Archive for June, 2012
EXPORT ELEVATOR BASIC FUNCTIONS
Ever wondered how an export grain elevator works? How is all that grain handled and loaded onto ocean vessels for transport to different parts of the world? It’s actually pretty interesting. Here is a link to GIPSA/USDA website that explains the process. Click here to find out http://www.gipsa.usda.gov/fgis/vrml/shipload.htm.
Attending at export grain elevators and on-board various size vessels, OMIC Portland branch covers the entire U.S. Pacific Northwest region on both sides along the Columbia River in Oregon and Washington.