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US grain export sales decline sharply, transportation metrics show mixed results

Weekly USDA report reveals significant drops in corn, soybean, and wheat sales, while barge movements surge year-over-year.

Feed & Grain Staff

January 8, 2025

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Land sale approved for BNSF's $1.5 billion Barstow International Gateway project

30-acre public land transfer to BNSF Railway paves way for major rail facility, promising 20,000 new jobs and improved supply chain efficiency.

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US pulse exports face rail challenges amid growing demand

Record harvests and increased Mexican demand strain rail capacity; boxcar shortage looms as potential threat to industry growth.

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US grain export sales surge as transportation costs fluctuate

Wheat exports jump 58%, while diesel prices fall 43.8 cents year-over-year.

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US grain exports are boosting demand for barge and rail transportation

Record corn production and increased wheat exports drive up barge movements on the Mississippi River, while rail shipments to Mexico face challenges.

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US grain shipments face rail and barge slowdowns

USDA report shows strong overseas demand for corn, while domestic grain carloads drop 24% week-over-week; diesel prices continue 52.9-cent year-over-year decline.

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Perdue AgriBusiness launches more sustainable barge

Named Miss Madeline, after the Perdue family matriarch, the innovative vessel marks a significant step in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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BNSF's grain shuttle reduction sparks higher bids but improves service metrics

BNSF Railway's decision to cut grain shuttles seems to have led to increased efficiency and better service during the 2024 harvest season.

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Grain export sales dip as barge shipments rise 5%

While export sales fluctuate, rail and barge movements see modest increases, signaling a dynamic grain transportation landscape.

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Virginia agriculture begins recovery from Hurricane Helene [Video]

Virginia Cooperative Extension's Dan Goerlich and Kevin Spurlin share Hurricane Helene’s economic toll on the state’s agriculture and highlight the ongoing recovery efforts.

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Unshipped US grain export balances soar, totaling 40.81 million metric tons

USDA report reveals corn export sales up 18%, while ocean freight rates to Japan drop 5%.

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Port of Kalama secures $26.3 million for rail expansion

TEMCO Project set to boost grain export efficiency by up to 30%.

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ADM unveils digital grain elevator transportation management

This all-in-one mobile tool provides digital dispatching, real-time tracking and automated invoicing.

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