Small amounts of ergot have been reported in the Northern Tier Counties of North Dakota. WinField United agronomist Jason Hanson says heavier hot spots span from Carrington, New Rockford and Maddock to Jamestown and Bismarck. If farmers find ergot in…

Based out of Lakota, North Dakota, Huso Crop Consulting owner Mark Huso says spring wheat yield and protein reports vary, depending on rainfall and variety. The 2018 wheat crop average-to-above average for the region. “Certainly varietal differences showed up this…

Two possible cases of Palmer amaranth are being investigated in North Dakota. A sample submitted to the University of Illinois plant clinic has positively identified it as Palmer amaranth. State officials have now ordered extensive DNA analysis to confirm that…

The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is warning farmers about the possibility of individuals impersonating state employees. Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring says the Department has fielded calls from concerned farmers about individuals acting in an official capacity, taking photos and…

The Dry Bean Scene airs every Friday at 12:35 p.m. Hot and dry conditions in the Northern Plains are pushing the 2018 dry edible bean crop closer to harvest. With a lack of precipitation in the northeast corner of North Dakota,…

In a meeting with his cabinet on Thursday, President Donald Trump cited the trade dispute between the U.S. and China and its impact on agriculture. Trump also referred to the farm economy. “Despite everything, they (farmers) are starting to really…

Waters of the United States is back in effect in Minnesota and 25 other states. A federal judge in South Carolina has issued an injunction on a recent EPA decision that delayed implementation of the controversial WOTUS rule. Environmental groups…

Here’s the latest update from the Minnesota Farmers Union. President Gary Wertish says MFU is updating a building at the Minnesota State Fair.

Here’s the latest from the North Dakota Farmers Markets and Growers Association. Based at Adrian, North Dakota, Kristi Wirrenga of County Line Meats is selling lamb at the farmers market for the first time.

Hear more about the Emerge publication delivery update in this week’s Corn Comments, an update from the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council.

In this week’s Minnesota Corn Growers Association Corn Matters, Public Policy Director Amanda Bilek says there are deadlines approaching that corn growers should be aware of.

Hear from the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association in the Minnesota Beef Update. Minnesota Beef Council’s Royalee Rhoads tells listeners about Steakfest, which was recently held in St. Paul.

Here’s the latest Canola Minute from the Northern Canola Growers Association. This week, NCGA Associate Director Sheri Coleman talks about the Flavor, Quality and American Menus event in Napa Valley, California.

Small amounts of ergot have been reported in the Northern Tier Counties of North Dakota. WinField United agronomist Jason Hanson says heavier hot spots span from Carrington, New Rockford and Maddock to Jamestown and Bismarck. If farmers find ergot in…

The Minnesota Chapter of Realtors Land Institute is meeting Wednesday and Thursday in New Ulm. Terri Jensen of National Land Realty is one of the organizers of the event and says farmland values are holding firm. “There seems to be…

At Thursday’s cabinet meeting, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said trade negotiations with Mexico are underway and there’s hope for a breakthrough within a matter of days. Trump held firm, saying any trade deal has to be fair. “If you…

The U.S. and China are scheduled to hold lower-level talks in late August about the trade dispute. This is the first time the two countries have met to talk in months. In the meantime, both countries have placed large tariffs…

It’s getting close to time to deliver a crop to the elevator. Some North Dakota farmers are anxious about demand for their crop. North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne joined a group of North Dakota farmers in a meeting…

American Soybean Growers Association director and Kulm, North Dakota farmer Josh Gackle says there’s a difference in opinion on trade in the state. “Of course there is some pressure on the price, because the (USDA) report that came out is expecting…

The U.S. Department of Labor reports agriculture export prices fell 5.3 percent in July. The decline is the largest drop in ag exports since 2011. A 14.1 percent drop in soybean prices was the primary contributor to the decrease in…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says they will buy $50 million worth of fluid milk for distribution at food assistance programs across the country. The agency used Section 32 funds for this purchase. This is a separate action from USDA’s…

Here’s the latest update from the Minnesota Farmers Union. President Gary Wertish says MFU is updating a building at the Minnesota State Fair.

The North American Manure Expo took place August 15 and 16 in Brookings, South Dakota. Mary Berg, livestock environmental management specialist at NDSU’s Carrington Research Extension Center, says the expo was a great learning opportunity for producers and industry professionals.…

The American Coalition for Ethanol elected two new board members. They are Pam Miller of Siouxland Ethanol and Bill Dartt of Cardinal Ethanol. Six individuals were re-elected; Ron Alverson of Dakota Ethanol, John Christianson of Christianson PLLP, Kenton Johnson of…

Deb DeLuca is the new executive director for the Duluth Seaway Port Authority. DeLuca has been the Port Authority’s government and environmental affairs director since 2014.

Becky Bachman is the new trade show coordinator for World Dairy Expo. Most recently, Bachman has been the event marketing manager for Sonic Foundry. Previously, Bachman was with Fabick Cat.

The EPA has given its approval for Syngenta’s Vibrance Trio seed treatment. The premix of three fungicide active ingredients is recommended for soybean growers with early-season concerns about strong stands and disease protection.

Reuters reports two seed dealers, Beck’s Hybrids and Stine Seed, are pushing U.S. environmental regulators to limit spraying of dicamba to the spring season, before crops are planted. This would prevent farmers from using the herbicide on dicamba-resistant soybeans. The…

Hear more about the Emerge publication delivery update in this week’s Corn Comments, an update from the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council.

Here’s the latest Canola Minute from the Northern Canola Growers Association. This week, NCGA Associate Director Sheri Coleman talks about the Flavor, Quality and American Menus event in Napa Valley, California.

Small amounts of ergot have been reported in the Northern Tier Counties of North Dakota. WinField United agronomist Jason Hanson says heavier hot spots span from Carrington, New Rockford and Maddock to Jamestown and Bismarck. If farmers find ergot in…

Based out of Lakota, North Dakota, Huso Crop Consulting owner Mark Huso says spring wheat yield and protein reports vary, depending on rainfall and variety. The 2018 wheat crop average-to-above average for the region. “Certainly varietal differences showed up this…

Based out of Colby, Kansas, JKD Harvesting owner Jim Deibert says spring wheat yields near Bison, South Dakota ranged from 40-to-50 bushels per acre. “However, there has been good protein all summer long. I’m afraid that will be tough on…

Two possible cases of Palmer amaranth are being investigated in North Dakota. A sample submitted to the University of Illinois plant clinic has positively identified it as Palmer amaranth. State officials have now ordered extensive DNA analysis to confirm that…

The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is warning farmers about the possibility of individuals impersonating state employees. Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring says the Department has fielded calls from concerned farmers about individuals acting in an official capacity, taking photos and…

Here’s the latest from the North Dakota Farmers Markets and Growers Association. Based at Adrian, North Dakota, Kristi Wirrenga of County Line Meats is selling lamb at the farmers market for the first time.

Hear from the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association in the Minnesota Beef Update. Minnesota Beef Council’s Royalee Rhoads tells listeners about Steakfest, which was recently held in St. Paul.

The North American Manure Expo took place August 15 and 16 in Brookings, South Dakota. Mary Berg, livestock environmental management specialist at NDSU’s Carrington Research Extension Center, says the expo was a great learning opportunity for producers and industry professionals.…

What can be done to ease current trade tensions? North Dakota Stockmen’s Association President Warren Zenker is encouraging the current Administration to seek a solution to trade talks. “A lot of times, I don’t think people understand the financial burden…

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows abnormally to moderately dry conditions in portions of north-central North Dakota, central South Dakota and northwest Minnesota. Due to dry conditions, Badger, Minnesota farmer Shayne Isane says hay cutting has come to a halt.…

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows dry conditions across the Northern Plains. The driest areas of North Dakota include parts of Ward, McHenry and Pierce Counties at D2 or severe drought. Other parts of the state, excluding the southeast and…

Farmers are still talking about the recent USDA crop report with the government forecasting corn yields of more than 178 bushels per acre. Channel Seed grain marketing consultant Matthew Bennett says that record number is credible. “I know guys don’t…

In this week’s Minnesota Corn Growers Association Corn Matters, Public Policy Director Amanda Bilek says there are deadlines approaching that corn growers should be aware of.

At Thursday’s cabinet meeting, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said trade negotiations with Mexico are underway and there’s hope for a breakthrough within a matter of days. Trump held firm, saying any trade deal has to be fair. “If you…

AgriGrowth Executive Director Perry Aasness says St. Paul doesn’t have all of the answers and it is important to gain perspective from all corners of the state. At the Fargo meeting, the farm economy was top-of-mind. “Some of the things…

Waters of the United States is back in effect in Minnesota and 25 other states. A federal judge in South Carolina has issued an injunction on a recent EPA decision that delayed implementation of the controversial WOTUS rule. Environmental groups…

What can be done to ease current trade tensions? North Dakota Stockmen’s Association President Warren Zenker is encouraging the current Administration to seek a solution to trade talks. “A lot of times, I don’t think people understand the financial burden…

Acting Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler met with agriculturalists in Iowa on Tuesday to discuss ethanol. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley attended the meeting and tells reporters Wheeler answered questions. “There’s only one thing you can say for certain, the idea…

American Soybean Growers Association director and Kulm, North Dakota farmer Josh Gackle says there’s a difference in opinion on trade in the state. “Of course there is some pressure on the price, because the (USDA) report that came out is expecting…