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Production of distillers dried grains (DDG) has soared in recent years as ethanol production has grown.

High cotton prices, especially relative to man-made fibers, have helped accelerate the decline in cotton’s share of global fiber consumption over the last several years.

Brazilian exports continue to surge and provide growing competition for U.S. farm products.

Rising global demand and higher prices drove U.S. hay exports to a record $1.25 billion in 2012.

Brazilian crop and livestock production continues to expand, building on rapid gains over the past few decades.

With implementation of the CAFTA-DR agreement, U.S. agricultural exports to the region have surged and continued growth is expected.