Maryland farmer and USB director Belinda Burrier explains how the expansion of the Port of Grays Harbor to export more U.S. soybean meal to Asia benefits farmers, the community, U.S. Soy customers and sustainable fuel.
Around the World

Parana River Levels Shifting Volumes to U.S.

Alan Barrett|May 5, 2020

Lower water levels along Argentina’s Parana River may limit that country’s exports and possibly boost U.S soybean sales.

Animal Nutrition

Soybean Shipments to Mexico Expected to Soar

Alan Barrett|Apr 29, 2020

A new crushing plant in Mexico is expected to further boost U.S. soybean exports to that market.

Exports

Railways Keep U.S. Grains Chugging Down the Track to Export Market

U.S. Grains Council|Apr 16, 2020

The U.S. continues to ship agricultural commodities via railways, including a reliable supply of soybeans and soy products, during the coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic.

Exports

U.S. Ag Exports Continue During Pandemic

USSEC Staff Writer|Apr 7, 2020

The novel coronavirus COVID-19 has slowed many industries in recent months. But U.S. farmers continue to grow a reliable supply of agricultural commodities – including…

Exports

Flooding Concerns Remain for Next Couple of Months

Alan Barrett|Apr 1, 2020

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released the 2020 National Hydrologic Assessment report, which provides an extended forecast for water related issues. For farmers…

Exports

Safe Soybeans, Hazards to Crew: How COVID-19 is Impacting Trade

Alan Barrett|Mar 28, 2020

ProFarmer and Hellenic Shipper News reported that China’s soymeal futures are increasing as soybean crushers suspended operations due to a shortage of soybeans as the…

Exports

March WASDE Sees USDA Raise World Soybean Carryout

Rob Hatchett|Mar 18, 2020

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued its monthly World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report on Tuesday, March 11. In the report, the…

Around the World

U.S. Soy’s Connection to Taiwan Remains Strong

South Dakota Soybean|Mar 13, 2020

For more than 50 years, U.S. soybean farmers have been collaborating with partners in Taiwan to meet their soybean needs. The trade relationship has grown…

Around the World

USDA Provides Initial 2020/21 U.S. Soybean Outlook

Rob Hatchett|Mar 11, 2020

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) held its annual Agricultural Outlook Forum outside of Washington D.C. in late February. At the symposium, analysts and media…

Infrastructure

Improvements to Illinois, Upper Mississippi Rivers will Benefit U.S. Soy

Alan Barrett|Mar 1, 2020

The inland Mississippi River system plays a major role in transporting U.S. grains and oilseeds, especially soybeans. The inland Mississippi River system is comprised of…