The phase one trade agreement became effective on Friday. The Russell Group President Randy Russell says that’s been a big focus in Washington D.C. this past week. Russell says no one anticipated the coronavirus to impact China’s purchases. “There is…

If you’re working around grain bins, NDSU Extension agricultural engineer Ken Hellevang reminds farmers to work in teams. “Do not go in a grain bin by yourself. There should be two people at minimum, even if you’re poking at the…

The North Dakota Soybean Processors are still trying to bring a farmer-owned soybean crush plant to North Dakota; it just won’t be in Spiritwood. In July 2019, the Spiritwood Energy Park Association (SEPA) terminated a contract with the North Dakota…

The Northern Plains Potato Growers Association Research Reporting Conference will take place on Tuesday. NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension Agronomist Andy Robinson says research discussions will focus on the Colorado Potato Beetle, nematode management, hail effects on processing potatoes…

The Minnesota House Agriculture and Food Finance and Policy Division got an update on Minnesota’s Dairy Assistance, Investment and Relief Initiative or DAIRI program on Thursday. The DAIRI program was created in the 2019 legislative session to encourage enrollment in…

The South Dakota House passed a bill to legalize hemp on Tuesday. Now, the Senate will consider the legislation. South Dakota Farmers Union lobbyist Mitch Richter says funding remains one of the big unknowns for this hemp bill. “The governor…

Brazil’s soybean crop is getting bigger as harvest progresses. Soybean and Corn Advisor President Michael Cordonnier says the USDA numbers are on track. “Estimates have been increasing in recent weeks, because the previous dry weather in Brazil has been resolved.…

The U.S.-China phase one trade agreement was signed in mid-January. North Dakota State University Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says this past Friday was the implementation date. “There was a lot of people in the futures market that was concerned…

In the February 10 issue of FarmNetNews, RRFN incorrectly listed the date for release of Betaseed’s new Cercospora Leaf Spot tolerant hybrids. These Betaseed traits will be available in the spring of 2022.

The phase one trade agreement became effective on Friday. The Russell Group President Randy Russell says that’s been a big focus in Washington D.C. this past week. Russell says no one anticipated the coronavirus to impact China’s purchases. “There is…

If you’re working around grain bins, NDSU Extension agricultural engineer Ken Hellevang reminds farmers to work in teams. “Do not go in a grain bin by yourself. There should be two people at minimum, even if you’re poking at the…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has delivered its new report on emerging farmers to the Legislature. This category of emerging farmers includes women, veterans, people with less than ten years of experience and others. The Agriculture Department is recommending the…

The phase one trade deal between the U.S. and China is now officially in place. All eyes are on exports to China with the commitment to significantly increase their agricultural purchases from the U.S. in the next two years. Work…

The latest dry bean production, yield and acreage numbers were released in the February USDA Crop Production report. Get those numbers in the Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association.

The U.S.-China phase one trade agreement was signed in mid-January. North Dakota State University Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says this past Friday was the implementation date. “There was a lot of people in the futures market that was concerned…

The phase one trade deal between the U.S. and China is now officially in place. All eyes are on exports to China with the commitment to significantly increase their agricultural purchases from the U.S. in the next two years. Work…

The latest dry bean production, yield and acreage numbers were released in the February USDA Crop Production report. Get those numbers in the Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association.

The Canadian Parliament may not vote to ratify the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement until April. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau hoped to wrap up the trade deal this month, but the issue has been bogged down at the committee level. Trudeau’s Liberal…

Brazil’s soybean crop is getting bigger as harvest progresses. Soybean and Corn Advisor President Michael Cordonnier says the USDA numbers are on track. “Estimates have been increasing in recent weeks, because the previous dry weather in Brazil has been resolved.…

NAU Country Vice-President of Farm Services Rich Morrison says all of the agricultural commodities are waiting for some type of trade news. “Until China gets back in business, there’s not much else to talk about right now.” The 30 day…

Cash grain basis bids at the six regional grain elevators followed by the Red River Farm Network haven’t changed much in the past month as futures prices chop sideways. Spring wheat basis bids range from 20 to 55 cents under…

The U.S.-China phase one trade agreement was signed in mid-January. North Dakota State University Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says this past Friday was the implementation date. “There was a lot of people in the futures market that was concerned…

In the February 10 issue of FarmNetNews, RRFN incorrectly listed the date for release of Betaseed’s new Cercospora Leaf Spot tolerant hybrids. These Betaseed traits will be available in the spring of 2022.

If you’re working around grain bins, NDSU Extension agricultural engineer Ken Hellevang reminds farmers to work in teams. “Do not go in a grain bin by yourself. There should be two people at minimum, even if you’re poking at the…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has delivered its new report on emerging farmers to the Legislature. This category of emerging farmers includes women, veterans, people with less than ten years of experience and others. The Agriculture Department is recommending the…

The phase one trade deal between the U.S. and China is now officially in place. All eyes are on exports to China with the commitment to significantly increase their agricultural purchases from the U.S. in the next two years. Work…

UPL has added to North American marketing managers to its team. Tom Mudd is the new U.S. row crop marketing manager for corn and soybean herbicides. Before joining UPL, Mudd was with WinField United. Thacher DeStefano is the new marketing…

Brian Johnson, who farms at Frankfort, has been elected to the South Dakota Soil Health Coalition board of directors. The SDSHC is also adding Dave Ollila to its staff. Ollila is retiring from his role as the South Dakota State…

The latest dry bean production, yield and acreage numbers were released in the February USDA Crop Production report. Get those numbers in the Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association.

The North Dakota Soybean Processors are still trying to bring a farmer-owned soybean crush plant to North Dakota; it just won’t be in Spiritwood. In July 2019, the Spiritwood Energy Park Association (SEPA) terminated a contract with the North Dakota…

The Northern Plains Potato Growers Association Research Reporting Conference will take place on Tuesday. NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension Agronomist Andy Robinson says research discussions will focus on the Colorado Potato Beetle, nematode management, hail effects on processing potatoes…

The Minnesota House Agriculture, Food Finance and Policy Division also learned more about hemp production in Thursday’s hearing. “We are trying to work on a state plan we can submit hopefully before the end of this fall and get it…

Bayer has announced the first new post-emergence mode of action for broad acre weed control in 30 years. This new herbicide molecule is still in the early development phase with efforts also underway to develop a corresponding biotechnology trait for…

Brazil’s soybean crop is getting bigger as harvest progresses. Soybean and Corn Advisor President Michael Cordonnier says the USDA numbers are on track. “Estimates have been increasing in recent weeks, because the previous dry weather in Brazil has been resolved.…

The Army Corps of Engineers and Congress approved deepening the shipping channel on the lower Mississippi River from Baton Rouge to the Gulf from 45 feet to a new depth of 50 feet. Soy Transportation Coalition President and CEO Mike…

Land O’Lakes has new packaging for its butter that features its farmer members. The phrase ‘Farmer Owned” will be above the brand on the front of the packaging. Products, like stick butter, will also include photos of Land O’Lakes farmers…

U.S. beef exports are expected to grow substantially over the next five years. North Dakota Beef Commission director and Hensler, North Dakota rancher Clark Price says there is potential for export growth to China. “As we all know, China has…

For those in the cattle business, 2020 is shaping up to be a better year for those in the cattle business. That’s according to National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO Colin Woodall. “The market recovery isn’t everything we want, but it…

The use of technology has made vast changes in the way farms do business. Stearns Dairy Herd Improvement Association customer service representative Christa Schlosser says technology is also changing how dairy herds are managed. “I grew up on a 40…

Those gathered at this year’s Cattle Industry Convention got a glimpse at the 2020 cattle market. “Cattle producers have done a tremendous job of producing more with less,” said CattleFax Vice President of Industry Relations Kevin Good. “We’re optimistic that…

Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association President Mike Landuyt says cattle producers are gaining ground with the multiple trade wins. “Some of the regulations aren’t even necessary loosened up, we can just better navigate them now.” Landuyt adds another high point for…

Florida rancher Marty Smith was elected president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association at the annual Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio. Also stepping into leadership roles are Jerry Bohn of Kansas as president-elect, Don Schiefelbein of Minnesota as vice…

The phase one trade agreement became effective on Friday. The Russell Group President Randy Russell says that’s been a big focus in Washington D.C. this past week. Russell says no one anticipated the coronavirus to impact China’s purchases. “There is…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has delivered its new report on emerging farmers to the Legislature. This category of emerging farmers includes women, veterans, people with less than ten years of experience and others. The Agriculture Department is recommending the…

The phase one trade deal between the U.S. and China is now officially in place. All eyes are on exports to China with the commitment to significantly increase their agricultural purchases from the U.S. in the next two years. Work…

The Canadian Parliament may not vote to ratify the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement until April. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau hoped to wrap up the trade deal this month, but the issue has been bogged down at the committee level. Trudeau’s Liberal…

The Minnesota House Agriculture and Food Finance and Policy Division got an update on Minnesota’s Dairy Assistance, Investment and Relief Initiative or DAIRI program on Thursday. The DAIRI program was created in the 2019 legislative session to encourage enrollment in…

Sustainability is a buzzword today, but it can be difficult coming to terms with what that means. Bruce Knight, who leads Strategic Conservation Solutions, believes sustainability must evolve as relationship between food companies and farmers, rather than from policy and…

The South Dakota House passed a bill to legalize hemp on Tuesday. Now, the Senate will consider the legislation. South Dakota Farmers Union lobbyist Mitch Richter says funding remains one of the big unknowns for this hemp bill. “The governor…