SSGA talks successes in D.C.
SSGA staff and board members discussed their successes and future plans with USDA, several agricultural organizations and legislative leaders during their Washington, D.C., trip in April. SSGA Chair Bob Sinner, […]
Entries by Katelyn Engquist
Opportunities in Japan’s food processing ingredients sector reported by USDA
According to USDA/FAS’s annual report on Japan’s Food Processing Ingredients sector, confectionary products, condiments/sauces and whisky (rye or bourbon) are among top prospects for manufacturing using U.S. ingredients. The report […]
Argus Murmurings: Effects of port closure expected to be minimal for organic soy market
Organic soybean imports in April 2024 are estimated at 3,400 MT, down 90% from the prior month and 89% from the prior year. Ukraine and Canada both supplied an estimated […]
Transportation Roundup: Intermodal transport industry eyeing potential strike, SSGA watching changing sailing dates
By Gary Williams, SSGA director of transportation and regulatory affairs We are watching…Canada. The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) Union is voting during a period beginning April 8-May 1 on […]
Transportation Roundup: Cargo insurance basics
The Maersk Dali is a crisp reminder of the value of cargo insurance when you finally need it. In the news of late and conversations on some of the calls […]
IP Crop Network, April Report
This feature from SSGA’s Agronomy Action Team highlights growing conditions for identity preserved crops from different regions around the country. Thanks to the states/regions that contributed to this report. Minnesota […]
Save the date for SSGA’s 2025 events
SSGA has announced dates for three events in 2025. The Identity Preserved International Summit will return Feb. 18-20 in Honolulu, Hawaii. SSGA’s annual meeting will be held March 11, followed […]
ICC group will enhance SSGA’s international network
SSGA is pleased to announce the addition of a global management team that will be working on the alliance’s behalf in implementing overseas programs, including promotion of the U.S. Identity […]
Transportation Roundup: CARB regulations could hinder ag shippers
Of current concern for much of the agriculture industry is the request from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for authorization of regulations that would target key aspects of the […]
SSGA celebrates first US identity preserved sale to South Asia
After three years promoting U.S. identity preserved soy in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka, the Specialty Soya and Grains Alliance’s (SSGA) efforts have met the ultimate success. In late 2023, […]
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