U.S. grain elevators see potential for big profits in the 2023/2024 marketing year. According to a recent report from CoBank, an abundance of corn and soybeans has resulted in cheaper basis and bigger ...

The North Dakota Grain Growers Association is urging federal policymakers to change the rules of a loan program that helps ...

The story of the biblical Old Testament’s Joseph, who I consider the first secretary of agriculture, highlights the timeless importance of grain storage during years of plenty to prepare for scarcity.

With some of last year's grain crop still in storage and a bumper crop expected this year, the demand for grain storage is high. "Grain can be stored in many types of facilities," North Dakota State ...

Commercial grain elevators often pile their grain outside for temporary storage. Though this is initially an inexpensive investment, it leaves grain exposed to the elements and increases the ...

During a typical day, the outdoor air temperature may fluctuate by 25 to 30 degrees. This warms the bin and the grain next to the wall during the day, but during the night, the bin and the grain next ...

U.S. grain storage capacity has stalled out since 2020 after two decades of growth, according to a University of Illinois analysis. Storage capacity increased by about 350 million bushels per year ...

Storing grain on the farm is a good way to increase marketing flexibility. On the other hand, building grain storage isn’t free – so how long would it take for would-be new storage structures to pay ...

When consumers buy bread in the store, they may not think about all the costs that go into it — like the expense of storing grain. But that’s something farmers and millers think about these days ...

Experts share tips to keep stored grain cool, monitor conditions and safely manage bins if you’re holding grain into late ...

For farmers wanting to retain control of their grain and ensure maximum protection from the elements, constructing a long-term storage facility on your farm is essential. Before you connect with your ...