A coalition of five US states has asked for a nationwide waiver exempting refiners from having to comply with blending requirements due the coronavirus and supply/demand issues for oil in the marketplace. The request once again places President Trump in an uncomfortable position, as his administration’s decision will upset an important base of his support.
On one side is the oil industry,…
12.24.2024
Animal fats, oils markets quiet amid Christmas holiday
The US animal fats and oils markets remained steady on Tuesday December 24, amid limited trading due to the Christmas holidays.
Market sources expected activity to remain subdued...
12.24.2024
US November broiler, turkey slaughter down year on year
US animal protein prices were steady on Tuesday December 24, with limited volumes reported to have been traded. With the proximity of the end-of-year holidays, most market participants are...
12.24.2024
US weekly soybean, wheat export inspections rise, corn falls
Weekly export inspections
Export inspections of US grains showed a decline for corn but an increase for soybean and wheat in the week to December 19, according to data...