Industry Ag News 10/31

The American Soybean Association (ASA) appreciates President Trump and his administration for prioritizing America’s farmers in the announcement regarding U.S.–China trade. After months of stalled purchases and uncertainty, this is a very positive development for soybean farmers who rely on open markets.

The Agricultural Business Council of Kansas City will host its November Breakfast Meeting in collaboration with the Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Leaders Conference. Join Council members and AFA Board representatives for breakfast and a timely presentation on the Current State and Outlook of Biofuels featuring Paul Nees, General Manager, Global Supply & Trading
Chevron Renewable Energy Group. Register here.

The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) announced March 24, 2026, will be National Agriculture Day with the theme of “Together We Grow.” Ag Day 2026 also celebrates 250 years of progress in agriculture.

National FFA announced that the National FFA Convention & Expo will continue to be held in Indianapolis through at least 2040. The announcement was made during the kickoff event for the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, which is expected to bring more than 71,000 FFA members, advisors, alumni and supporters to Indianapolis from across the country.

More than 850 student leaders and 400 industry professionals will take root in Kansas City for the 29th annual Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Leaders Conference. The three-day event is designed to fuel the future of food and agriculture through leadership development, career exploration and industry connection.

Kubota North America Corporation (KNA) announced significant leadership changes following the Kubota Corporation (KBT) Board of Directors meeting held last week in Osaka, Japan. Effective January 1, 2026, Todd Stucke will be appointed as General Manager of Agri Solutions Headquarters, Kubota Japan (KBT), and will return to the United States as President of Kubota North America. In his new roles, Stucke will lead the company’s North America technology function while advancing global and regional business growth. Stucke succeeds Mr. Nobuyuki Ishii who will retire from the company.

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Foundation announced the awarding of a total of $9.9 million in Business Builder grants to 150 businesses across the Northeast, from Washington, D.C. to Maine. These awards, made possible through the Northeast Regional Food Business Center, will support farmers, producers and food entrepreneurs working to build resilient, sustainable and locally rooted food systems.

To eliminate trade barriers and open new markets for corn farmers, the National Corn Growers Association filed comments with the Office of United States Trade Representative outlining major obstacles corn producers continue to face.

The Renewable Fuels Association announced the addition of two innovative companies, Lapis Carbon Solutions and Golgix AI, as new associate members. Their respective expertise in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) and production intelligence solutions will support ethanol producers with cutting-edge tools, services, and project development.

Thirteen farm and ranch women leaders graduated from the fall session of Women’s Communications Boot Camp hosted by the American Farm Bureau Federation. The agricultural leaders completed an intensive four-day course that featured hands-on sessions focused on public speaking, working with the media and messaging. Program graduates will use their training to strategically support issues important to farmers and help tell agriculture’s story. This includes participating in local media opportunities, sharing information with elected officials and joining social media campaigns that spotlight modern agriculture.

Source: https://agwired.com/2025/10/31/industry-ag-news-10-31/

Industry Ag News 10/31

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