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Longshoremen's association backs a potential coastwide strike

Strike will start October 1, 2024, if no new contract is reached with the United States Maritime Alliance.

Bollard Port Over Water

Grain Trade & Export

USDA kicks off agribusiness trade mission to Vietnam

Aimed at strengthening ties with Southeast Asian markets, the mission highlights growing demand for U.S. agricultural products.

Grain Supply Chain

USDA reports sharp decline in corn export sales

Wheat exports saw a significant surge despite a 36% drop in new sales.

Corn Leafs In Sun

Grain Trade & Export

USGC leads push for ethanol blending in Central America

Bringing together biofuel specialists and policymakers, the Cultivando Energía conference emphasized the role of ethanol in reducing emissions.

The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) organized the third Growing Energy conference in Costa Rica last week to bring together ethanol industry leaders and policymakers for a discussion on the future of biofuels in Latin America (LTA). Pictured, USGC President and CEO Ryan LeGrand (right) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Inter-American Institute for Agricultural Cooperation (IICA) to mutually work toward advancing the biofuel and agricultural sectors in the region.

USDA report shows increases in soybean and canola oil production

Corn consumption for alcohol purposes and the production of co-products like DDGS also experienced notable growth.

Young Soybeans In Field

Grain Trade & Export

South Korean delegation explores US genome editing advances

The U.S. Grains Council hosted a tour of biotechnology companies and regulatory bodies.

U.S. Grains Council (USGC) Director in South Korea Haksoo Kim (third from left) recently led a group of South Korean scientists and governmental committee members to the U.S. to meet with governmental officials, farmers and biotechnology development companies to encourage gene editing policy advancements in South Korea.

Grain Trade & Export

US soybean export sales start slow amid global economic challenges

Experts from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange suggest potential market shifts could revive demand.

Sunny Soybean Field Growing

Landus acquires DSM Advantage, and launches freight division

The new division will provide quality, year-round freight solutions, ensuring continuous operations for farmers even in off-peak seasons.

Drought conditions persist in the Midwest and High Plains

Nebraska and the Dakotas have also faced significant challenges with abnormal heat exacerbating the dryness.

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Grain Trade & Export

Surge in wheat exports and dips in corn sales

Corn sales drastically fell by 87%, impacted by reduced demand in key markets.

Corn Field Green Growing

Global demand for pulses on the rise

Surge propelled by their sustainability credentials and burgeoning role in plant-based diets.

Dried Beans Display

Association News

USGC promotes ethanol exports in African and the Middle East

Part of USGC efforts to expand biofuel exports and stimulate international demand for sustainable aviation fuel and U.S. bioethanol.

The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) recently led a group of ethanol industry leaders from Africa and the Middle East on a tour of the U.S. ethanol supply chain to learn about the production practices, applications and benefits of biofuels. Pictured, several participants from the group pose with USGC Regional Director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa Ramy H. Taieb (second from left) and USGC Ethanol Programs Coordinator Sam Redfern (leftmost) after a meeting with Council member CHS.

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