Weekly Hemp Recap

Weekly Hemp Recap

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Hemp Feed is More than Oilseed

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 exploring the feeding value of post-extraction hemp biomass could have a significant impact on grower’s and extractor’s bottom lines.  We’ve discussed ongoing efforts to gain approval for hempseed and derivatives, but hemp biomass is also being evaluated as a forage option for ruminant producers.   

Kansas State University (KSU) is undertaking hemp feeds research, probing the nutritive value of hemp biomass, but as with any hemp feed study, the pharmacokinetics, and residuals in meat or milk are of equal concern.   

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05.06.2024

Strong biodiesel production seen weighing on crude glycerin prices

Strong biodiesel production seen weighing on crude glycerin prices

The whispers of declining biodiesel production are meeting with resistance. Some observers have been sounding the alarm regarding declining production for over a year now, but if true, biodiesel...

05.06.2024

Average weekly hog slaughter to decrease into mid-June: Fastmarkets’ research team

Average weekly hog slaughter to decrease into mid-June: Fastmarkets’ research team

Distillers’ corn oil (DCO) prices fell to 42-43.5 cents per lb delivered US Gulf on Monday May 6 for May-June shipments. There was additional trading reported on the same...

05.06.2024

Year-to-date commercial cattle production falls 2.30% y-o-y

Year-to-date commercial cattle production falls 2.30% y-o-y

US animal proteins prices were steady on Monday May 6. Limited trade was reported, with several market participants only testing prices, Fastmarkets heard.

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