Grain

Strong demand is keeping grain moving, but higher transportation costs could pressure producer returns.
Rail concessions could preserve alternative service for agricultural shippers affected by the proposed merger.
Shaun Haney discusses record U.S. canola acreage, ongoing advancements in canola genetics, and how USMCA supports market growth.
Higher production boosts corn demand as rising inventories put transportation networks in focus.
Harvest season marks another year of collaboration between the brewer and barley growers.
Higher movement supports export flow, but rising ocean freight costs could reduce the value reaching producers.
USDA says rising shipping costs could pressure grain prices and reduce the Gulf’s export advantage.
Officials say the compact grain vacuum could become an important tool for fire departments.
CSX grain carloads have remained stable, but train speeds have slowed and origin dwell times have increased.
Possible El Niño conditions could slow grain shipments through the key export route.