Research Reports
Report Details
Title:
U.S. Containerized Grain and Oilseed Exports: Industry Profile, Phase I
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University:
North Dakota State University
Publication Date:
Apr 2002
Report #:
MPC-02-132
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Keywords:
business practices, commodities, containerization, exports, forecasting, grain, marketing, needs assessment, origin and destination, shipments, volume
Type:
Research Report – MPC Publications
Final Report Abstract
The objective of this report is to develop a profile of the U.S. containerized grain and oilseed export industry, including marketing activities, future expectations, information needs, and business practices. This report forms Phase I in a proposed two-phase analysis of the grain container industry. Information developed in this report regarding shipment origins, commodity volumes, and market destinations provides a base for conducting a survey of industry participants that might be used as a tool in development, planning, and enhancement of opportunities for containerized marketing of grain products.