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How Will the Dockworker Strike Affect the Grain Industry?
UPDATE: Dockworkers’ Strike Suspended: Tentative Agreement Reached Amid Port DisruptionsFor the latest developments on the dockworkers’ strike and its impact on port operations, check out our recent article here detailing the tentative agreement and what it means for the grain market. As of October 1, dockworkers across 36 ports on the East and Gulf Coasts […]
Potential Strikes at U.S. Ports Could Disrupt Agricultural Exports
UPDATE: Dockworkers’ Strike Suspended: Tentative Agreement Reached Amid Port DisruptionsFor the latest developments on the dockworkers’ strike and its impact on port operations, check out our recent article here detailing the tentative agreement and what it means for the grain market. As the possibility of a dock workers’ strike looms over the U.S., concerns are […]
Canadian Grain Workers Strike Threatens Exports Amid Critical Season
A labor dispute at Vancouver grain terminals has escalated, as workers represented by the Grain Workers Union Local 333 have gone on strike, halting operations at five key export terminals. The union, which represents around 650 workers, issued the strike notice after failed contract negotiations with the Vancouver Terminal Elevators Association (VTEA). According to a […]
Ultimate Unofficial Guide to Railway Interchange 2023 in Indianapolis
Railway Interchange 2023 Railway Interchange 2023 will be held in Indianapolis, IN from October 1-4 at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Control Chief will be on hand at booth 1307 to showcase our Locomotive Remote Control products. Floor Plan Make sure to stop by booth 1307! You can see the complete floor plan here: Schedule at […]
Russia Suspends Grain Deal Amid Ukraine War: Impact on Global Grain Markets
Since the Ukraine War with Russia started in 2022, fighting between the two countries have had a drastic impact on grain markets. Russia produces 11% of the world’s grain, and Ukraine produces 3%. Bringing that grain to market revolves heavily on cooperation between the two countries to bring the grain from field to port. Control […]