Research has been fundamental to the growth of the U.S. as a world leading food exporter, as well as an exporter of agricultural technology. The twentieth century saw extraordinary output from public research dollars, resulting in higher crop yields and greater efficiencies.
Since 2000, publicly funded research has fallen by an estimated 30 percent as a portion of all R&D in the U.S. This trend coincides with the growth of organic agriculture, and the legalization of hemp, both segments where research is critical to make competitive gains. Declines in funding occurred at both the state and federal level, and private research understandably shifted focus to near-term monetization and biotechnology.
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11.12.2024
Glycerin prices seen supported by declining biodiesel margins
Glycerin is a co-product of biodiesel production, and its supply is dependent on biodiesel margins. The more profitable the margin environment for biodiesel, the larger the supply of glycerin....
11.12.2024
Animal fats and oils prices stable amid losses in vegoil markets
"I think the big drop in soybean oil had everyone take a pause,” one source said.
December soybean oil futures closed at 46.23 cents per lb on Tuesday, down by...
11.12.2024
Meat and bonemeal, bloodmeal higher on active demand
Prices were highly mixed on Tuesday November 12, with active demand reported by market sources.
Porcine meat and bonemeal prices were steady to higher according to sources...