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Articles tagged under: Mike Steenhoek

Whiplash River Levels

Published July 7, 2023

The water levels on the Mississippi River are going through whiplash since fall after the rapid rise from the runoff this spring. "When that snow melted it was disproportionately fed into our streams and rivers," said Mike Steenhoek, executive director,…
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Dramatic Changes in River Levels

Published May 3, 2023

This past fall, water levels were at a historically low point on the Mississippi and other rivers. This spring brought a barrage of moisture that is causing barge transportation challenges, due to high water levels. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director…
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A Double-Sided Coin

Published March 18, 2023

Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek said the Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern merger is notable because it signals the first single line service from Canada, through the U.S. to Mexico. "Some people welcome the prospect of having…
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River Levels Return to Normal

Published February 15, 2023

Water levels along the Mississippi River made headlines last year. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says transportation along the river is returning to normal. "We have seen about a significant improvement, but that is something we'll continue to…
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Transportation Woes Continue

Published January 12, 2023

From railways to rivers, transportation methods in 2022 have been challenging. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says agriculture isn’t able to absorb increased transportation costs without farmers feeling their margins tighten. "Agriculture doesn't have exorbitant profit margins or…
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Trains Continue to Roll

Published December 2, 2022

Commodity and agriculture groups are applauding Congress’ action to avert a rail strike. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek is pleased, but would have liked the railroads and unions to reach a deal on their own. "We were at…
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Transporation Issues Ripple Effect

Published October 21, 2022

Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says transportation challenges will impact the entire grain industry. "It's not just about growing a crop and having demand for it. You need to have effective connectivity between supply and demand. That's what…
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One Step Forward, Two Steps Back

Published October 21, 2022

A major union rejected the tentative contract agreement with the railroads, renewing the risk of a rail strike. "It's not like our rail system was operating full throttle before, but we were hoping to see rail service improve during this…
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Labor Dispute Threatens Rail Movement

Published August 19, 2022

Members of the Presidential Emergency Board have made recommendations to resolve a dispute between U.S. railroads and railroad unions. The two sides have 30 days to accept the recommendations or reach a different agreement. If an agreement isn’t reached, workers…
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Checking the Numbers

Published June 27, 2022

According to Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek, a farmer could save 95 cents per day on diesel costs, depending on usage, under President Biden’s gas tax holiday plan. That comes to about $85 for just the federal taxes…
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