Sustainability top of mind for facility operators; geopolitics add challenges

Increased US acreage, rising South American production lowering prices

Guided organization through growth, global trade shifts

Research focusing on high-performance seeds, farming techniques

Higher intake driven by reduced tariffs

High construction costs cited as reason for decision

Ten of 18 items tracked post monthly increases

Consolidation gives government more control over exports

Will house university courses, NCI and USDA offices.

Weaker commodity prices, more challenging conditions impact results