"I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death."
World corn production and stocks are higher, according to USDA's latest reports, but the stocks-to-use ratio shows the surplus is shrinking. That may bolster U.S. corn prices as the market tries to buy more acres.
While a series of national workshops aim to take a broad look at agricultural competition, seeds will take center stage at the initial event this week in Ankeny, Iowa.
Ethanol prices have moved from a strong premium to RBOB futures to a sharp discount. Strong demand in gasoline markets and sluggish ethanol markets are changing the pricing dynamics between the two.
The U.S. Senate on Wednesday approved a tax-extenders bill that includes a tax credit for biodiesel after months of delay, with the bill's passage cheered by biodiesel producers across the country.
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