Energy
Grain movement remains active, but high ocean freight and diesel costs continue to pressure export logistics.
Corn demand received another boost last week as ethanol production climbed to a five-week high.
Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese is using cattle waste to help power its dairy operation and cheese production.
Some producers remain optimistic about farmland markets while others point to growing pressure on margins and income.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says senators are trying to align the E15 effort with broader Farm Bill negotiations as producers continue grappling with weak farm income and elevated costs.
USDA says federal biofuel policy and growing renewable diesel capacity are increasing demand for feedstocks.
USDA says growing soybean output and expanding biofuel demand are helping drive the increase.
Dave Walton with the American Soybean Association joins us to discuss China’s new ag purchase commitments, E15 policy concerns, and spring planting conditions.
Rayburn Electric Cooperative’s Chris Anderson discusses rapid AI data center expansion, mounting pressure on the electric grid, and impacts on agriculture and rural communities.
Bredenkamp discusses industry support, Senate challenges and the push for expanded E15 access.