Magazine
The Importance of Free Trade Agreements
FTA partners continue to buy more than half of U.S. grains-in-all-forms exports
Tech Tools Help Connect You to Customers
Two new products work to bring grain operations and growers together digitally
Photo Provided by Bushel
Turning Seconds into Profit
Using cutting-edge software can give operations the edge over the competition
The Latest Updates on Agriculture Transportation
Synopsis of USDA's ag session from the 2020 Transportation Research Forum
Photo: CN, Manchac, Louisiana
Dairy Farm Consults with Feed Co-op on Expansion
When looking to expand, Van Der Geest Dairy used United Cooperative's knowledge to select a builder
Photo: AGRA Industries
Think Fast
Rapid adoption of consumer trends challenges the industry to innovate
Railroad Roundtable 2020
The nation’s top grain transporters share their commitment to agriculture, outline capital investments planned for the year ahead
Photo By BNSF
How to Prepare for a FSMA Inspection
What to do before, during and after the inspector comes knocking
It's Time to "Stand Up for Grain Safety Week"
A weeklong outreach event is planned for April 13-17
Tips for Focus in a World of Distractions
Avoiding distractions may help you feel less busy, improving stress management and productivity
Spring & Its Potential Energy
Planning can help turn planting season opportunities into momentum
Export Threats from Missing, Inconsistent Maximum Residue Levels
Changing international standards and slow approval limit export opportunities
An Important Perspective
Well-known figure’s passing brings clarity to what really matters
How to Store Grain with Low VOCs
Fumigant monitoring with multipoint thermal mass flow meters provides document adherence to environmental regulations
Protect Workers from Wet Grain Engulfment Hazards
Moisture content causes grain to bridge or clump together
Spreader Helps Commercial Operations Protect Grain Quality
Following a late, wet 2019 harvest, many commercial operations are experiencing grain storage issues
Difficult Harvest Creates Grain Storage Hazards
High-moisture grain storage leads to bin unloading problems
File Photo
In Pursuit of a $4.99 Chicken
In order to keep prices low and quality high, Costco steps into poultry production with a new feed mill
A Look at What's Coming Your Way in Minneapolis
Build your network and enhance your skills at GEAPS Exchange 2020 held March 21-24
Photo Source: GEAPS
Employee Mental Health
Knowing how to help employees with mental health issues and difficult life events can prevent tragedy
Celebrating Continued Success in the Japanese Market
A nearly 50-year relationship bears fruit with trade deal
2020 Harvest Photo Contest Winners
Who took the top prize this year?
A Long Harvest Season
Precipitation, cold weather and fuel shortages all factors in fourth-slowest harvest
Synergy Feeds Adds Location to Improve Efficiencies
Growing company’s new feed mill in Edgerton, IN, is designed for expansion
Photo Source: AGRA Industries
Remembering Simple Goals
The simple goals of a business can get lost when plans get complicated
GEAPS: Making an Impact
Shaping the grain industry's past and future
NDSU Extension Explains Natural-Air Drying Concepts, Busts Myths
NDSU Extension’s grain drying expert offers advice on drying crops
Searching for an Alternative to Zinc Oxide
U.S. pig producers seek new methods to safeguard weaning piglets
Combustible Dust Incident Report Released
DustEx Research offers its latest findings with an aim to create awareness
How to Manage Your Mycotoxin Risk
Develop a plan to keep mycotoxin threats to poultry in check at your feed mill
Recently Added to Buyer's Guide
JaHam JT03, JT10 and JT20 Truck Probes
- Core-style truck probe sampling system
- Use with all whole grain
GMS Mixers
- New, efficient drive, based on permanent magnet motor, designed for batch mixers that start and stop frequently
- Compact design, quiet operation
Marketwatch: Oct, 04
US Corn Price Idx: ZCPAUS.CM
open: 6.6051
high: 6.6399
low: 6.4884
close: 6.5873
US Soybean Price Idx: ZSPAUS.CM
open: 13.162
high: 13.2623
low: 13.1144
close: 13.2414
US Hard Red Winter Wheat Price Idx: KEPAUS.CM
open: 9.6161
high: 9.6774
low: 9.4319
close: 9.4834
US Soft Red Winter Wheat Price Idx: ZWPAUS.CM
open: 8.9118
high: 8.949
low: 8.3891
close: 8.4178
