Low Mississippi River water levels cause barges to ground, risking shipping delays and affecting US grain export competitiveness.

Low water levels on the Mississippi River have caused multiple barges to run aground, particularly in the Greenville-Vicksburg area, as the U.S. grain export season begins. The U.S. Coast Guard has reported these incidents, and American Commercial Barge Line warns of one to two day shipment delays. The Memphis water level is forecast to decline further, raising concerns about increased costs for overseas buyers and the U.S.'s competitiveness in the global grain market.

September 05, 2024
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