More Research Needed for Developing Hemp Genetics

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More Research Needed for Developing Hemp Genetics

The second year of national hemp production is another year of learning for much of the country.  Producers that have grown one or more season are solving problems that arise, and refining their systems, like any farmer must do with a new crop.  Producers are still in a capitalization mode, but with far more spending discipline than the 2019 season, in light of falling hemp prices and other market realities. 

For much of the 2020 hemp crop, plant genetics are poorly matched to...

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Improved Upholstery Leather Demand Drives Hide Prices Higher

Improved Upholstery Leather Demand Drives Hide Prices Higher

The US hide market has been gaining momentum throughout the past few weeks. A few sources stated that they...

Fats, Oils, & Fuels Webinar 9/22/20: Customer Q&A

Fats, Oils, & Fuels Webinar 9/22/20: Customer Q&A

Video shorts from the Fats, Oils, & Fuels Webinar Report Our team of Senior Analysts break down questions from...

Organic Prices Have Remained Steady as Demand Has Continued to Hold Up Well

Organic Prices Have Remained Steady as Demand Has Continued to Hold Up Well

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported a reduction in renewable fuel blending during the month of August, falling for...

Fats, Oils, & Fuels Webinar 9/15/20: Customer Q&A

Fats, Oils, & Fuels Webinar 9/15/20: Customer Q&A

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Soybean Oil Futures Decline on Profit-Taking in Soy Complex

Soybean Oil Futures Decline on Profit-Taking in Soy Complex

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2020 Hempseed Harvest

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The hempseed crop this year is looking good, with some exceptions, due to pest pressure.  We estimate that...

Organic Food Grade Soybean Demand Should be Rising

Organic Food Grade Soybean Demand Should be Rising

Organic soybean prices remain elevated, and while there is little activity ahead of new crop, organic soybean prices continue...

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12.20.2024

45z guidance fails to appear; government scrambles to pass spending bill

45z guidance fails to appear; government scrambles to pass spending bill

The US government spending bill failed twice in as many days. If a deal is not reached by midnight on Friday December 20, some federal services will...

12.20.2024

US animal fats and oils end week softer across the board ahead of holiday slowdown

US animal fats and oils end week softer across the board ahead of holiday slowdown

Prices for US animal fats and oils ended the week on a lower note on Friday December 20, with most markets trending downward ahead of the upcoming holiday week,...

12.20.2024

December cattle on feed down on month, year

December cattle on feed down on month, year

Most US animal protein prices were rangebound for the week, though in wider ranges due to the impending Christmas and New Year's holiday closures.

The only significant price...

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