New book examines the central role wheat has played in past world wars and today’s conflict in Ukraine 

Company CEO says updated business model paying dividends

Weather, geopolitics driving world grain prices

Despite production issues, continent seeks less dependence on imports

Fourteen killed this week as Port of Odesa targeted

One killed, five injured in Oct. 7 attack at the Port of Odesa

Increases storage and handling capacity at two elevators

Ship was carrying wheat destined for Egypt

Nation trying to take advantage of military gains

Political tensions, economic issues pushing some countries toward protectionism