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First Ukrainian Corn Cargo Leaves Romanian Port
Ship containing over 71,000 tonnes of grain finished loading at the port of Constanta
PIXABAY
Grain Silo Fire at Spokane Seed in Washington
Fire created a major risk for firefighters with dust that was extremely flammable
PEXELS
Grain Fire at Agri-Way Partners in Iowa
Fire appeared to have started inside the mixing mill leg
PIXABAY
Ukraine War Creates Global Sunflower Oil Shortage
Supermarket chains in several nations have limited cooking oil purchases as a precaution
RODNAE Productions | PEXELS
Perdue Farms Plant Catches Fire in Virginia
A soybean processing tank caught fire Saturday night at the Chesapeake facility
Wheat, Soy Groups Support Additional Ukraine Aid
President Biden's request includes $500M to produce more soybeans and wheat within the U.S.
PIXABAY
DOT: Supply Chain Issues in Trucking Improve
There has been a 112% increase in commercial driver's licenses issued in January and February
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Ukraine Says Russia Stole Grain During War
Russian soldiers accused of stealing 61 tonnes of wheat
PIXABAY
CHS Foundation Awards Precision Agriculture Grants
CHS has committed $3.1 million since 2018 to support precision ag programs at colleges, universities
Tom Fisk | PEXELS
Romer Labs Receives FGIS Approval for Rapid Test Kit
AgraStrip Pro Zearalenone WATEX is designed for dent or field corn, corn meal and corn flour
Bunge Lifts 2022 Earnings as Ukraine War Tightens Supplies
Two-month-old war boosted demand, lifted crop processing margins for company
Felix Mittermeier | PEXELS
Marel Adds Pet Food with Wenger Acquisition
Focused on pet food, plant-based proteins and aqua feed, Wenger will become Marel's 'fourth pillar'
Photo: MAREL
Bunge Brings New Renewable Oilseed, Animal Feed to Market
Company partners with CoverCress, a winter oilseed crop, which is a lower carbon intensity feedstock
Fewer Grain Exports, Supply Chain Issues Lower CN Profits
Global supply chain snarls and harsh winter contribute to diluted earnings
Photo: Canadian National Railway Co.
GEAPS Exchange Draws 2,731 Attendees
Attendees had over 45 hours of educational sessions, 366 exhibitors to choose from
Photo: GEAPS
ADM Predicts Years of Reduced Global Crop Supplies
Company reports better-than-expected quarterly profit amid global disruption
Photo: ADM
Despite War, Ukraine Sows 20% of Planned Acreage
Using nitrogen mineral fertilizers, acres have been sown with wheat, barley and oats
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Cargill to Expand Global Animal Nutrition Innovation Center
Center is designed to serve dairy, poultry, swine and aqua nutrition customers
The Cargill Global Animal Nutrition Innovation Center in Elk River, MN. Photo: ALLiiANCE
NGFA Testifies on Grain Industry Rail Service Issues
NGFA President & CEO listed several instances of rail service failures, offered proposals for improvement
PEXELS
Didion Donates $100K to Support Safety, Education
Company celebrates 50 years with donations to local fire departments, law enforcement and youth programs
Photo: DIDION
ADM, Bunge See Strong Results as Ukraine War Increases Demand
Both companies capitalized on good oilseed and corn processing margins in Q1
PEXELS
CSX Q1 Profit Up 22% Despite Service Issues
Higher shipping rates offset slight decline in number of shipments
PIXABAY
Corn Milling Facility Moves Ahead Despite Opposition
Facility in Grand Forks, ND, is expected to initially require 25 million bushels of corn annually
PIXABAY
Malaysia: Prioritize Food Over Biofuel
Supply crisis of edible oil as Indonesia bans palm exports
PIXABAY
Green Plains Realizes Protein Production Breakthrough
CEO: First time in history a dry-mill biorefinery achieved protein concentrations over 60%
The Fluid Quip MSC System as shown at UWGP. Photo: Fluid Quip Technologies
Russia Donates Wheat to Ally Cuba
Russia agreed last year to send grains to the island nation
PIXABAY
Grain Inspections Down in First Quarter
Inspections marked a 12% decrease from the 5-year average
PIXABAY
Ethanol Has Untapped Potential in Southeast Asia
USGC explores potential markets that can expand global ethanol use
Nothing Ahead | PEXELS
Chinese Soybean Imports from U.S. Fall
Country bought in 3.37M tonnes last month, down from 7.18M a year earlier
PIXABAY
Brock Grain Systems Promotes Hoffman
Will be responsible for driving continuous profitable growth of the grain structures product line
Photo: Brock Grain Systems
Recently Added to Buyer's Guide
FSU101 Bag Sealer
- Seals up to 25 bags/minute depending on size, weight and type of high barrier material
- Resistance-type heat seal bars with dual temperature controls
I/O Interface
- Interface forms a smart and universal actuator
- Offers endless modifications to give full control of exact functionalities
Reconditioned Mixers
- Comparable to new equipment when properly restored to as-new working condition by ROSS OEM team
- Comes with the same standard warranty as new ROSS Mixer
Model SBR Conveyor Belt Cleaner
- Smaller version of its brush-style conveyor belt cleaner
- Designed to remove fines and carry-back material from conveyor belt
Mid-Roof Walkarounds
- Permanently installed walkways
- 360-degree access to grain bin roofs and mounted components
FSU50
- Seals 2 to 5 bags/minute depending on operator dexterity as well as size, weight and type of high barrier material
- Foot pedal or proximity switch activation
Marketwatch: May, 21
US Corn Price Idx: ZCPAUS.CM
open: 7.6763
high: 7.7267
low: 7.6613
close: 7.6955
US Soybean Price Idx: ZSPAUS.CM
open: 16.601
high: 16.7876
low: 16.596
close: 16.7347
US Hard Red Winter Wheat Price Idx: KEPAUS.CM
open: 12.213
high: 12.3255
low: 11.9455
close: 11.9611
US Soft Red Winter Wheat Price Idx: ZWPAUS.CM
open: 11.2661
high: 11.3836
low: 11.0864
close: 11.0916
