North Dakota corn leaders played an important role in shaping global grain trade at the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council’s International Marketing Conference and Annual Membership Meeting, held February 11–13 in Panama City, Panama.
Representatives from the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council and North Dakota Corn Growers Association joined industry partners from around the world to discuss market opportunities and set priorities for expanding demand for U.S. corn, ethanol, and other bioproducts. Through Advisory Team sessions, North Dakota delegates helped ensure the perspectives of local growers were included in key conversations around trade, infrastructure, and market development.
This year’s conference highlighted growing opportunities in Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region, along with the importance of global logistics systems like the Panama Canal. A key moment included the signing of an agreement between USGBC and the Panama Canal Authority aimed at improving trade efficiency and strengthening collaboration.
The event wrapped up with discussions that will guide USGBC’s strategy moving forward. By participating as delegates, North Dakota representatives helped position the state’s corn industry for continued growth in global markets.
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