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Business & Markets

USDA expands grain rail tariff collection

Changes doubles the number of published rates from 38 to 70 origin-destination-railroad combinations.

Railway track junction with intersecting metal rails and gravel bed

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 processing sees mixed trends in March

Corn consumption for alcohol rises, while oilseed crushing shows significant growth.

Laboratory glassware with corn, showcasing scientific research into biofuel or agricultural chemistry

Grain Trade & Export

US agricultural exports show mixed trends across commodities

Wheat sales decline while corn and soybean exports demonstrate resilience.

Golden wheat field at sunset with dramatic sky and rural landscape

Spring planting gains momentum despite weather challenges

USDA report shows mixed progress across major crops and regions.

Bright green corn seedlings sprouting in parched, cracked agricultural soil

Business & Markets

EPA grants emergency waiver for summer E15 gasoline sales

Move aims to increase fuel supply, support US agriculture amid energy concerns.

Gas station fuel pumps with yellow and green nozzles ready for dispensing

Grain Trade & Export

Grain transportation demand surges amid strong corn exports

Winter weather challenges and market uncertainties shape first quarter 2025 logistics.

Mature cornfield with green stalks and golden tassels under blue summer sky

India's agricultural future: Balancing yield gains with rising demand

Report projects challenges for wheat and rice markets despite yield improvements.

Ripe wheat ears against golden field and blue sky at harvest time

Spring planting advances despite mixed weather conditions

Corn planting surges in key states, while winter wheat development lags in some areas.

Young corn seedlings sprouting in dry, cracked agricultural soil

Animal Feed Manufacturing

New AAFCO program promises faster approval for animal feed ingredients

AAFCO and K-State Olathe collaborating on Scientific Review of Ingredient Submissions process.

Grain Trade & Export

Grain exports generate nearly $3 in economic activity for every dollar sold

USGC report shows grain and grain products exports supported 346,000 jobs and $86 billion in economic output.

Wheat grain pouring from harvesting equipment chute during agricultural harvest

Bunge to sell North American corn milling operations to Grain Craft

Sale includes seven facilities across US and Mexico as company refocuses on core business.

US soybean oil exports surge amid global market shifts

Record exports projected as palm oil shortages reshape vegetable oil markets.

Verdant soybean field under bright sky, green leaves filling frame with agricultural landscape

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