For decades, China has been a cornerstone of U.S. soybean demand—driving farm profitability, shaping rural economies and strengthening U.S. influence abroad. As trade dynamics evolve, preserving and growing this critical relationship remains a top priority for American farmers.
Of all the indicators defining whether a supply chain is effective, predictability and reliability are supreme. They are even more important than the cost or speed of transportation. If a shipper does not have confidence that the supply chain will…
The conditions along the inland waterway system remain concerning. The metaphor I routinely use – “Attaching a garden hose to a fire hydrant” – continues to be applicable. Farmers are continuing to harvest an overall strong crop, but the inland…