January 23, 2026: Efforts Underway to Expand U.S. Grain Demand, Animal Ag Faces Challenges

Ag News Daily

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This week’s agriculture news highlights growing demand for U.S. grains, including increased soybean exports during the 2024–25 marketing year, along with continued efforts to expand corn demand. We also take a closer look at challenges facing the animal agriculture sector and how industry groups are working to address them. In the agriculture headlines this week: China has purchased about 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans, fulfilling its pledge by the end of February. The U.S. Supreme Court will review Durnell v. Monsanto (Roundup), a case with major impacts for farmers. We also cover new efforts to boost corn demand, congressional funding for some agencies in fiscal year 2026, potential expansion of farmer aid and Canada’s newly announced trade framework with China. This week’s interview focuses on some ways groups are advocating for animal agriculture and the resources available for producers and ag groups, featuring Animal Agriculture Alliance’s Director of Communications and Marketing Emily Ellis. She shares how recent food and nutrition reports are being interpreted and what the nonprofit organization has learned over the past year. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!