Farm Bill Provisions Outlined
Many typical farm bill provisions were included in last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill, including an increase in reference prices, additional base acres and enhancements to crop insurance. Language in the Senate farm bill includes increased limits for direct and…
Trump Calls Canada-EU Discussion ‘Laughable’
The head of the European Commission promises to work to make Canada the trading bloc’s first associate member. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is seeking this status to offset the current chaotic trading relationship with the United States. President Trump…
Used Farm Equipment Hold Thier Value
Used farm equipment values are holding up despite uncertainty in the farm economy. “As far as equipment machinery goes, used values are kind of trending upward or holding a level,” reports Tate Moser of AgDirect. “A lot of the dealerships,…
A Busy Fall Anticipated for Crop Insurance Claims
Drought conditions across the region could mean more crop insurance claims once harvest is complete. Bethany Rentz says conditions changed quickly after what appeared to be a decent start to the growing season. “We started out the spring with what…
Advocating for MCOOL
Country-of-origin labeling is a priority for North Dakota Farmers Union members who took part in the National Farmers Union Fly-in in Washington. North Dakota Farmers Union Director Shelly Ziesch said consumers need to know where their beef comes from, especially…
FAPRI Farm Income Forecast Updated
The latest farm income outlook from the University of Missouri Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute calls for another downturn. FAPRI’s projected net farm income for the year is $155 billion, down $8 billion from last year. The drop in…
Trump Urges Zelensky to Stop Strikes on Russian Refineries
While in Ireland over the weekend, President Donald Trump said he asked Ukrainian President Zelensky to stop targeting Russian oil refineries. “Let him go after targets, but not diesel fuel, because he’s causing a shortage of diesel fuel,” said Trump.…
From USDA to HHS
Jacqueline Thomas is the new deputy assistant secretary for strategic communications in the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Health and Human Services Department. Thomas previously served as a press secretary at USDA.
Noe to Succeed Bode at CRA
Paul Noe has been selected as the next president and CEO of the Corn Refiners Association. He succeeds John Bode, who led the organization for the past 13 years. Noe has been vice president of public policy for the American…
Holding EPA’s Feet to the Fire
The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association is keeping pressure on the EPA over small refinery exemptions and renewable fuel requirements. A Minnesota Soybean representative says the EPA approved exemptions for several small refineries, but also committed to moving the waived Renewable…
Farm Bill Provisions Outlined
Many typical farm bill provisions were included in last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill, including an increase in reference prices, additional base acres and enhancements to crop insurance. Language in the Senate farm bill includes increased limits for direct and…
Trump Calls Canada-EU Discussion ‘Laughable’
The head of the European Commission promises to work to make Canada the trading bloc’s first associate member. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is seeking this status to offset the current chaotic trading relationship with the United States. President Trump…
Black Sea Wheat Exports Plunge
SovEcon is reporting the combined Russian and Ukrainian wheat exports for the July-September time period will be at levels not seen since the 2010-2011 season The export total is estimated at eight million metric tons. That’s down from 16 million…
Indoor Farm Coming to Mankato
A $13.6 million indoor farm is being planned for the Mankato, Minnesota area. Verdant AgriTech is building the facility to grow organic microgreens and blue oyster mushrooms. The site will be larger than a football field and provide year-round products…
Trump Calls Canada-EU Discussion ‘Laughable’
The head of the European Commission promises to work to make Canada the trading bloc’s first associate member. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is seeking this status to offset the current chaotic trading relationship with the United States. President Trump…
Black Sea Wheat Exports Plunge
SovEcon is reporting the combined Russian and Ukrainian wheat exports for the July-September time period will be at levels not seen since the 2010-2011 season The export total is estimated at eight million metric tons. That’s down from 16 million…
Younger Farmers Support the Land Market
Farmland values remain resilient despite tighter margins in agriculture. Kyle Nelson with Farmers Naitonal Company believes the next generation of farmers is helping support farmland demand in parts of the region. “Some areas have a lot of what I call…
Used Farm Equipment Hold Thier Value
Used farm equipment values are holding up despite uncertainty in the farm economy. “As far as equipment machinery goes, used values are kind of trending upward or holding a level,” reports Tate Moser of AgDirect. “A lot of the dealerships,…
An Aggressive Move
On Friday, USDA cut the national average U.S. corn yield by 2.2 bushels per acre to 178.5 bushels per acre. Ag Bull Trading President Tommy Grisafi calls it an aggressive move. “The bean number on the other side, they raised…
U.S., Canada Officials Respond to Trade Skirmish
The U.S.-Canada trade dispute is putting more pressure on a relationship that supports billions of dollars in agricultural trade. Former Canadian ambassador to the United States, Kirsten Hillman, says the latest negotiations broke down because the deal offered by Washington…
What’s Hot What’s Not in the Market
Soybeans remain one of the stronger areas of the grain market despite Friday’s selloff. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says soybeans reached new contract highs before the latest USDA report. Strong demand continues to provide support. Corn has…
From USDA to HHS
Jacqueline Thomas is the new deputy assistant secretary for strategic communications in the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Health and Human Services Department. Thomas previously served as a press secretary at USDA.
Noe to Succeed Bode at CRA
Paul Noe has been selected as the next president and CEO of the Corn Refiners Association. He succeeds John Bode, who led the organization for the past 13 years. Noe has been vice president of public policy for the American…
Indoor Farm Coming to Mankato
A $13.6 million indoor farm is being planned for the Mankato, Minnesota area. Verdant AgriTech is building the facility to grow organic microgreens and blue oyster mushrooms. The site will be larger than a football field and provide year-round products…
Younger Farmers Support the Land Market
Farmland values remain resilient despite tighter margins in agriculture. Kyle Nelson with Farmers Naitonal Company believes the next generation of farmers is helping support farmland demand in parts of the region. “Some areas have a lot of what I call…
Used Farm Equipment Hold Thier Value
Used farm equipment values are holding up despite uncertainty in the farm economy. “As far as equipment machinery goes, used values are kind of trending upward or holding a level,” reports Tate Moser of AgDirect. “A lot of the dealerships,…
A Busy Fall Anticipated for Crop Insurance Claims
Drought conditions across the region could mean more crop insurance claims once harvest is complete. Bethany Rentz says conditions changed quickly after what appeared to be a decent start to the growing season. “We started out the spring with what…
Advocating for MCOOL
Country-of-origin labeling is a priority for North Dakota Farmers Union members who took part in the National Farmers Union Fly-in in Washington. North Dakota Farmers Union Director Shelly Ziesch said consumers need to know where their beef comes from, especially…
‘Better Than Anticipated’
The Bruce Freitag farm near Scranton, North Dakota, is now between harvest seasons while waiting for corn and sunflowers to mature. Despite heat and limited rainfall, Freitag said corn has handled the conditions relatively well. “The corn doesn’t look too…
Drought Cuts Into Dry Bean Crop
Mark Huso of Huso Crop Consulting, Lakota, North Dakota, is feeling encouraged about the local soybeans. “I have some soybean fields I think will be pretty fair. Edible beans are going to be certainly below average. They just didn’t handle…
Below Average
In far northwest Minnesota, Hugh Hunt believes the heat and dry conditions cut into his canola yields. “Yields were probably a little below average,” said the Hallock farmer. “It was disappointing from what we’ve had the past few years, but…
Harvest Hotline: Roseau County
In Minnesota’s Roseau County, Dawson Diesen has wrapped up his canola and wheat harvest. Soybeans are next on the list. The wheat was average. “It could have been better. It was really hot when it was filling, but we had…
Dry Bean Scene
In the Dry Bean Scene, Jason Mewes, a dry edible bean grower from Colgate, North Dakota, talks about his crop and how the harvest is looking. Listen to the Dry Bean Scene.
A Fair Pinto Bean Crop Coming Off at Cavalier
Pat Maher is harvesting his pinto beans and describes the crop as fair. “The lower spots are a little thinner, but for the most part they seem to be okay.” Maher, who farms at Cavalier, North Dakota, is trying to finish…
MN, ND, SD Estimates Released
In the state-by-state numbers, USDA dropped the average corn yield for Minnesota two bushels to 195 bushels per acre. North Dakota saw a huge dropoff, from 142 bushels per acre in August to 130 bushels per acre this month. South…
Advocating for MCOOL
Country-of-origin labeling is a priority for North Dakota Farmers Union members who took part in the National Farmers Union Fly-in in Washington. North Dakota Farmers Union Director Shelly Ziesch said consumers need to know where their beef comes from, especially…
U.S. Beef Builds Relationships in Japan
U.S. cattle producers were in Japan this past week working to strengthen demand for American beef. North Dakota rancher and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Federation Division Chair Travis Maddock was part of a U.S. Meat Export Federation trade mission. “Our…
Grassley Talks Cattle Policy in North Dakota
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley is touring North Dakota while also discussing challenges facing the cattle industry. The North Dakota Monitor reports Grassley and his wife, Barbara, toured the North Dakota Capitol Wednesday after visiting the Minnesota Capitol. Their next stop…
USDA Extends Comment Period on Beef Grade Standards
USDA is giving the cattle industry another 90 days to comment on potential changes to federal beef grade standards. The Agricultural Marketing Service extended the comment deadline to December 7.The review began at the request of the American Wagyu Association…
Mexican Border to Resume Cattle Imports
The Douglas, Arizona port of entry is scheduled to reopen to Mexican cattle Tuesday. The border originally opened August 24, but movement was shutdown last week due to some damaged equipment. That has been addressed and Mexican cattle shipments are…
SDFU Hosts Governor Candidate Debate
Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…
Gray Wolf Assessment Welcomed
President Trump was joined in the Oval Office Friday by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, ranchers, podcasters and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. Duvall said the executive orders address several issues impacting ranchers, including the regulations surrounding the gray…
Holding EPA’s Feet to the Fire
The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association is keeping pressure on the EPA over small refinery exemptions and renewable fuel requirements. A Minnesota Soybean representative says the EPA approved exemptions for several small refineries, but also committed to moving the waived Renewable…
Farm Bill Provisions Outlined
Many typical farm bill provisions were included in last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill, including an increase in reference prices, additional base acres and enhancements to crop insurance. Language in the Senate farm bill includes increased limits for direct and…
Trump Calls Canada-EU Discussion ‘Laughable’
The head of the European Commission promises to work to make Canada the trading bloc’s first associate member. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is seeking this status to offset the current chaotic trading relationship with the United States. President Trump…
Advocating for MCOOL
Country-of-origin labeling is a priority for North Dakota Farmers Union members who took part in the National Farmers Union Fly-in in Washington. North Dakota Farmers Union Director Shelly Ziesch said consumers need to know where their beef comes from, especially…
Defending Agriculture
When it comes to policy, Minnesota Corn Growers Associaiton President Wes Beck is focused on the science. “This past year, we’ve had been involved in some legal things and trying to bring forth really good science into the decision makers…
Relief Sought for High Diesel Fuel Costs
Kansas Senator Roger Marshall is urging the Trump Administration to work with Congress to secure money for temporary diesel fuel assistance. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, Marshall said farmers and ranchers need help to deal with the…
NFU Fly-In This Week
The National Farmers Union Legislative Fly-in is underway with farmers from throughout the country on Capitol Hill this week. The timing is good, with the Senate Agriculture Committee expected to mark up the farm bill this week. “Obviously, we need…
