogs accounted for 70.4 million, while breeding inventories reached 6.04 million.

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Intensifying drought worsens pasture and crop conditions

Nearly half of the nation’s rangeland and pastures now rated in very poor to poor condition.

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Association News

Bill introduced to secure US vitamin, amino acid supply chain

The Securing American Agriculture Act would require the USDA to study global supply chain markets for U.S. agricultural inputs, including feed ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids used in feed and pet food production.

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Grain Elevators

Ag Innovation Campus ceases operations after financial hurdles

AIC aimed to boost Minnesota's agricultural sector, particularly in soybean products, but was unable to sustain its operations.

ADM acquires Hungarian non-GMO crush and extraction facility

The plant processes 700 metric tons of soybeans and corn germ daily.

Grain Trade & Export

Ag organizations urge President Biden to prevent port disruptions

Nearly 40% of containerized agricultural exports rely on these ports, and the industry is urging swift action ahead of the labor agreement expiration.

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Purdue Researchers use AI to predict maize yields

AI models, combined with remote sensing and genetic data, can accurately forecast crop yields and improve decision-making.

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Animal Feed Manufacturing

Volac Wilmar launches Mega-Fat 70 to boost feed mill efficiency

The calcium salt formulation remains stable during pellet production, ensuring quality feed, especially in warmer conditions.

Business & Markets

USDA announces funding to strengthen global food security

The funding will provide U.S.-grown commodities to nine countries to support school meals, literacy and agricultural development.

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