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Unpredictable Supply Chain

Published March 23, 2022

According to Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek, predictability is often viewed as more important than affordability and speed of transit for the supply chain. With fertilizer shipments being a concern for spring, Steenhoek says the supply chain’s 'just…

Improvements Will Be Made to Lock 25 on Mississippi River

Published January 23, 2022

Funding to complete improvements to Lock and Dam 25 was included in the infrastructure bill that passed in November. Soybean Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says this is a big win for agriculture. "Agriculture's been pining for a number…

Top Story #8: Infrastructure Bill Signed Into Law

Published December 30, 2021

In November, Congress passed a $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package and then, President Biden signed it into law. For years, lawmakers talked about passing an infrastructure bill, but failed to reach an agreement on the price. This year, lawmakers pushed…

Think Global

Published November 8, 2021

According to Soy Transportation Coalition President Mike Steenhoek, Rural America will benefit from the investment for roads and bridges in the infrastructure bill. The investment in ports and waterways will also benefit agriculture. "When you represent the soybean industry where…

Transportation Challenges for Grain Shippers

Published September 8, 2021

The recovery is continuing on the Lower Mississippi River in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. River traffic is slowly opening up. Export loadings remain light which is likely influencing basis levels on the river system. "It is an important reminder…

Infrastructure Proposal Talks Bring Cautious Optimism for Ag

Published March 24, 2021

More details about the infrastructure proposal and what it means for agriculture are expected to unfold in the next few weeks. "Roads and bridges need to be improved," said Mike Steenhoek, executive director, Soy Transportation Coalition. "Our port system for…

Infrastructure Investments On the Wish List

Published April 9, 2020

The immediate focus of the government is on emergency measures to battle coronavirus, but once the attention turns to rebuilding the economy, infrastructure could be a priority. "We're going to be turning our attention to long-term wellness. The temptation will…

River Locks and Dams Upgrades Happening

Published February 28, 2020

Several locks and dams are on the Illinois and Ohio Rivers are scheduled to be upgraded this year. The inland waterways have been in need of repair and modernization for years. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says that…

Lower Mississippi River Shipping Channel Deepens

Published February 12, 2020

The Army Corps of Engineers and Congress approved deepening the shipping channel on the lower Mississippi River from Baton Rouge to the Gulf from 45 feet to a new depth of 50 feet. Soy Transportation Coalition President and CEO Mike…

Improving Inland Waterways Could Be a Way to Enhance Competitiveness

Published August 30, 2019

U.S. soybean farmers are asking the federal government to maintain and improve inland waterways. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says the lower Mississippi is the focus. "China is willing to take steps to invest in channel deepening in…

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Unpredictable Supply Chain

Improvements Will Be Made to Lock 25 on Mississippi River

Top Story #8: Infrastructure Bill Signed Into Law

Think Global

Transportation Challenges for Grain Shippers

Infrastructure Proposal Talks Bring Cautious Optimism for Ag

Infrastructure Investments On the Wish List

River Locks and Dams Upgrades Happening

Lower Mississippi River Shipping Channel Deepens

Improving Inland Waterways Could Be a Way to Enhance Competitiveness

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