Railroad and Maritime Trade
Railroads told the Surface Transportation Board’s National Grain Car Council they expect strong transportation demand but no major harvest-service problems.
Rising transportation costs are increasing the price of U.S. corn and soybeans delivered to Japan, adding pressure to export competitiveness.
The National Grain and Feed Association says it spent months studying how the proposed deal could affect grain transportation.
Operating costs reached a record $2.34 per mile in 2025 as carriers faced higher expenses and thin profit margins.
Changes in rail rates and expanded crush capacity could reshape soybean basis and marketing opportunities across producing regions.
Farmers should monitor the Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger and conditions along the Mississippi River and Panama Canal as they plan for harvest.
The Black Sea is a major export route for wheat, corn, and other agricultural commodities. Recent attacks, however, are disrupting exports from Russia and Ukraine.
Veteran and independent trucker Lewie Pugh explains how the Freedom Haulers Initiative aims to help military veterans transition into civilian trucking careers.
Nearshoring and supply chain transparency are reshaping sourcing decisions for apparel brands.
China Soybean Buying, New Export Terminal Signal Positive Outlook for U.S. Soy Industry