Among the vast spending powers of the US Government, national defense comprises about 10% of a $10 trillion annual budget, according to
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are funding ongoing hemp fiber research for the purpose of incorporating hemp into military uniforms. This is not a brand-new idea, it has been discussed occasionally since the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill in the public and private arena.
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02.04.2025
Chicago, Gulf animal fats and oils markets strengthen despite ongoing uncertainty
The US animal fats and oils markets were stable to higher on Tuesday February 4, as Chicago market activity saw a notable uptick throughout the day.
Six railcars...
02.04.2025
Light trade volume leaves most US animal protein prices flat
Light trade volume was reported in the US animal proteins markets for Tuesday February 4.
Ruminant meat and bonemeal, Missouri River, was reported as steady from Monday February...
02.04.2025
December US soybean crush, corn consumption up month on month
US soybean crush above monthly, yearly levels
Soybeans crushed for crude oil totaled 218 million bushels in December 2024, up by 7% from November and by 4% from...