- More Antitrust Investigations on the Horizon
- The Certainty of a 5-Year Farm Bill Needed
- Vaden: Beijing Expected to Honor the Deal
- Cook Trades Yellow and Green for Cardinal and Gold
- Klobuchar Wraps 87-County Minnesota Tour
- Senate’s Stopgap Plan Frustrates Ag Leader
- Fall Calf Run in Full Swing
- All Top Stories
More Antitrust Investigations on the Horizon
President Trump’s antitrust investigation into the beef packing business may be just the beginning. USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden told the Red River Farm Network a series of announcements will be coming from the Administration soon. Vaden is anxious to take…
The Certainty of a 5-Year Farm Bill Needed
American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Scott VanderWal, who is also president of the South Dakota Farm Bureau, said farmers need the certainty of a five-year farm bill. “We already know that fertilizer prices are going to be quite a bit…
Vaden: Beijing Expected to Honor the Deal
The clock is ticking for China to purchase 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans before the end of the year. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden told the Red River Farm Network he expects Beijing to honor the deal. “I’m…
Cook Trades Yellow and Green for Cardinal and Gold
North Dakota State University President David Cook has been named as the next president of Iowa State University. Cook, who has been NDSU’s president since 2022, is an Ames, Iowa native and ISU graduate. He will begin his leadership at…
Klobuchar Wraps 87-County Minnesota Tour
Senator Amy Klobuchar concluded her annual 87-county tour of Minnesota with a visit to the Olson farm near Thief River Falls, where healthcare costs were part of the conversation. “When I hear these stories in rural Minnesota, they’re just gut-wrenching…
Senate’s Stopgap Plan Frustrates Ag Leader
Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish describes the one-year extension of the current farm bill as a continued lack of leadership in Washington. “We keep kicking that can down the road, oh gosh, since 2018. It seems like we don’t…
Fall Calf Run in Full Swing
Napoleon Livestock co-owner Jim Bitz says feeder cattle numbers remain steady. “The calf market’s good, though it did take a little dip from where we hit our all-time record high maybe a month or so ago, anywhere from $250 to…
- More Antitrust Investigations on the Horizon
- Robust Red Meat Demand Despite Current Trade Environment
- ARC-CO Payment Update
- NDFU Makes Major Donation to Great Plains Food Bank
- Noll Family Earns National Dairy Excellence Award
- An Era Comes to an End
- The Certainty of a 5-Year Farm Bill Needed
- All Latest News
More Antitrust Investigations on the Horizon
President Trump’s antitrust investigation into the beef packing business may be just the beginning. USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden told the Red River Farm Network a series of announcements will be coming from the Administration soon. Vaden is anxious to take…
Robust Red Meat Demand Despite Current Trade Environment
Despite a chaotic trade environment, demand remains healthy for U.S. pork, beef and lamb. During the U.S. Meat Export Federation Strategic Planning Conference in Indianapolis, USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom said ongoing negotiations may lead to new opportunities for…
ARC-CO Payment Update
The Farm Service Agency is processing and distributing PLC and ARC-County payments. Peanuts and cotton were the only two covered commodities to trigger PLC payments. ARC-County payments for corn in Minnesota total more than $373 million, with payments averaging nearly…
NDFU Makes Major Donation to Great Plains Food Bank
The North Dakota Farmers Union has donated $500,000 to the Great Plains Food Bank. The money is targeted for the agency’s Harvesting Hope Campaign, which is focused on building a new statewide distribution center to expand food access across North…
Noll Family Earns National Dairy Excellence Award
The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program’s Excellence Awards were presented at this past week’s joint annual meeting of the National Milk Producers Federation, United Dairy Industry Association and National Dairy Board. One of the four award winners…
An Era Comes to an End
The Farmer’s Almanac has released its final publication. Famous for its weather predictions and home remedies, the Farmer’s Almanac has been published annually since 1818. By the way, the Farmer’s Almanac 2025-2026 forecast calls for ‘a season of dramatic swings…
The Certainty of a 5-Year Farm Bill Needed
American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Scott VanderWal, who is also president of the South Dakota Farm Bureau, said farmers need the certainty of a five-year farm bill. “We already know that fertilizer prices are going to be quite a bit…
- Robust Red Meat Demand Despite Current Trade Environment
- Vaden: Beijing Expected to Honor the Deal
- Wild Price Swings Challenge Cattle Producers
- Farmers Brace for Higher Costs
- September Milk Production Report Released
- Optimism for a Thaw in Canada-China Relations
- Trump Tariff Payments Proposed
- All Markets
Robust Red Meat Demand Despite Current Trade Environment
Despite a chaotic trade environment, demand remains healthy for U.S. pork, beef and lamb. During the U.S. Meat Export Federation Strategic Planning Conference in Indianapolis, USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom said ongoing negotiations may lead to new opportunities for…
Vaden: Beijing Expected to Honor the Deal
The clock is ticking for China to purchase 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans before the end of the year. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden told the Red River Farm Network he expects Beijing to honor the deal. “I’m…
Wild Price Swings Challenge Cattle Producers
Ranchers across North Dakota are watching the cattle market swing wildly as prices react to political and trade uncertainty. Independent Beef Association of North Dakota Vice President August Heupel says market movement has been unpredictable in recent weeks. “It’s been…
Farmers Brace for Higher Costs
Production costs are climbing again as farmers prepare for the 2026 crop year. North Dakota State University Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryon Parman says fertilizer, seed, and chemical prices are all trending higher, tightening margins for growers. “Some of it’s…
September Milk Production Report Released
In September, milk production in the 24 major dairy states totaled 18.3 billion pounds. That’s up 4.2 percent from September 2024. In Minnesota, milk output is up 4.5 percent from a year ago. That’s with an increase of 14,000 cows…
Optimism for a Thaw in Canada-China Relations
After a week in China, Canadian Agriculture Minister Heath McDonald is optimistic that trade relations between the two countries are improving. Canada has been effectively locked out of the Chinese canola market since 2018. McDonald said China has not made…
Trump Tariff Payments Proposed
President Trump says tariff revenue could be used to fund payments of at least $2,000 for most Americans. In a post on Truth Social, Trump called opponents of tariffs “fools” and said the U.S. is “the richest, most respected country…
ARC-CO Payment Update
The Farm Service Agency is processing and distributing PLC and ARC-County payments. Peanuts and cotton were the only two covered commodities to trigger PLC payments. ARC-County payments for corn in Minnesota total more than $373 million, with payments averaging nearly…
NDFU Makes Major Donation to Great Plains Food Bank
The North Dakota Farmers Union has donated $500,000 to the Great Plains Food Bank. The money is targeted for the agency’s Harvesting Hope Campaign, which is focused on building a new statewide distribution center to expand food access across North…
Noll Family Earns National Dairy Excellence Award
The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program’s Excellence Awards were presented at this past week’s joint annual meeting of the National Milk Producers Federation, United Dairy Industry Association and National Dairy Board. One of the four award winners…
An Era Comes to an End
The Farmer’s Almanac has released its final publication. Famous for its weather predictions and home remedies, the Farmer’s Almanac has been published annually since 1818. By the way, the Farmer’s Almanac 2025-2026 forecast calls for ‘a season of dramatic swings…
Farm Debt to Increase in ’26
Ag lenders expect farmers to be profitable this year, but less than half are projected to stay in the black in 2026. According to the annual survey conducted by the American Bankers Association and Farmer Mac, nearly 70 percent of…
New AI Tool Coming to Agriculture
Land O’Lakes and Microsoft are partnering to fast-track AI innovation in agriculture. With the alliance, they will work together to develop artificial intelligence tools, including a digital assistant called ‘Oz.’ This digital tool will help farmers make informed decisions. ‘Oz’…
Vaden: Beijing Expected to Honor the Deal
The clock is ticking for China to purchase 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans before the end of the year. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden told the Red River Farm Network he expects Beijing to honor the deal. “I’m…
Cold Weather Firms Ground, Aids Harvest
Proseed District Sales Manager Dave Gehrtz says the cold weather is helping growers finish the harvest. “We needed cooler temperatures to firm the ground up a little bit. There’s water standing out in the fields when you get into it,…
Highly Variable Yields Across SD
South Dakota’s corn harvest is approaching the finish line. “Quite a few of our corn farmers are finished up with harvest,” says South Dakota Corn Growers Association Executive Director DaNita Murray. “But the work continues. It doesn’t just end when…
White Mold, Blight Impact Dry Bean Crop
After a long, weather-delayed finish, the 2025 dry bean harvest is wrapping up across North Dakota and Minnesota. Johnstown Bean Company General Manager Dylan Karley says most of the crop is finally in the bin despite challenging harvest conditions. “Some…
Snow, Rain Slow Final Harvest Push
Harvest is nearing the finish line in southwest North Dakota, where Elgin area farmer Harlan Klein says just a few fields remain after weather slowed progress late last week. “We’re about half an hour from done with sunflowers when we…
Disease and Rain Tested Sugarbeet Growers
The Red River Valley sugarbeet harvest is officially complete after a long and challenging season. Harrison Weber, executive director, Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers, says wet weather made it difficult for many growers to finish, particularly in the northern part…
A Successful Beet Crop
The sugarbeet harvest wrapped up on a strong note for Ada, Minnesota farmer John Brainard. This year’s campaign brought above-average yields despite a few late-season challenges. “We had a couple of nights at the harvest that were a little sticky,…
New Seed Treatment Available for Cereal Grains
Syngenta has released a new fungicide and insecticide seed treatment for cereal grains called CruiserMaxx Vibrance Elite. This new product includes two modes of action and will be available for the 2026 growing season.
- Robust Red Meat Demand Despite Current Trade Environment
- Noll Family Earns National Dairy Excellence Award
- Plant-Based Protein Push at COP30
- Fall Calf Run in Full Swing
- Wild Price Swings Challenge Cattle Producers
- September Milk Production Report Released
- Profits Plummet at Tyson Foods
- All Livestock
Robust Red Meat Demand Despite Current Trade Environment
Despite a chaotic trade environment, demand remains healthy for U.S. pork, beef and lamb. During the U.S. Meat Export Federation Strategic Planning Conference in Indianapolis, USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom said ongoing negotiations may lead to new opportunities for…
Noll Family Earns National Dairy Excellence Award
The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program’s Excellence Awards were presented at this past week’s joint annual meeting of the National Milk Producers Federation, United Dairy Industry Association and National Dairy Board. One of the four award winners…
Plant-Based Protein Push at COP30
A coalition of animal rights groups has introduced a proposal at the UN Climate Change Conference in Brazil to establish what it calls Responsible Minimum Standards. The plan would encourage financial institutions to shift away from animal agriculture and toward…
Fall Calf Run in Full Swing
Napoleon Livestock co-owner Jim Bitz says feeder cattle numbers remain steady. “The calf market’s good, though it did take a little dip from where we hit our all-time record high maybe a month or so ago, anywhere from $250 to…
Wild Price Swings Challenge Cattle Producers
Ranchers across North Dakota are watching the cattle market swing wildly as prices react to political and trade uncertainty. Independent Beef Association of North Dakota Vice President August Heupel says market movement has been unpredictable in recent weeks. “It’s been…
September Milk Production Report Released
In September, milk production in the 24 major dairy states totaled 18.3 billion pounds. That’s up 4.2 percent from September 2024. In Minnesota, milk output is up 4.5 percent from a year ago. That’s with an increase of 14,000 cows…
Profits Plummet at Tyson Foods
In the latest quarter, profits dropped 87 percent for Tyson Foods, with income totaling $47 million. The meatpacker said its cattle costs rose by $2 billion in the 2025 fiscal year. The Arkansas-based company is also involved in the pork…
More Antitrust Investigations on the Horizon
President Trump’s antitrust investigation into the beef packing business may be just the beginning. USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden told the Red River Farm Network a series of announcements will be coming from the Administration soon. Vaden is anxious to take…
ARC-CO Payment Update
The Farm Service Agency is processing and distributing PLC and ARC-County payments. Peanuts and cotton were the only two covered commodities to trigger PLC payments. ARC-County payments for corn in Minnesota total more than $373 million, with payments averaging nearly…
Vaden: Beijing Expected to Honor the Deal
The clock is ticking for China to purchase 12 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans before the end of the year. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden told the Red River Farm Network he expects Beijing to honor the deal. “I’m…
Rollins Outlines Dairy Policy Agenda
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins outlined USDA’s priorities for the dairy industry at the joint meeting of the National Milk Producers Federation, National Dairy Board and United Dairy Industry Association. Rollins focused on four main points; incentivizing dairy consumption with changes…
Plant-Based Protein Push at COP30
A coalition of animal rights groups has introduced a proposal at the UN Climate Change Conference in Brazil to establish what it calls Responsible Minimum Standards. The plan would encourage financial institutions to shift away from animal agriculture and toward…
Klobuchar Wraps 87-County Minnesota Tour
Senator Amy Klobuchar concluded her annual 87-county tour of Minnesota with a visit to the Olson farm near Thief River Falls, where healthcare costs were part of the conversation. “When I hear these stories in rural Minnesota, they’re just gut-wrenching…
Senate’s Stopgap Plan Frustrates Ag Leader
Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish describes the one-year extension of the current farm bill as a continued lack of leadership in Washington. “We keep kicking that can down the road, oh gosh, since 2018. It seems like we don’t…
