Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has rolled out the first policy proposals under her new Make Agriculture Great Again initiative. This plan focuses on small family farms. The ten-point agenda include the use of simple, streamlined and transparent USDA tools; reliable…

A major agriculture funding bill is heading to the governor’s desk after passing the Minnesota Legislature with strong bipartisan support. The omnibus ag finance and policy bill passed the House 130-4 and the Senate 58-8, with the final agreement posted…

Tom Sell, managing partner at Combest Sell and Associates, says the House budget proposal addresses long-standing needs for the farm sector. “GT (House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn Thompson) was able to do that while also trying to make investments that…

The budget reconciliation bill moving through the House increases reference prices and farm program payment limits. It allows farmers to add base acres for ARC and PLC programs. The coverage for Dairy Margin Coverage expands and doubles the money for…

The House Budget Committee voted 17-16 to approve a comprehensive bill, including everything from tax cuts, action to protect the border and agriculture provisions. This bill was shut down Friday night when four Republicans voted against it. It was revived…

During a second quarter call with investors, John Deere Chairman/CEO John May said the company will invest $20 billion in the U.S. over the next decade. Major projects include new assembly lines for the 9RX tractor in Waterloo, Iowa, a…

Tariff exchanges between the U.S. and trade partners have made a significant mark on the commodities markets, and in some cases, agreements to negotiate have been made. But, as some NDSU economists are saying, an agreement to negotiate is not…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has rolled out the first policy proposals under her new Make Agriculture Great Again initiative. This plan focuses on small family farms. The ten-point agenda include the use of simple, streamlined and transparent USDA tools; reliable…

North Dakota State Representative Cynthia Schreiber-Beck has died. Schreiber-Beck has been in the state legislature for ten years and served on the agriculture committee. Schreiber-Beck, 70, operated Tri-State Aviation in Wahpeton and she served as the executive director of the…

West Fargo-based Titan Machinery has completed its acquisition of Farmers Implement and Irrigation with stores in Watertown and Brookings, South Dakota. Farmers Implement is a New Holland dealership. The price of this transaction was not announced.

Michael Doane is the new chief commercial officer for Regenified. a regenerative agriculture business. Most recently, Doane was the global managing director for The Nature Conservancy. Previously, Doane was the director of sustainable business solutions at Monsanto and executive director…

South Dakota farmers had 4.1 days suitable for fieldwork last week, according to USDA’s latest crop progress report. Corn planting reached 85 percent, well ahead of last year and the five-year average, with 50 percent of the crop now emerged.…

North Dakota farmers had 3.6 days suitable for fieldwork last week, according to USDA. Planting progress is well ahead of average across several crops. Corn is 69 percent planted with 25 percent emerged. Soybeans are 46 percent planted and 7…

Minnesota farmers had nearly five days suitable for fieldwork last week as warm weather and moderate rainfall helped speed up planting progress. According to USDA, corn planting reached 92 percent—more than a week ahead of average—and over half of the…

In today’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management owner Randy Martinson cites the hog market as one of the stronger aspects of the market. “The front months are trading up over $100 now.”…

In South Dakota Corn Comments, Danita Murray, executive director of South Dakota Corn, discusses a recent negotiation between India and the U.S. Murray said a promise by India to work on issues, such as the importation of biotech corn, is…

Tariff exchanges between the U.S. and trade partners have made a significant mark on the commodities markets, and in some cases, agreements to negotiate have been made. But, as some NDSU economists are saying, an agreement to negotiate is not…

Even with the 90-day de-escalation of tariffs between China and the U.S., U.S. meat exports to China have ground to a halt.  “In the case then of China, that’s our third best customer, and we now are sending them no…

As the U.S. and UK officials finalize their trade deal, England is still refusing to let American beef treated with growth promotants into its market. During a news conference in London, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said she is incredibly proud…

Days after agreeing to lower tariffs on U.S. products, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized President Trump’s trade policy, claiming that it would backfire and that there were no winners in trade wars. In a speech, Xi said bullying only leads…

Summer Mersinger is resigning from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to become CEO of the Blockchain Association, a lobbying group for the crypto industry. Mersinger filled a Republican seat at the CFTC and has been in that role since 2022.…

West Fargo-based Titan Machinery has completed its acquisition of Farmers Implement and Irrigation with stores in Watertown and Brookings, South Dakota. Farmers Implement is a New Holland dealership. The price of this transaction was not announced.

Michael Doane is the new chief commercial officer for Regenified. a regenerative agriculture business. Most recently, Doane was the global managing director for The Nature Conservancy. Previously, Doane was the director of sustainable business solutions at Monsanto and executive director…

Longtime farm broadcaster Tom Brand, who also served as the executive director of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting, is now an author. “This isn’t a memoir,” Brand explains. “It’s a memory collection, a way to share the lessons and…

Ceci Snyder has been promoted to senior director of marketing and operations with FoodChain ID. She’s been with the company for nearly five years. Snyder spent over 20 years with the National Pork Board with most of that time as…

During a second quarter call with investors, John Deere Chairman/CEO John May said the company will invest $20 billion in the U.S. over the next decade. Major projects include new assembly lines for the 9RX tractor in Waterloo, Iowa, a…

The Trump Administration has named the new Farm Service Agency state directors. Northarvest Bean Growers Association Executive Director Mitch Coulter welcomes these appointments in this week’s edition of the Dry Bean Scene. Listen.

Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman discusses proposed changes in the 45Z tax credit are positive news for the canola industry. Coleman calls it ‘a game-changer.’ Listen to the Canola Minute by clicking here. 

South Dakota farmers had 4.1 days suitable for fieldwork last week, according to USDA’s latest crop progress report. Corn planting reached 85 percent, well ahead of last year and the five-year average, with 50 percent of the crop now emerged.…

North Dakota farmers had 3.6 days suitable for fieldwork last week, according to USDA. Planting progress is well ahead of average across several crops. Corn is 69 percent planted with 25 percent emerged. Soybeans are 46 percent planted and 7…

Minnesota farmers had nearly five days suitable for fieldwork last week as warm weather and moderate rainfall helped speed up planting progress. According to USDA, corn planting reached 92 percent—more than a week ahead of average—and over half of the…

Sugarbeet seeding throughout the Red River Valley is mostly finished. NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist and Sugarbeet Specialist Eric Branch says growers should keep an eye on their sugarbeets as they emerge. “We’ve had a few days of really intense heat,…

Soil sampling is the best way to understand what is happening in the field. NDSU Extension Soil Health Specialist Naeem Kalwar said planting soybeans in unhealthy soil is never a good idea. “When we look at the economics on paper,…

Pioneer Field Agronomist Eric Lagge is featured in the latest Pioneer Agronomy Update. With a lot of emergence being seen in the region, Lagge offers insight into corn and soybean stand establishment. “After four days of extreme wind, it may…

In the latest edition of the Sugarbeet Report, Dr. Tom Peters, NDSU/UM Extension sugarbeet agronomist, discusses current crop conditions. Listen to the Sugarbeet Report by clicking here. 

Cattle markets are surging with record-high prices reported at local auction barns. Brad Thelen, owner, Long Prairie Livestock, says demand is strong across all classes, including dairy, beef, and crossbred calves. Holstein springers are topping out at $3,850, with baby…

Even with the 90-day de-escalation of tariffs between China and the U.S., U.S. meat exports to China have ground to a halt.  “In the case then of China, that’s our third best customer, and we now are sending them no…

The U.S. cattle industry is on alert as the threat of New World Screwworm re-emerges. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO Colin Woodall says the parasitic pest is likely to cross the southern border later this summer. “It’s no longer a…

As the U.S. and UK officials finalize their trade deal, England is still refusing to let American beef treated with growth promotants into its market. During a news conference in London, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said she is incredibly proud…

The cattle market remains in lofty territory. Heartland Investor Services Commodity Trading Advisor Gene Graner is cautious at these levels. “We’re probably seeing a ceiling on what the consumers are willing to pay,” said Graner. “We’re already seeing Walmart struggle…

In this week’s Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Executive Director Kaitlyn Root offers information on the summer beef tour. Click here to listen. 

Cattle prices continue to push into record territory, but Van Ahn and Company Marketing Specialist Steve Witt warns the market may be nearing a tipping point. “Labor shortages are keeping the packing plants running at limited capacity.” Witt cited recent…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has rolled out the first policy proposals under her new Make Agriculture Great Again initiative. This plan focuses on small family farms. The ten-point agenda include the use of simple, streamlined and transparent USDA tools; reliable…

North Dakota State Representative Cynthia Schreiber-Beck has died. Schreiber-Beck has been in the state legislature for ten years and served on the agriculture committee. Schreiber-Beck, 70, operated Tri-State Aviation in Wahpeton and she served as the executive director of the…

A major agriculture funding bill is heading to the governor’s desk after passing the Minnesota Legislature with strong bipartisan support. The omnibus ag finance and policy bill passed the House 130-4 and the Senate 58-8, with the final agreement posted…

Tom Sell, managing partner at Combest Sell and Associates, says the House budget proposal addresses long-standing needs for the farm sector. “GT (House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn Thompson) was able to do that while also trying to make investments that…

The budget reconciliation bill moving through the House increases reference prices and farm program payment limits. It allows farmers to add base acres for ARC and PLC programs. The coverage for Dairy Margin Coverage expands and doubles the money for…

The House Budget Committee voted 17-16 to approve a comprehensive bill, including everything from tax cuts, action to protect the border and agriculture provisions. This bill was shut down Friday night when four Republicans voted against it. It was revived…

Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman discusses proposed changes in the 45Z tax credit are positive news for the canola industry. Coleman calls it ‘a game-changer.’ Listen to the Canola Minute by clicking here.