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GEAPS Exchange

2026 GEAPS Exchange innovation stations teach must-have maintenance and equipment skills

Learn practical strategies to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime and enhance operational efficiency through hands-on sessions led by industry experts.

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. 

Grain Trade & Export

2025 barge grain movements rise despite weather challenges on Mississippi River System

Strong corn exports and seasonal trends supported barge volumes, but low water and ice caused delays and higher rates throughout the year.

Association News

Animal Agriculture Alliance opens applications for 2026 Animal Ag Allies advocacy program

The development program trains farmers, ranchers and veterinarians to advocate for animal agriculture online and in person, with a March 2 deadline for spring enrollment.

Commodities

Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board approves $2.86 million for five promotion projects

The funding, approved at the board’s Feb. 5 meeting, targets domestic and international market development for the nation’s top rice-producing state.

Transportation

Grain rail carloads dip slightly while barge movements surge

Export sales data delayed by federal holiday, but rail, barge and ocean shipping figures point to a mixed week for grain transportation.

Business & Markets

Heavy precipitation eases drought in California

The Southeast and Texas face worsening dryness and drought conditions.

Company News

Fagus GreCon names Attila Madarasz as new CEO for US and Canadian operations

Attila Madarasz succeeds Eric Peterson, focusing on growth and innovation.

Company News

Ever.Ag integrates AI into ag retail operations

AI-powered Merchant Ag by Ever.Ag enhances ag retail efficiency, workforce support, and inventory management through embedded intelligence and data-driven insights.

Association News

American Feed Industry Association opens registration for 2026 Feed Industry Institute

The biennial Feed Industry Institute offers a comprehensive four-day program covering animal food production, safety and regulations.

Mergers & Acquisitions

South West Terminal acquires Solo Italia Fine Pasta to expand value-added food production

The acquisition of Solo Italia Fine Pasta strengthened the company's ties to Saskatchewan agriculture and supports local communities.

Safety

Holdingford, Minnesota, feed mill destroyed by fire

The fire left the historic feed mill with severe damage, but no injuries were reported.

Business & Markets

The number of US farms declines slightly in 2025 as average farm size grows

Farm numbers decline slightly in 2025 while average farm size and land operated by larger farms continue to grow.

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