Red Wing Grain receives $10.1 million federal grant for infrastructure upgrade
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What happened
Red Wing Grain was announced to receive a federal grant of over $10.1 million from the Maritime Administration's 2026 Port Infrastructure Development Program. The funds will be used to revamp the company's riverfront infrastructure. Jim Larson, general manager at Red Wing Grain, stated the grant will modernize the 71-year-old facility and increase cargo throughput.
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Why it matters
The grant funding will modernize the facility's barge loading system, conveyors, and computer systems. This investment is expected to help Red Wing Grain increase its cargo throughput and maintain competitiveness in agricultural commerce.
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Who's involved
- Jim LarsonGeneral manager of Red Wing Grain, who will oversee the modernization project.
- Tina SmithHelped secure the federal grant for Red Wing Grain.
- MinnesotaState where the infrastructure modernization for agricultural commerce is taking place.
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The entities involved
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Jim Larson
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Tina Smith
United States Senator from Minnesota