Tariffs set to take effect Tuesday

The president of the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association (IFCA) says the Trump administration’s threatened tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China are set to go into effect Tuesday.   Kevin Johnson says a trip to Washington, D.C. last week was dominated by tariff talk, especially concerning Canadian potash. “Ninety eight percent of that comes from…… Continue Reading

Spotlight on Soybeans Podcast Ep. 17 | Building Trust

In this Spotlight on Soybeans, listen in on Missouri Soybeans’ successful marketing mission to Mexico and Panama, which highlighted the importance of personal relationships in international trade. The mission aimed to build trust and secure long-term demand for Missouri soybeans. Positive feedback from key customers emphasized the quality and reliability of Missouri soybeans, with a…… Continue Reading

Rollercoaster weather continues

The chief science fellow with Nutrien Ag Solutions says rollercoaster weather conditions are expected to continue for much of the Midwest. Eric Snodgrass says short-term forecasts show a series of systems are expected to bring a range of conditions. “The good news is it’s dropping our highs off back into the 30s rather than back…… Continue Reading

Longshoremen accept new contract

A new longshoremen’s union contract ensures imports and exports will move through U.S. ports for the next six years. More than 99% of the 24-thousand east coast and gulf shore International Longshoreman’s Union members voted to approve the pact covering fourteen ports last week.  The approval vote gives union members a 62% pay raise over…… Continue Reading

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