Press release From the Author - Page 4 Commodities USDA breaks ground on plant research facility State-of-the-art facility will conduct research on maize, soybean, wheat, cotton and peanuts. Grain Processing POET reopens bioprocessing facility in Indiana Plant was originally idled in 2019 and now features $30 million in new technology and upgrades. Logistics Organic mill to be served by new rail spur Revive Milling in Sandersville, Georgia, will be connected to the CSX rail line via the 4.5-mile-long Hanson Spur. Company News ADM appoints senior vice president Regina Bynote will serve as the company’s new senior vice president, general counsel and secretary. Business & Markets Report: Producer sentiment lower in August Purdue University finds farmer sentiment dipping with a weaker view of current conditions. Company News The Arthur Companies invests in Levridge with strategic partnership Levridge Investment will help Levridge develop cloud-based systems for agribusinesses. Initiatives Cargill honored for leadership in sustainability BIG Sustainability Awards honor organizations who have made sustainability an integral part of their business practice. Animal Feed Manufacturing AFIA report highlights animal feed industry trends, challenges Annual "Our Industry, Our Promise" report details operational challenges facing today’s animal feed and pet food manufacturers. Mergers & Acquisitions Logistical tech company Roger acquired by Ever.Ag Roger LLC Charter member companies are fully committed to continue using and expanding Roger solutions across their businesses long term. Commodities Study: Soybean industry has $124 billion impact on US economy The 33-page study from NOPA and USB analyzes the soybean value chain’s impact on the U.S. economy since 2019. IPPE IPPE 2024 Young Leaders Under 30 awards open Goal of the program is to engage and invest in the next generation of young professionals. Association News WIA names Demeter Award of Excellence recipients The award recognizes those who have achieved excellence in their field or demonstrated an outstanding contribution to the agribusiness industry. Previous Page Page 4 of 13 Next Page