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Association News

USGC promotes sustainable barley production with Mexican brewers

The visit showcased the meticulous cultivation and quality assurance processes that characterize U.S. barley products.

The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) recently organized farm visits, educational opportunities and business-to-business meetings between a major Mexican brewing company and stakeholders in the U.S. barley industry. Pictured, Montana Wheat and Barley Board Member Kevin Bradley (second from left) speaks to attendees about his crop and shares an informational brochure about barley production and applications he created with his children.

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Grain Trade & Export

USGC hosts Indian delegation to boost agricultural exports

Focusing on the benefits of distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS), the delegation explored farms, ethanol plants and academic institutions.

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USDA forecasts record soybean yields and declining corn production

Corn production is slightly down at 15.1 billion bushels despite a potential record yield per acre.

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Business & Markets

ALDF lawsuit against Perdue chicken labeling dismissed

U.S. appeals court rules that animal rights group failed to establish standing.

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Major organizational overhaul plan at Cargill leaked

The company is reducing its business units from five to three and appointing new leaders to steer these divisions.

Uncertainty over rail strike threatens Canada’s export reputation

Negotiations are in flux, with the Canadian Industrial Relations Board considering measures to prevent immediate strike action.

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Legislative News

Farm cooperatives advocates for key agricultural issues in Washington D.C.

With over 130 meetings held, NCFC members emphasized the need for legislative certainty and support for cooperatives amid challenging economic conditions.

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Business & Markets

USDA mobilizes support for rural communities impacted by Hurricane Debby

From food safety tips to extensive agricultural disaster assistance, the USDA is mobilizing resources, including financial aid and recovery programs.

Grain Trade & Export

Surge in corn sales and mixed trends in wheat and soybeans

While sorghum and barley faced downturns, soybean and livestock product trends varied.

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ABB launches energy savings calculator for industrial motors

This online tool compares current motors to new and projects savings in energy costs and reductions in CO2 emissions.

Animal Feed Manufacturing

BASF declares force majeure on some products after fire

BASF has declared force majeure on deliveries of certain vitamin A, vitamin E and carotenoid products, as well as some aroma ingredients, after a fire at its Ludwigshafen, Germany, plant on July 29.

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Missouri study examines poultry litter’s impact on soybeans

An analysis of the poultry litter showed it contained 60 pounds of nitrogen, 50 pounds of phosphate and 27 pounds of potash per ton.

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