Minnesota’s fraud scandal has made national headlines. It also has the attention of Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden. In an exclusive interview with the Red River Farm Network, Vaden said Minnesota is in a category by itself when it comes…

The Trump administration wants to sell a record $11 billion in military equipment to Taiwan. Tensions are already high between the U.S. and China over trade and tariffs. The Chinese Foreign Ministry is saying this move would violate diplomatic agreements…

Roads around the region were impacted as strong winds and snow moved through on Thursday. The North Dakota Department of Transportation closed parts of Interstate 29 for portions of the day, saying winds were strong enough to snap a gate…

Barges on the Mississippi River have faced delays this month as sub-zero temperatures and ice have slowed operations, according to the USDA’s latest Grain Transportation report. Warmer weather in recent days is expected to help melt some of the ice.…

Inflation in November eased unexpectedly, with consumer prices rising 2.7 percent from the previous year, below the 3.1 percent forecast. The report’s data gaps, caused by the government shutdown that lasted until November 12, limited price collection and forced the…

The bill would restore the 2020 rule that removed gray wolves from the Endangered Species List in the lower 48 states and block future court challenges. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and Public Lands Council praised the measure, saying it…

U.S. agricultural exports shifted notably in 2025, with diversification of export destinations playing a larger role in both the corn and soybean markets. According to Purdue University’s Center for Commercial Agriculture, the most significant change in soybean exports from 2024…

In the latest episode of Fielding Questions, produced in collaboration between AgCountry Farm Credit Services and the Red River Farm Network, we sit down with Jason Edelman, Vice President of Lending with AgCountry Farm Credit Services, to talk about the…

Minnesota’s fraud scandal has made national headlines. It also has the attention of Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden. In an exclusive interview with the Red River Farm Network, Vaden said Minnesota is in a category by itself when it comes…

After hearing from farmers and others in an online Senate hearing Thursday, State Senator Rob Kupec of Moorhead said it is obvious that farmers are hurting. The DFL’er said the Legislature is open to new ideas to support agriculture. “There’s…

Before packing up and leaving DC for the holidays, the Senate confirmed nominees for key roles at USDA and the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office. Julie Callahan now moves into the role of chief agriculture negotiator in the trade office. Callahan…

A bipartisan group of more than 100 members of Congress responded to the specialty crop provisions in the new Farmer Bridge Assistance program. The lawmakers are seeking immediate and equitable economic relief for specialty crop producers. The new farm relief…

The Trump administration wants to sell a record $11 billion in military equipment to Taiwan. Tensions are already high between the U.S. and China over trade and tariffs. The Chinese Foreign Ministry is saying this move would violate diplomatic agreements…

Hormel Foods named Jason Levine as its new chief marketing officer. Levine previously had a similar position at Mondelez International and held various leadership roles at Kraft Foods Group.

In the latest episode of Fielding Questions, produced in collaboration between AgCountry Farm Credit Services and the Red River Farm Network, we sit down with Jason Edelman, Vice President of Lending with AgCountry Farm Credit Services, to talk about the…

The Trump administration wants to sell a record $11 billion in military equipment to Taiwan. Tensions are already high between the U.S. and China over trade and tariffs. The Chinese Foreign Ministry is saying this move would violate diplomatic agreements…

Barges on the Mississippi River have faced delays this month as sub-zero temperatures and ice have slowed operations, according to the USDA’s latest Grain Transportation report. Warmer weather in recent days is expected to help melt some of the ice.…

Inflation in November eased unexpectedly, with consumer prices rising 2.7 percent from the previous year, below the 3.1 percent forecast. The report’s data gaps, caused by the government shutdown that lasted until November 12, limited price collection and forced the…

U.S. agricultural exports shifted notably in 2025, with diversification of export destinations playing a larger role in both the corn and soybean markets. According to Purdue University’s Center for Commercial Agriculture, the most significant change in soybean exports from 2024…

U.S. ethanol production surged to a new record in the week ending December 12, according to the Energy Information Administration. Average output climbed to 1.13 million barrels per day, up from 1.11 million the previous week and topping the record…

Northern cattle can handle most tough winter conditions, but NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Karl Hoppe says the up and down temperatures we’ve seen over the past week can be a problem. “When you ever have a weather event that…

In the latest episode of Fielding Questions, produced in collaboration between AgCountry Farm Credit Services and the Red River Farm Network, we sit down with Jason Edelman, Vice President of Lending with AgCountry Farm Credit Services, to talk about the…

Before packing up and leaving DC for the holidays, the Senate confirmed nominees for key roles at USDA and the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office. Julie Callahan now moves into the role of chief agriculture negotiator in the trade office. Callahan…

Hormel Foods named Jason Levine as its new chief marketing officer. Levine previously had a similar position at Mondelez International and held various leadership roles at Kraft Foods Group.

U.S. agricultural exports shifted notably in 2025, with diversification of export destinations playing a larger role in both the corn and soybean markets. According to Purdue University’s Center for Commercial Agriculture, the most significant change in soybean exports from 2024…

U.S. ethanol production surged to a new record in the week ending December 12, according to the Energy Information Administration. Average output climbed to 1.13 million barrels per day, up from 1.11 million the previous week and topping the record…

The current farm labor shortage is impacting production across America. Grow It Here, a coalition of US farmers focused on advocacy and education, hosted a webinar on the impact of the labor shortage and its effects on food prices. “When…

2025 was a good year for sunflowers, with acreage doubling across the country from 2024 levels. National Sunflower Association Executive Director John Sandbakken expects acres to increase again in ’26. “They’re looking at what’s going to be profitable for next…

Barges on the Mississippi River have faced delays this month as sub-zero temperatures and ice have slowed operations, according to the USDA’s latest Grain Transportation report. Warmer weather in recent days is expected to help melt some of the ice.…

U.S. ethanol production surged to a new record in the week ending December 12, according to the Energy Information Administration. Average output climbed to 1.13 million barrels per day, up from 1.11 million the previous week and topping the record…

The current farm labor shortage is impacting production across America. Grow It Here, a coalition of US farmers focused on advocacy and education, hosted a webinar on the impact of the labor shortage and its effects on food prices. “When…

South America’s soybean planting season is nearly complete.  Ag consultant Kory Melby says the weather has helped with planting, crop progress and even some early-season harvesting. “Brazil is basically 100 percent planted at the moment. They’ve had good rains the…

2025 was a good year for sunflowers, with acreage doubling across the country from 2024 levels. National Sunflower Association Executive Director John Sandbakken expects acres to increase again in ’26. “They’re looking at what’s going to be profitable for next…

Big Stone County Farmers Union President Peter Schwagerl told Minnesota lawmakers that ongoing federal trade uncertainty is adding financial strain to farm operations already facing tight margins. “Federal policy has emphasized the feeling of uncertainty that has been following us…

Kittson County Commissioner Theresa Gillie told Minnesota lawmakers that federal actions and rising costs are creating severe stress for farmers and rural communities. Speaking at a Senate hearing, Gillie described the ongoing struggles in the ag markets and highlighted the…

The bill would restore the 2020 rule that removed gray wolves from the Endangered Species List in the lower 48 states and block future court challenges. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and Public Lands Council praised the measure, saying it…

Northern cattle can handle most tough winter conditions, but NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Karl Hoppe says the up and down temperatures we’ve seen over the past week can be a problem. “When you ever have a weather event that…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council CEO Kelly Schmidt highlights the first public hearing regarding the proposed beef checkoff referendum. Two more virtual hearings are scheduled. This report can be found online and is sponsored by the Minnesota…

A mid-November stratospheric warming event brought widespread snow and sharply colder temperatures to Canada and the north-central and eastern United States. The event displaced the polar vortex, pushing frigid Arctic air south, though forecasters say the impact is now waning.…

USDA’s Economic Research Service reports Americans consumed more than 650 pounds of dairy per person in 2024. Butter consumption is at all-time high of 6.8 pounds per person. Yogurt consumption rose six percent to 14.5 pounds per person. Cottage cheese,…

Beginning later this month, USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will collect farm financial data as part of the final phase of the 2025 Agricultural Resource Management Survey. The survey gathers information on farm economics to help guide local and federal…

National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO Gregg Doud, says Congress passing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act is a major win for students and dairy farmers. Doud says the legislation corrects a 2012 policy that removed whole and…

Minnesota’s fraud scandal has made national headlines. It also has the attention of Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden. In an exclusive interview with the Red River Farm Network, Vaden said Minnesota is in a category by itself when it comes…

After hearing from farmers and others in an online Senate hearing Thursday, State Senator Rob Kupec of Moorhead said it is obvious that farmers are hurting. The DFL’er said the Legislature is open to new ideas to support agriculture. “There’s…

A bipartisan group of more than 100 members of Congress responded to the specialty crop provisions in the new Farmer Bridge Assistance program. The lawmakers are seeking immediate and equitable economic relief for specialty crop producers. The new farm relief…

The Trump administration wants to sell a record $11 billion in military equipment to Taiwan. Tensions are already high between the U.S. and China over trade and tariffs. The Chinese Foreign Ministry is saying this move would violate diplomatic agreements…

Inflation in November eased unexpectedly, with consumer prices rising 2.7 percent from the previous year, below the 3.1 percent forecast. The report’s data gaps, caused by the government shutdown that lasted until November 12, limited price collection and forced the…

The bill would restore the 2020 rule that removed gray wolves from the Endangered Species List in the lower 48 states and block future court challenges. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and Public Lands Council praised the measure, saying it…

U.S. agricultural exports shifted notably in 2025, with diversification of export destinations playing a larger role in both the corn and soybean markets. According to Purdue University’s Center for Commercial Agriculture, the most significant change in soybean exports from 2024…