Delays caused by Mexican train derailment almost over

Delays caused by a train derailment south of the Mexico-U.S. border are nearly over.  Mike Steenhoek with the Soy Transportation Coalition tells Brownfield the location of the derailment nearly a week ago delayed several U.S. ag commodity exports. “There was a train derailment on the Mexican side which is obviously impacting the movement of shipments,…Continue Reading

More stable hog market

A swine lending specialist anticipates more stability in the hog market going into 2025. Daryl Timmerman with Compeer Financial also serves as president of the Minnesota Pork Producers Association. “As we look forward, certainly profitability is more stable. It’s still going to be a tough challenge for many, we expect some volatility to continue.” He…Continue Reading

Chinese interest in equine creating unique opportunity for Kansas and Nebraska

China’s growing equestrian market is creating opportunities for the equine industry in Kansas and Nebraska. Tessa Beeman with the Kansas Department of Agriculture says a Chinese trade delegation recently toured several facilities to learn more about American Paint Horses. “Some were boarding facilities that offer training and riding lessons. Some were small breeders that had…Continue Reading

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