This year’s China International Import Expo showcased the versatility of U.S. grains and co-products and strengthened ties with Chinese partners and customers. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/WOsIf1px47

The American Soybean Association World Initiative for Soy in Human Health program and the Ministry of Investments, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan recently agreed to collaborate on advancing trade between the nations and developing U.S. soy value chains: https://t.co/w2irPT4N8S

While domestic soy markets remain strong, the EPA's proposed 50% RIN value reduction for imported feedstocks remains an industry focus. A delay could mean more imports in the market, pressuring vegetable oil prices. Read the full story on Grain Journal:

The IOMSA Golden Ticket Award is back, offering five grain processing facility employees a complimentary GEAPS Exchange Registration and $500 Travel Stipend, allowing participants to receive education and networking. Applications are open through Jan. 8: https://t.co/p7LcrzEVlP

US Wheat Associates Vice Chairman Millershaski joined the first leg of the Bayer Leadership Program, where he met state wheat leaders. The program covers leadership and communication, plus policy/economic issues. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/7TVBmpCFaN

The advancement of nominees for Chief Agricultural Negotiator Chairman and Commodity Futures Trading Commission have been praised by ag groups, with officials commenting on the expertise of the nominees. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/jnrriiQ1c4

Two Mississippi State University Juniors have been selected for the 2025 Gateway to Ag Careers program, a competitive program designed to give students connections with leaders in ag technology and digital innovation. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/vPiYSr25sJ

GEAPS launches a new Management Basics for Grain Facility Supervisors course designed to teach the core duties of supervisors in grain facilities, providing both learning and training to master skills in leadership, safety, operations and management: https://t.co/P5xt3FAdaq

Brock Grain Systems Kansas City has named Brad Spencer as Logistics Supervisor, responsible for setting and implementing logistical parameters. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/EHuoJthBkW

The America First Trade Promotion Program was announced last week, and has been received positively by agriculture groups, who see it as a valuable expansion of U.S. trade programs. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/xbqZb6htwY

The World Initiative for Soy in Human Health program hosted multiple prodictive discussions and made key connections at the United Nation’s Cambodia Agriculture Forum and Exhibition 2025. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/O7zNa6KvtM

Despite China making its largest single-day purchase of U.S. soybeans in two years, market pressures for soybean producers remain. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/aLCaXHjEdr

Federal assistance for farmers remains delayed and uncertain, with no clear timeline on when growers can expect checks. For many, this means support will arrive after planting decisions are made- If it arrives at all. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/fpsUjBDZ45

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that USDA wrongly excluded corn, soybean, and canola oils from bioengineered foods, and regulations may ultimately require approved wording or the bioengineered logo directly on the package. Read the full story on Grain Journal:

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz visited Bühler’s Uzwil headquarters to learn about Switzerland's dual vocational education system could be a blueprint to develop Minnesota's apprenticeship programs. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/b8OrFEH65R

The Wheat Growers Association is calling on the Canadian federal government to improve confidence in the Canadian supply chain amid regular port delays. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/hxpmLZzOTF

The end of the government shutdown brings relief, but it does not bring long term certainty. New policy decisions loom, and for many knowledge of what to expect from farm policy can't come soon enough. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/dUB8B6FJS0

The Trump administration has announced trade frameworks with multiple Latin American countries, seeking preferential access for U.S. agricultural goods. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/Idfps09l2g

The EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are working on a new definition of Waters of the United States, earning praise from agricultural groups for aiming to clarify its relation to farmland. Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/hoCWUCLUnx

A Michigan State University has received the Soil Science Research Award from the Soil Science Society of America for research into soil health, including what he dubs "yield stability zones". Read the full story on Grain Journal: https://t.co/erTu1ywcMt