#cobank

Captain Cobank, captain of the guard for a private estate in Northern Haven.

He joined the KG to make a difference and protect Haven, instead he was so good at his job that someone bought his services from the Baron.

Now he's stuck guarding rich assholes from starving citizens.

Cobank joined the KG willingly, eagerly even, as a teen. He was technically underage, 14, but lied about it to get admitted.

He was trained by his mother to use a rifle, so he had amazing marks as a sniper, quickly climbing the ranks.

He worked under Erol for a short time, then as a guard for the Council, then as one of Praxis' own guard.

Key Takeaways: Global demand for U.S. soybeans has decreased due to a strong dollar, economic slowdowns, and trade policy uncertainty. Early season export sales of U.S. soybeans are at historically low levels as the 2024/25 marketing year begins. Despite a slow start, potential factors could boost U.S. soybean exports later in the marketing year. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)…

Key Takeaways: U.S. consumers are paying 20% more for ground coffee compared to April 2023. Imported coffee prices have risen by 65% since January 2021. Production issues in key coffee-growing regions are driving up costs. Increased home coffee preparation may boost demand for retail flavorings. Global coffee consumption continues to rise, particularly in Asia. Rising Costs for U.S. Coffee…

Key Takeaways Over 8 million U.S. dairy animals genotyped since 2008, significantly impacting milk production and quality. Notable increases in milk production and butterfat despite only a 1% increase in herd size since 2008. CoBank’s report highlights the significant role of genomics in dairy sustainability. Genomic science enables producers to make informed breeding decisions, boosting…

SMECO, CoBank Donate to Local Organizations

Three organizations recently received donations from the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative and CoBank.

A $6,000 contribution from CoBank made it possible for SMECO to donate to local groups that it has supported. LifeStyles of Maryland, which is active in Charles County, received $2,500. Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons in Calvert County received $2,500, and Southern Maryland Community…

SMECO Awards CoBank Funds to Local Groups

One of Greenwell Foundation’s Head Start students introduces his grandmother to Summer, a four-legged friend, at the Head Start Family Event. The foundation recently received a donation from SMECO and CoBank. Organizations receive $4,500

A contribution from CoBank has allowed the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative to award funds to local organizations that SMECO has supported.

Patuxent…

Christmas in April Gets Boost From SMECO

SMECO’s community and public affairs director Natalie Cotton, left, presents a $1,500 contribution to Darene Kleinsorgen, executive director of Christmas in April St. Mary’s County. The matching contributions were also given to Christmas in April organizations in Calvert and Charles counties. The funds were given on behalf of CoBank. Christmas in April organizations in Calvert, Charles, and St.…

U.S. growers can’t keep up with consumer demand for organic and non-GMO grains

A growing number of consumers are looking for healthier choices, particularly when it comes to grains. According to a new report from CoBank, a $120 billion cooperative bank that provides loans, leases, export financing and other financial services to agribusinesses and rural power, water and communications providers in all 50 states increased consumer demand for organic and non-GMO foods. This…