Representatives from U.S. Grains Council and USA Rice Federation partake in event.

Board works to improve profit potential in growing small grains in Virginia.

Reports suggest new association will tighten control by Russian officials of grain exports.

Included an outing to export facility in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

It was recognized for its use of camera technology in sorting machines.

Deal subject to shareholder and regulatory approval.

Corn prices sluggish in period.

Facility will have up to 2 million tonnes of processing capacity by 2020.

Around 90 ag groups signed a letter of support.

Safety education, new technology and trade war discussion highlight this year’s event in New Orleans.