LOUIS -- Monsanto co., the world's largest seed company, said Wednesday a booming market for corn-based ethanol has fueled its corn seed sales and boosted profits by 23 percent in the second-quarter. But the profit margin on corn helped offset the pinch on other crops, delivering a net gain for Monsanto's seed division, Crews said. The company also depends on cotton and soybean sales, which have been hurt by corn's rise. Monsanto supplies seeds for corn and other grains that are designed...

Tariffs on refined soybean oil would be eliminated over five years, and tariffs on crude soybean oil would be eliminated over 10 years. negotiators prior to conclusion of the historic free trade agreement on April 1. beef exports, so that the agreement can move forward, Ostlie said. merican Soybean Association Applauds Korean Trade Agreement. Louis, MO -- The American Soybean Association (ASA) lauded a trade agreement reached with the Republic of Korea for creating landmark opportunities for U.

Only one problem: what if they get into the food chain? Environment correspondent David Adam reports on 'pharming', the new GM front line Monday April 30, 2007 The Guardian In a windowless room on the roof of a hospital in south London, the air is being slowly sucked away. Only one problem: what if they get into the food chain? Environment correspondent David Adam reports on 'pharming', the new GM front line Monday April 30, 2007 The Guardian In a windowless room on the roof of a hospital...

On the Chicago Board of Trade, corn futures ended lower following speculative sales that were countered by light position squaring. NEW YORK High-flying copper futures were undercut by profit-taking Thursday and gave back some of their recent sharp gains. Copper surged on influences including strong Asian demand _ particularly from China _ and generally favorable supply and demand fundamentals. There was also selling in the precious metals market Thursday, and prices were mostly lower at...

The company had said in October that it was switching to a new soybean oil believed to be less likely to cause heart disease. All 4,200 single-brand Taco Bells were converted to a canola oil, and all 1,400 multibrand locations switched to a soybean oil, the fast food chain said. The Louisville-based chain announced Monday that all 5,500 of its U. This month's featured offers include: Sister brand Taco Bell also said Monday that its U. Subscriber Advantage members can enjoy special offers...