Several landmark events for the grain trade occurred during 2015: Colombia purchased U.S. sorghum for the first-time in recent memory; China claimed the top spot for DDGS and sorghum purchases despite policy challenges; and TPP negotiators finally reached a deal.

The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) also experienced its own organizational landmarks. From completing another successful Taiwanese Goodwill Mission to launching a historic aqua feeding trial in Vietnam to releasing its first-ever sorghum quality report, the USDA cooperator had a fruitful 2015.

These successes and more are highlighted in the Council’s 2015 annual report, which is now available online at www.grains.org/annualreport2015.

“Developing new markets and serving our loyal customers takes commitment and determination, which the Council has demonstrated time and again,� said USGC Chairman Alan Tiemann, who farms in Nebraska. “In the more than 55 years since its founding, our organization has helped U.S. agricultural exports reach new levels of achievement and growth – a record of excellence that continued in earnest in 2015.�

In addition to these achievements, the Council’s online annual report includes market profiles of about 20 key U.S. grain customers; highlights of USGC work around the world in 2015; and video updates covering our key successes.

A printed companion piece is being mailed to all Council members, with additional copies available at future Council meetings and tradeshows.

A PDF version of the printed report is also available online at http://grains.org/sites/default/files/USGC_2015AnlRpt_fnl.pdf.