Press releaseFrom the Author - Page 8SustainabilityBunge launches plant-based butter alternativeBunge introduces Beleaf PlantBetter, a novel plant-based alternative for traditional butter to satisfy the growing demand for environmentally responsible and cost efficient dairy replacements.Association NewsNew positions filled at AFIAAFIA announcers two new staff updates with Madison Wyman as policy communications specialist and Daisy Rodriguez promoted to manager of meetings and events.CommoditiesStudy: US corn outperforms others in poultry feedsA recent report from the USGC claims U.S. corn to be a superior ingredient for nutrition and cost-effectiveness in poultry feed compared with Argentinian and Brazilian corn.Association NewsNGFA announces new staffNational Grain and Feed Association has taken on a new manager of systems and office operations, as well as vice presidents of systems and office operations and marketing and member services.Association NewsSorghum group names executive directorGreg Ruehle brings over 30 years of experience to lead the National Sorghum Producers.SustainabilityUnconventional Ag conference highlights sustainabilityTaking place December 12-13 in Dallas, Texas, the conference will feature 25 industry experts focused on sustainability topics.Association NewsEMC 2023 addresses labor, supply chain issuesAt the 2023 Equipment Manufacturers Conference in Tucson, equipment suppliers dove into issues regarding labor shortages and supply chain issues while also raising scholarship funds.InitiativesCargill advances sustainability agendaCargillCargill’s 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report showcases the company’s progress to deliver positive impact on climate, land, water and people.TransportationInfrastructure investment aids US soybean industryUSB projects to improve soybean industry success include dredging a portion of the Mississippi River, expanding Port of Grays Harbor, and reducing freight tolls on St. Lawrence Seaway.Grain ElevatorsReport: Grain storage improves for US elevators, bushels hard to attainThe latest CoBank report noted the biggest wildcard that could affect carry and basis is the U.S. corn and soybean export program.Association NewsGEAPS names new executive directorJohn Caupert, previously the executive director of the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center, will assume duties December 11.Grain Handling & ProcessingScoular program provides producers with resources to grow canolaCanola MVP is designed to expand canola production to feed the growing renewable fuels market.Previous PagePage 8 of 24Next Page
