Canadian rail company’s containerized grain shipments direct from western Canada are also on record pace. 

Upgrades include two new dry bins, two new wet bins and a high-efficiency grain dryer.

Weakened demand and expected strong harvest impacts prices. 

A food must contain at least 50% whole grain ingredients based on dry weight to qualify.

Oscar Gonzales previously served under Secretary Tom Vilsack.

Nation’s economy is recovering following the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Transaction includes grain elevators located along the Mississippi and Ohio rivers.

Last year, the company idled two plants as US fuel usage dropped due to COVID-19 shelter-at-home orders.

Corn production dips as farmers switch to more profitable crop. 

The event will be held May 20-21, 2021.