Feed & Grain StaffFrom the AuthorGrain Trade & ExportWeekly agricultural export report shows mixed resultsWheat exports dropped slightly, while corn sales surged to a marketing-year high, primarily driven by strong demand from Mexico, South Korea and Japan.Business & MarketsAssociations urge EPA to set higher renewable fuel standardsAssociations point to the decline in RFS compliance credit values and consequent industry setbacks, advocating for increased volumes to stimulate investment.TransportationExpo to spotlight trends, innovations impacting global supply chainFreightWeekSTL returns May 13–17, delivering content related to challenges and investments in logistics and transportation infrastructure.Grain MillingUS sorghum maintains perfect score in damage assessmentUSGC’s 2023/24 Sorghum Quality Report reveals No. 1 certification grade for the fifth consecutive year.Mergers & AcquisitionsCanada raises concerns over Bunge’s acquisition of ViterraThe Competition Bureau of Canada cited potential anti-competitive impacts in grain and canola oil markets.Company NewsUSDA grants exemption to Amfora for high-protein soybeansExemption paves the way for the company to contribute to the growing market for sustainable plant-based proteins.SustainabilityUSDA announces $238 million in funding for clean energy projectsThe investment aims to lower energy costs, expand access to biofuels and create job opportunities.Grain Handling & ProcessingPort of Brownsville breaks ground on flour millThe $20 million wheat flour mill and storage facility is expected to create 120 jobs.Biotech CropsMoolec Science receives USDA approval for pig protein soybean'Piggy Sooy' showcases Moolec’s technology that allows for the production of animal proteins using plants.Grain Trade & ExportUSGC hosts biannual Global Industry Partners ConferenceThe conference brings together industry partners to refine market development strategies and review progress across its international programs.Grain ElevatorsThe city of Broken Arrow acquires historic grain elevatorCity officials celebrated the acquisition as a major step in preserving the iconic structure for future generations.Animal Feed ManufacturingUS cattle on feed increases slightlyReport shows a notable 12% drop in new placements and a 14% decrease in cattle marketings compared to the previous yearPage 1 of 74Next Page
