Articles tagged under: Soy Transportation Coalition
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…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…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…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…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…Soy Transportation Coalition Meets in Texas
Published February 26, 2020
Joel Scheurs represents Minnesota soybean farmers on the Soy Transportation Coalition, where he serves as vice chair. Rather than the barges we know today that move up and down the Mississippi, the STC learned about a new type of shipping…