Slowly but surely, farmers are getting their crops planted despite all the weather challenges Mother Nature threw out this spring. And now that the weather has turned warmer, Columbia Grain agronomist Cole LaValley from Arvilla, N.D. has this advice for farmers given all the moisture this year. “I think we’re just going to have to […]

In today’s workplace, the definition of full-time employment varies depending on where you work and who you ask. According to the Affordable Care Act, a full-time job is one that requires employees to work a minimum of 30 hours a week. But there is no legal definition of full-time employment, and specific arrangements are left […]

As a global leader in the origination, processing, logistics, and distribution of high-quality pulses and edible beans for U.S. domestic and worldwide export markets, Columbia Grain International (CGI) representatives said they understand the role legumes and pulses play in sustainable food systems and feeding the world. CGI is the largest lentil handler in the US […]

Columbia Grain International (CGI) continues to “cultivate growth” across its footprint in terms of both the farming industry and careers. CGI’s Human Resources Director says they just released a new movie which shows exactly that. “The Columbia Grain movie is really exciting,” said Hall. “We’re very proud of it. It shines a spotlight on our […]

Jeff Van Pevenage discusses Columbia Grain’s retail pulse range, Balanced Bushel, the evolution of the pet food market, and why lentils could become the truck drivers’ new favorite snack

Global chickpea stocks are at a record low, causing prices to rise as much as 50% to 75% over the past two years. Columbia Grain, Inc., a leading processor and exporter of chickpeas, lentils and other pulse crops, operates grain elevators and processing plants all across the Pacific Northwest (PNW). In this Feed & Grain […]

An increase in demand from pet owners for grain-free pet food options is growing the market for pulse crops, with a major processor recruiting contract growers for the coming season. According to Columbia Grain International (CGI), pet owners are seeking higher quality ingredients to support what experts are calling the “humanization of pet food.” “People […]

Amid a growing labor shortage in the U.S., Columbia Grain International reminds us of the impact of agricultural careers. Agriculture contributes $7 trillion to the U.S. economy and accounts for 40 million jobs or 29% of jobs in the U.S., according to a 2022 report created by 30 food and agricultural organizations, “Feeding the Economy.” […]

Columbia Grain International recently made a donation of pulses to North Star Elementary so the school can offer healthier food options to students for World Pulses Day, which was earlier this month. CGI Vice President of Pulses Tony Roelofs said the donation is part of a larger effort to give back to communities in Montana, […]