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Rail Canada Supply Chain Letter

NASDA

Agriculture is particularly exposed to rail stoppages due to robust fertilizer and other agricultural input trade and a sizable livestock industry that depends on rail for the timely delivery of feed grains, dried distillers grains, and further feed ingredients. Canola Association U.S.

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FAPRI outlook shows downward shifts in farm income, commodity prices

Todays Farmer Magazine

The report also noted that lower prices for farm inputs, such as fertilizer, partially offset the drop in commodity prices but not enough to avoid declines in farmers’ net returns. FAPRI’s annual outlook provides projections for agricultural and biofuel markets and serves as a point of reference for food and farm policy.

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High interest rates, strong dollar take a toll on agriculture

Todays Farmer Magazine

Here is a summary of the latest report: Grains, Farm Supply & Biofuels Historically low water levels on the Mississippi River are limiting grain movement heading into peak fall harvest season. Fertilizer prices weakened in the third quarter, with anhydrous ammonia and potash prices falling 30% and 15%, respectively.

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Bioenergy sorghum wax, a potentially valuable coproduct, enhances crop’s resilience

AgriLife Today

In addition to providing protection from drought, heat and pests, wax could generate extra revenue for producers Already valued for its resilience, biomass production and ability to improve soil fertility, bioenergy sorghum has another attribute that researchers have recently characterized: high wax production.

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Opinion: Why the Farm Bill Isn’t Prioritizing the Right Things

Modern Farmer

Its foundation relies on resource-intensive commodity crop production, which needs the majority of fertile lands to feed animals kept in confined spaces. Fertile agricultural soils should be used to grow diverse, nutritious crops for humans. But a closer look at our food system reveals many challenges.

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Three Types of Data Biofuel and Ethanol Producers Need Now for 45Z

DTN

It provides incentives for the agriculture sector to increase sustainable farming practices; it is poised to reduce biofuel and ethanol production costs while increasing profit margins; and helps lower greenhouse gas emissions across multiple sectors. A third party, such as a grain marketer can help source sustainable grains.

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An Ancient Grain Made New Again: How Sorghum Could Help U.S. Farms Adapt to Climate Change

Agritecture Blog

In the States, Sorghum is currently used mainly for creating biofuels and feeding livestock, but incorporating it into the American diet could have a long-lasting positive impact on our environment. NSP also plans to use a significant portion of its USDA Climate-Smart Commodities grant to bolster the biofuels market.

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