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Feed Mill Renovations & Builds
Agtegra Cooperative to build 100,000-ton feed mill in Faulkton, South Dakota
State-of-the-art facility will produce biosecure swine and poultry feed using locally sourced corn, creating a dozen local jobs with 2027 completion target.
Agtegra Cooperative Haulkton Feed Mill architectural rendering with industrial silos and facility infrastructure
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
Grain Trade & Export
US Ocean freight rates to Mexico climb in fourth quarter 2025
Ocean freight rates climb while rail costs for soybeans drop 18.4%, as U.S. exports to Mexico reach 26.11 million metric tons of corn, up 5% from previous year.
Cargo ship docked at night with illuminated container cranes and stacked shipping containers in port
Transportation
US grain rail carloads surge 32% as export vessel loading outpaces last year
Barged grain movements jump 59% while ocean freight rates to Japan climb 6% for both Gulf and Pacific Northwest shipments during the week ending March 7.
Yellow mooring bollard on a sandy dock overlooking turquoise ocean water
Grain Trade & Export
March WASDE projects record wheat consumption and higher corn ending stocks
South American weather patterns create divergent outcomes as February dryness reduces soy yields.
Expansive green grain field under dramatic storm clouds and moody sky
Safety
Fire damages soybean dryer at Wichita Cargill plant
Firefighters remained on scene Tuesday morning after Monday night blaze prompted heavy emergency response with no reported injuries.
Red and white fire truck front view with hexagonal grille, emergency lights, and chrome bumper in garage
Legislative News
House Agriculture Committee advances 2026 farm bill
National Grain and Feed Association applauds bipartisan action, urges quick floor consideration to provide certainty for agriculture sector.
U.S. Capitol Building dome and neoclassical facade with columns under blue sky
Grain Trade & Export
US corn exports surge as sorghum reaches marketing-year high
Strong demand from South Korea and Colombia drives grain sales upward in latest USDA report.
Mature sorghum crop field with reddish-brown grain heads and green leaves ready for harvest
Business & Markets
Farmer sentiment shows mixed signals as current conditions improve but future outlook dims
February barometer reveals growing concerns about long-term agricultural prospects despite short-term gains.
Red combine harvester harvesting mature corn in a field during daytime
Grain Trade & Export
US soy exports reach 71% sustainability certification in latest industry report
Third annual assessment shows growing global adoption of verified sustainable soybean practices across 22 countries.
Expansive soybean field with farm buildings and silos visible on the horizon under a partly cloudy sky
Mergers & Acquisitions
Bunge completes acquisition of IFF’s soy protein concentrate, lecithin and crush business
Bunge expands ingredient portfolio to better serve food and beverage customers globally.
Bunge company logo with navy blue text and striped sphere symbol
Commodities
Soybean crushing dips slightly in January as canola oil production rises
Soybean crushing shows slight decline from December.
Mature soybean pods hanging from plant stem with green foliage in sunlight
Commodities
Corn consumption for ethanol drops 5% in January 2026
Total corn usage fell to 505 million bushels as fuel alcohol production declined from December levels.
Mature corn plants with golden tassels against blue sky, photographed from below in agricultural field
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