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Barge backlog starts moving as Mississippi River reopens

Over 1,000 barges waiting to pass

By Tom Polansek, GFM Network News May 14, 2021

Chicago | Reuters — The Mississippi River reopened to vessel traffic near Memphis on Friday, the U.S. Coast Guard said, ending a shutdown of part of the waterway that caused a backlog of more than 1,000 barges carrying oil, corn and other goods. The Coast Guard said the river is open to all vessel traffic […] Read more

Farmers arrive with blankets and mattresses for others at the site of a protest against farm laws at Ghaziabad, India on Jan. 29, 2021. (Photo: Reuters/Danish Siddiqui)

Crops, Reuters

UN urges ‘maximum restraint’ as India farm protesters widen blockade

By Reuters, GFM Network News February 6, 2021

Mumbai | Reuters — The United Nations human rights office called on Indian authorities and protesting farmers to exercise “maximum restraint” hours before the growers impose a nationwide road blockade on Saturday seeking a repeal of new agricultural laws. Tens of thousands of farmers have camped out on the outskirts of New Delhi for more […] Read more

Crops, Markets

Thunder Bay sees increased port traffic to start season

By MarketsFarm Team, GFM Network News May 5, 2020

MarketsFarm — The Port of Thunder Bay reports “a surge in grain throughput” as the global COVID-19 pandemic has led to tight grain supplies in some countries and an increase in demand. Grain moved through Thunder Bay, on the northern shore of Lake Superior, is loaded onto “laker” vessels that transport to North American destinations […] Read more

General, Markets, Reuters

U.S.-Canada border to temporarily close to nonessential travel

By Reuters, GFM Network News March 18, 2020

Washington/Ottawa | Reuters — The U.S.-Canada border will close to nonessential traffic, U.S. President Donald Trump tweeted on Wednesday, saying details on the move would be announced later but that it would not affect trade between the two countries. “We will be, by mutual consent, temporarily closing our Northern Border with Canada to non-essential traffic. […] Read more

CN locomotives in Winnipeg. (Photo courtesy CN)

Crops, Reuters

CN could shut parts of network over pipeline protests

By Denise Paglinawan, GFM Network News February 12, 2020

Reuters — Canadian National Railway said Tuesday it would be forced to shut down parts of its network unless rail line blockades in protest against a natural gas pipeline in British Columbia are removed. The protests of recent weeks are seen as a flashpoint for indigenous rights and reconciliation and demonstrators on Tuesday also blocked […] Read more

Crops, News

Be extra cautious when using public roads, says Alberta Agriculture

It’s highly recommended to only travel during the day and when traffic is light, says farm safety co-ordinator

By Alberta Agriculture and Forestry June 7, 2016

Reading Time: 2 minutes When it comes to moving farm equipment on public roads, a little planning can go a long way towards preventing accidents. “Farmers should check their route prior to starting out with farm equipment to be sure equipment will fit on all roads and bridges and that there are no low-hanging power lines along the route,” […] Read more

U.S. grains: Corn, soy futures sag on end-of-month selling

Dominican Republic restricts pig shipments after ASF confirmed

CNH Industrial bets on strong market to counter worst supply chain situation

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U.S. grains: Corn, soy futures sag on end-of-month selling

Dominican Republic restricts pig shipments after ASF confirmed

CNH Industrial bets on strong market to counter worst supply chain situation

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Barge backlog starts moving as Mississippi River reopens

UN urges ‘maximum restraint’ as India farm protesters widen blockade

Thunder Bay sees increased port traffic to start season

U.S.-Canada border to temporarily close to nonessential travel

CN could shut parts of network over pipeline protests

Be extra cautious when using public roads, says Alberta Agriculture

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