Minnesota Governor-elect Tim Walz has organized an advisory board to assist with the transition. Agriculture is represented in this group of 30 advisors by former Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Harold Wolle of St. James and Eric Sannerud of Mighty…

Negotiations need to be wrapped up Monday or Tuesday if the farm bill is going to pass before the end of the year.  House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Collin Peterson made that point Saturday during stops at the Minnesota Farm…

American Crystal Sugar Company and Big Sky Sugar Cooperative have signed a non-binding letter of intent which will result in Big Sky taking over ownership of the Sidney, Montana processing plant. Big Sky Cooperative was formed in 2017 by sugarbeet…

The soybean market turned higher Friday on the perception of better trade talks with China.

One week into the lame duck session of Congress, Combest, Sell and Associates managing partner Tom Sell says House Agriculture Committee Chairman Mike Conaway is starting to realize achieving more on work requirements in the nutrition title of the farm…

Traders are cautiously optimistic some type of trade deal with China will be worked out. Standard Grain President Joe Vaclavik says there is evidence something is expected to happen. “Since the onset of the trade war in July, Brazilian beans…

Excessive moisture is impacting harvest progress south of Brookings, South Dakota. South Dakota State University Extension State Climatologist Laura Edwards says farmers really want a hard freeze to bring out harvest equipment. It’s getting closer. “With the very cold weather…

The open enrollment period is underway for the member-owned health plan in Minnesota called 40 Square Cooperative Solutions. Executive Director Char Vrieze sees a need for this option. “If you’re in the ag industry and you don’t have health insurance…

In addition to trade policy and the farm bill, delegates at the Minnesota Farm Bureau and Minnesota Farmers Union meetings concentrated on issues like broadband, mental health and the cost of healthcare. MFU President Gary Wertish says Congress needs to…

Minnesota Governor-elect Tim Walz has organized an advisory board to assist with the transition. Agriculture is represented in this group of 30 advisors by former Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Harold Wolle of St. James and Eric Sannerud of Mighty…

During the Minnesota Farm Bureau Annual Meeting, Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson and former Minnesota Agriculture and Rural Leadership program director Mike Liepold were presented the Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award. Shawn Linder of Grand Rapids FFA was named the FFA…

According to AgWeek, the North Dakota Public Service Commission will take insolvency action against Midwest Grain Trading of Devils Lake and NoDak Grain, which is located near Rugby. The PSC is investigating complaints from over 30 farmers and elevators, alleging…

U.S. agriculture has been turned on its head by the current trade war with China. Farmers like Pat Lunemann are feeling the pain. “Just about all of our commodities have been impacted,” said Lunemann. “I raise a few soybeans and…

Minnesota Governor-elect Tim Walz will soon announce key cabinet positions. Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson has been in that role for the past eight years. If he could provide advice to his successor, Frederickson said it would be simple. “I think…

U.S. agriculture has been turned on its head by the current trade war with China. Farmers like Pat Lunemann are feeling the pain. “Just about all of our commodities have been impacted,” said Lunemann. “I raise a few soybeans and…

The soybean market turned higher Friday on the perception of better trade talks with China.

Traders are cautiously optimistic some type of trade deal with China will be worked out. Standard Grain President Joe Vaclavik says there is evidence something is expected to happen. “Since the onset of the trade war in July, Brazilian beans…

While farmers are waiting for positive news on trade, Farmer Mac Director of Economic Research Jackson Takach says some plan to hold off on marketing the crop. USDA’s Market Facilitation Program could be helpful for farmers. “The one positive thing…

United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland says the soybean checkoff continues to focus on building demand for the current large supply of soybeans. One way to build demand is exploring new markets. “India is a great example of a market…

The United States and China enjoyed a positive trade relationship in recent years. China wanted U.S. soybeans and Boeing aircraft; the U.S. bought electronics and furniture from China. Trade consultant Dan Pearson, who is a principal with Pearson International Trade…

Cash basis bids around the region is relatively unchanged for corn and soybeans. Wheat basis improved 10 to 25 cents at a few locations. At the six grain elevators the Red River Farm Network follows, wheat bids are quoted 40…

The open enrollment period is underway for the member-owned health plan in Minnesota called 40 Square Cooperative Solutions. Executive Director Char Vrieze sees a need for this option. “If you’re in the ag industry and you don’t have health insurance…

During the Minnesota Farm Bureau Annual Meeting, Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson and former Minnesota Agriculture and Rural Leadership program director Mike Liepold were presented the Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award. Shawn Linder of Grand Rapids FFA was named the FFA…

According to AgWeek, the North Dakota Public Service Commission will take insolvency action against Midwest Grain Trading of Devils Lake and NoDak Grain, which is located near Rugby. The PSC is investigating complaints from over 30 farmers and elevators, alleging…

South Dakota Farm Bureau President and American Farm Bureau Federation Vice-President Scott VanderWal says progress is being made on trade including U.S. trade agreements and farm bill discussions. “We now have an agreement with Canada and Mexico. We need to…

The CHS Foundation is providing a $1.5 million grant to support the South Dakota State University precision agriculture program and the construction of the Raven Precision Agriculture Center. SDSU is the first land-grant university to offer a bachelor’s degree and…

Consumers still have a desire to understand where their food comes from. Saffire Director of Partnerships Jodi Buresh says as farmers connect and communicate with those who don’t have an agriculture background, it’s important to start with the basics.

In this update from the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute, learn more about food innovation. Listen here.

Excessive moisture is impacting harvest progress south of Brookings, South Dakota. South Dakota State University Extension State Climatologist Laura Edwards says farmers really want a hard freeze to bring out harvest equipment. It’s getting closer. “With the very cold weather…

While farmers are waiting for positive news on trade, Farmer Mac Director of Economic Research Jackson Takach says some plan to hold off on marketing the crop. USDA’s Market Facilitation Program could be helpful for farmers. “The one positive thing…

United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland says the soybean checkoff continues to focus on building demand for the current large supply of soybeans. One way to build demand is exploring new markets. “India is a great example of a market…

Be sure to attend GrowingOn 2019. Hear more details in this week’s Corn Comments, an update from the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council.

As Minnesota farmers wrap up harvest, University of Minnesota Extension Weed Scientist Jeff Gunsolus is reflecting on noxious weeds like Palmer amaranth. He thinks it’s important to understand what the weed looks like so farmers can identify it quickly. “It’s…

North Dakota farmers would like to get the crops completely harvested before Thanksgiving and it may not happen. Fields are damp in many areas. Jamestown farmer Terry Wanzek is still harvesting corn. “We probably have one week to go,” says…

American Soybean Association President John Heisdorffer is optimistic the upcoming trade meeting between the U.S. and China ahead of the G20 summit will include positive dialogue. However, he’s seen it before where negotiations start and then, discussions pull back. “The…

Reports from China of a wild boar having African Swine Fever could have major implications for China’s hog supply. Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen says it’s devastating. “The largest percentage of hog farmers in China have smaller herds…

With a delay in harvest, some farmers and ranchers are still weaning calves. Dr. Peggy Thompson, cattle professional services veterinarian with Boehringer Ingelheim, says calf health is key. From cow/calf to feedlot producers, a sound health program can benefit all…

Review of the Gray Wolf State Management Act is on the U.S. House schedule. This action comes after 19 agriculture and sportsmen organizations sent a letter, urging House leaders to place the bill on the floor for a vote.The bill…

Hear from the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association in the Minnesota Beef Update. The Minnesota Cattlemen’s Convention will be held December 7-8 in Alexandria. Hear more from MSCA Executive Director Ashley Kohls.

The farm bill remains a top priority for the American Sheep Industry Association. With the mid-term elections in the past, Senior Policy and Information Director Chase Adams says its time get the bill done. “This is the strongest farm bill…

Over the past year, the Certified Angus Beef brand sold a record 1.2 billion pounds of product. In the 40th year of the brand, CAB Producer Communications Specialist Nicole Erceg says there was growth across all segments. “One area of…

More than 2,000 cattle producers and industry professionals attended the 135th Annual Angus Convention in Columbus, Ohio. At convention, the American Angus Association’s strategic plan was outlined. The five areas of focus include the commercial sector, genetics, research, leadership and…

In addition to trade policy and the farm bill, delegates at the Minnesota Farm Bureau and Minnesota Farmers Union meetings concentrated on issues like broadband, mental health and the cost of healthcare. MFU President Gary Wertish says Congress needs to…

Minnesota Governor-elect Tim Walz has organized an advisory board to assist with the transition. Agriculture is represented in this group of 30 advisors by former Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Harold Wolle of St. James and Eric Sannerud of Mighty…

U.S. agriculture has been turned on its head by the current trade war with China. Farmers like Pat Lunemann are feeling the pain. “Just about all of our commodities have been impacted,” said Lunemann. “I raise a few soybeans and…

Minnesota Governor-elect Tim Walz will soon announce key cabinet positions. Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson has been in that role for the past eight years. If he could provide advice to his successor, Frederickson said it would be simple. “I think…

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith is optimistic the farm bill will get done during the lame duck session. “We are out until after Thanksgiving, but there is plenty of time to get a farm bill done if there is a will…

South Dakota Farm Bureau President and American Farm Bureau Federation Vice-President Scott VanderWal says progress is being made on trade including U.S. trade agreements and farm bill discussions. “We now have an agreement with Canada and Mexico. We need to…

Farmers from throughout the state took part in the 100th Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Annual Meeting. President Kevin Paap said the farm community is being tested. “The number one thing people are talking about is the financial and mental stress…