Ag Business Articles
Paul Launches Davenport Policy
Published July 28, 2022
Bev Paul has started a new business called Davenport Policy to help clients with farm policy and strategy. Paul was with Gordley Associates for more than 20 years.A Return to Consulting for Kessler
Published July 28, 2022
Director of Strategic Initiatives and Engagement Melissa Kessler is leaving the U.S. Grains Council September 2 to return to consulting fulltime. Kessler will focus on strategy, organization effectiveness and executive coaching.Johnson Moves to FCS of America
Published July 28, 2022
Myriah Johnson is the new vice president of corporate sustainability for Farm Credit Services of America. Johnson served in similar roles for BrdgAI and the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.Sanderson Farms Purchase Complete
Published July 26, 2022
Cargill and Continental Grain completed their joint purchase of Laurel, Mississippi-based Sanderson Farms. Sanderson Farms will combine with Continental Grain subsidiary Wayne Farms, forming a new privately held poultry business. The new business, Wayne-Sanderson Farms, will be headquartered in Oakwood,…Oilseeds and Ag Services Business Profitable for ADM
Published July 26, 2022
Archer Daniels Midland is reporting second quarter operating profits of $1.8 billion. That's based on the strength of its ag services and oilseeds processing businesses. "We're seeing things executed well, navigating dynamic conditions to deliver," said Juan Luciano, CEO/Chairman. "Even…No Simple Process
Published July 26, 2022
The Black Sea ports of Odesa and Mykolaiv have the largest capacity to handle grain and grain products. Frayne Olson, the grains marketing economist at NDSU Extension, remains concerned about safety. "There has to be some clearing of the mines…Making the Fertilizer Decision
Published July 26, 2022
NDSU Extension’s updated fertilizer recommendations will be available online by mid-August. "The biggest change is we've expanded our nitrogen costs," said Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen. Innovus Agra farm business management coach Bret Oelke said timing is important. "Do farmers…Federal Scrutiny Sought for Fufeng Project
Published July 26, 2022
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum is asking the federal government for an expedited review of the Fufeng Group’s proposed wet corn milling plant in Grand Forks. A letter was sent to federal leaders to formally support the request made by…Port of Oakland Reopens
Published July 26, 2022
After a weeklong shutdown, cargo containers are moving again through the Port of Oakland. Independent truckers stopped traffic in and out of the port to protest a new California labor law. Oakland is the third largest port in California and…