Grain Supply Chain

Transportation
CPKC sets August grain transport record
Railway moves 2.54 million metric tonnes of Canadian grain and grain products in first month of new crop year.
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Brand Insights
Thermal Performance and Gearbox Selection for Grain Handling Applications
SEW-EURODRIVE, Inc.
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
Association News
Korean barley buyers tour US facilities
The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council brought South Korean food barley buyers to three states to build trade relationships ahead of major tariff changes.
A group of grain importers from South Korea recently traveled to the U.S. to meet barley growers and exporters to examine the quality of U.S. barley and make business connections for future sales.
Grain Trade & Export
Grain shipments climb despite export dips
Rail and barge traffic increased last week even as ocean vessel loading declined sharply.
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Transportation
Railroads ready for big 2026 grain harvest
Major carriers report adequate equipment and crews despite some fleet reductions from last year.
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Commodities
US soybean sales to China surge in late August
China purchased nearly 1 million metric tons of American soybeans as total sales reached nearly 2 million tons for the coming marketing year.
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Grain Supply Chain
FEFAC members confirm significant adverse effects of heat waves
The European Feed Manufacturers’ Federation outlines mitigation measures to ensure feed supply security.
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Latest News
Sustainability rules reshape US grain export access
NAEGA's Alejandra Castillo says shifting EU deforestation and biofuel rules add uncertainty for exporters.
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Business & Markets
Australia unveils bioenergy feedstock plan
The government’s new strategy aims to build a domestic industry supplying low-carbon fuels while creating economic opportunities for farmers and regional communities.
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Association News
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).
Association News
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.
Grain Trade & Export
Corn, soybean shipping costs to Japan climb
Transportation expenses rise for both Gulf and Pacific Northwest routes as ocean freight rates jump.
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Business & Markets
Ethanol offers pump relief amid price surge
New federal data shows E15 fuel saving drivers 11.5% per gallon as gasoline costs jump 42% in three months.
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