
USGBC Members Spotlight Maritime Shipping Opportunities in Panama
In February, the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council conducted a maritime fuels mission in Panama, bringing together a delegation of ethanol industry leaders and Council members to explore new export and market development opportunities. The visit focused

Pork Producers Push to Preserve USMCA as Key to North American Market Growth
The US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement has continued to serve as a strong pillar for the U.S. pork industry, and producers say maintaining that framework is essential for long-term stability and growth. Industry leaders argue the agreement has helped

Strait of Hormuz: Why It Matters for Ag Commodities
On today’s episode, we sit down with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics for analysis and perspective on the evolving war in the Middle East and why the Strait of Hormuz is a key chokepoint for global

SNAP Fight Dominates Second Day of House Ag Farm Bill Markup
The House Agriculture Committee entered its second day of farm bill markup with tensions rising, as the long-running divide between nutrition spending and farm programs once again took center stage. The debate over the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance

Fuel Prices Spike After U.S., Israel Target Iran Sites
It came as little surprise to energy analysts, but after the United States and Israel targeted locations in Iran, oil prices moved sharply higher. The reaction was swift across global energy markets, pushing crude futures up and

Markets on Edge Amid Global Conflict and USDA Data Ahead
Geopolitical tensions remain front and center as the war involving Iran continues, keeping outside market volatility elevated. Ongoing concerns about fertilizer movement — particularly tied to global shipping routes — are adding another layer of stress for