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Mississippi River Shipping Water and Trump Defends Chinese Ag Land Purchases
The Agribusiness Update
Low water levels on the Mississippi River are increasing transportation costs for American farmers as drought conditions continue to disrupt barge traffic, and President Trump defends Chinese purchases of U.S. farmland during his visit to Beijing.
US Mississippi River Not Efficient for Movement of Ag Goods
Line on Agriculture
The US Grains Council is prioritizing improvement for river access for corn exports.
Grain Barges on Mississippi Down and U.S. Sweet Potato Exports
The Agribusiness Update
Grain barges being unloaded in New Orleans in September and October dropped significantly, and we are not the only country enjoying U.S. sweet potatoes.
Pork and Beef Exports Up Slightly and Food Price Index Down
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. pork and beef exports were both up slightly in August, and the Food Price Index down slightly for sixth consecutive month.
March Milk Production Down and Pig Farmers Environmental
The Agribusiness Update
March milk production is down even though per cow output higher, and Pig Farmers show environmentally friendly side.
Dam Removal Update Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Another ploy to push dam removal study on lower Snake River.
Dam Removal Update Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Another ploy to push dam removal study on lower Snake River.
Barging and the planned extended river closure
Farm of the Future
Up river grain shippers will be able to store some grain on barges in the lower Columbia when the Columbia-Snake River system is shutdown for major lock repairs in early 2011.