Nitrogen fertilizer costs have increased by over $100 per ton in the two weeks since the Middle East conflict began. Supplies of other fertilizer categories are also under pressure. Comparisons have been made to the disruptions that happened in the…

Developing the next generation of farmers was a key focus at the National Farmers Union annual convention in New Orleans. Minnesota Farmers Union Vice President Anne Schwagerl says the organization is making a strategic investment in young farmers and ranchers…

Timely passage of the farm bill and year-round E15 are on the wish list for Minnesota Senator Tina Smith. E15 may need to be addressed in Ways and Means or the energy committee rather than the agriculture committee. Smith says…

Agriculture has had its share of black swan events in recent years and the war in Iran would fit in that category. Ag Retailers Association President and CEO Darren Coppock says the action in the Middle East complicates an already…

Sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers from across the country recently spent two weeks in Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers as part of the American Sugar Alliance’s annual fly-in. Farmers used the meetings to highlight the financial pressures facing the sugar industry…

This Agricult-HER interview with Lindsay Abentroth explores her role as USDA youth coordinator, her passion for agriculture, and her efforts to inspire the next generation of agriculturists through youth programs like FFA and 4-H. Discover how her background and career…

A special report from the NDSU Center for Agricultural Policy and Trade Studies tells a troubling story regarding the Strait of Hormuz shutdown and its impact on fertilizer markets. The report said that 43 percent of global urea exports, 44…

Pioneer is celebrating its 100th anniversary. RRFN is in the midst of a 100-day countdown highlighting the history of Pioneer on its Facebook and X platforms. Here’s an example from this past week.  Pioneer has always focused on higher-yielding and…

Dave Gebhardt is stepping away from his role as general manager at EarthDaily Agro at the end of the month. Gebhardt has been in the role from over seven years. His career has included positions at GEOSYS, FarmLink, WinField. GreenLeaf…

Funeral services will be held Wednesday in Grand Forks for Jesse Chalich, president and chief operating officer of Northern Plains Rail Services. Chalich, 49, began his career with Northern Plains Rail Services in 1997 as a conductor and engineer and…

The Central Plains Dairy Expo is in its milestone 25th year. The CPDE features more than 50 expert-led sessions focused on herd health, nutrition, technology, risk management and leadership. A huge dairy-specific trade show is also part of the CPDE…

Last week, there were 70 American Crystal Sugar Company shares brokered for an average price of $4,377.86 per share. Acres & Shares broker Jayson Menke said there were brokered sales at $4,375 and $4,400 per share.

According to NDSU, over 90 percent of North Dakota farmers are dealing with yield losses due to salinity. A Durbin, North Dakota, company is marketing a product called Salt B Gone to remove salt from fields. “There are thousands of acres…

In South Dakota Corn Comments, South Dakota soil health expert Jim Ristau outlines the benefits of soil health. Click here.

Last week, there were 70 American Crystal Sugar Company shares brokered for an average price of $4,377.86 per share. Acres & Shares broker Jayson Menke said there were brokered sales at $4,375 and $4,400 per share.

A bipartisan group of nearly 70 lawmakers has asked President Trump to prioritize opening the Japanese market to U.S. fresh table stock potatoes during the Japanese prime minister’s visit to the U.S. this week. With this market access, Japan would…

Nitrogen fertilizer costs have increased by over $100 per ton in the two weeks since the Middle East conflict began. Supplies of other fertilizer categories are also under pressure. Comparisons have been made to the disruptions that happened in the…

To support the movement of energy and agricultural products, the White House may waive the Jones Act for a limited time. The Jones Act requires shipments between U.S. ports be on ships that are U.S. built, U.S. flagged and U.S.…

Sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers from across the country recently spent two weeks in Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers as part of the American Sugar Alliance’s annual fly-in. Farmers used the meetings to highlight the financial pressures facing the sugar industry…

A coalition of agriculture, consumer and faith-based groups has sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer seeking mandatory country-of-origin labeling when the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement is reviewed. They claim increased transparency will result in fairer prices for cattle producers.…

A special report from the NDSU Center for Agricultural Policy and Trade Studies tells a troubling story regarding the Strait of Hormuz shutdown and its impact on fertilizer markets. The report said that 43 percent of global urea exports, 44…

Pioneer is celebrating its 100th anniversary. RRFN is in the midst of a 100-day countdown highlighting the history of Pioneer on its Facebook and X platforms. Here’s an example from this past week.  Pioneer has always focused on higher-yielding and…

Funeral services will be held Wednesday in Grand Forks for Jesse Chalich, president and chief operating officer of Northern Plains Rail Services. Chalich, 49, began his career with Northern Plains Rail Services in 1997 as a conductor and engineer and…

The Central Plains Dairy Expo is in its milestone 25th year. The CPDE features more than 50 expert-led sessions focused on herd health, nutrition, technology, risk management and leadership. A huge dairy-specific trade show is also part of the CPDE…

Last week, there were 70 American Crystal Sugar Company shares brokered for an average price of $4,377.86 per share. Acres & Shares broker Jayson Menke said there were brokered sales at $4,375 and $4,400 per share.

According to NDSU, over 90 percent of North Dakota farmers are dealing with yield losses due to salinity. A Durbin, North Dakota, company is marketing a product called Salt B Gone to remove salt from fields. “There are thousands of acres…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is partnering with the Red River Farm Network and the Linder Farm Network to provide information on soil health events and topics. This week, Minnesota Ag Water Quality Certification Program Administrator Mega Mullen talks about an…

Nitrogen fertilizer costs have increased by over $100 per ton in the two weeks since the Middle East conflict began. Supplies of other fertilizer categories are also under pressure. Comparisons have been made to the disruptions that happened in the…

According to NDSU, over 90 percent of North Dakota farmers are dealing with yield losses due to salinity. A Durbin, North Dakota, company is marketing a product called Salt B Gone to remove salt from fields. “There are thousands of acres…

In South Dakota Corn Comments, South Dakota soil health expert Jim Ristau outlines the benefits of soil health. Click here.

In the Dry Bean Scene, NDSU Plant Pathologist Sam Markell said timing is very important for the spread of rust. Soil sampling is recommended. Click here to listen to the show. 

Nutrient enhancements are available to improve the return on the farmer’s fertilizer investment. Mosaic Biosciences has biologicals that fit that bill. “We have one product called Biopath that folks can mix with their liquid fertilizer, very simple to use, just…

Sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers from across the country recently spent two weeks in Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers as part of the American Sugar Alliance’s annual fly-in. Farmers used the meetings to highlight the financial pressures facing the sugar industry…

The new chairman of the U.S. Soybean Export Council says expanding global markets and diversifying demand will remain top priorities for the soybean industry. Claremont, South Dakota farmer Mike McCranie says the industry has been working for several years to…

Recent forecast models may be overstating how quickly and how strong the next El Niño could develop, according to World Weather Incorporated. New outlooks from NOAA and the Australian Bureau of Meteorology suggest El Niño conditions could begin as early…

The Central Plains Dairy Expo is in its milestone 25th year. The CPDE features more than 50 expert-led sessions focused on herd health, nutrition, technology, risk management and leadership. A huge dairy-specific trade show is also part of the CPDE…

A coalition of agriculture, consumer and faith-based groups has sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer seeking mandatory country-of-origin labeling when the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement is reviewed. They claim increased transparency will result in fairer prices for cattle producers.…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council CEO Kelly Schmidt talks about the Emerging Beef Leader Program. Click here. 

In this week’s edition of Cattle Country Conversations, NDSU Extension Livestock Economist Tim Petry discusses the increase in cattle carcass weights. Click here to listen. 

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has signed a bill into law that temporarily bans the sale and production of cell-cultured protein products in the state. The ban takes effect July 1 and will remain in place for five years, expiring…

USDA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have finalized a construction contract for a new sterile fly production facility in Texas. Minneapolis-based Mortenson Construction got the contract. This complex will raise sterilized New World Screwworm flies, which is seen…

Volatility continues to ripple through grain and livestock markets as rising energy prices and outside market pressures drive investor interest in commodities. Total Farm Marketing Senior Market Advisor Bryan Doherty says a sharp rally in crude oil and concerns about…

A bipartisan group of nearly 70 lawmakers has asked President Trump to prioritize opening the Japanese market to U.S. fresh table stock potatoes during the Japanese prime minister’s visit to the U.S. this week. With this market access, Japan would…

Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar has joined other Democrats in sponsoring legislation to end the President’s latest ten percent tariffs. This is the first time the White House has used its Section 122 authority in its 50-year history. Klobuchar said the…

Developing the next generation of farmers was a key focus at the National Farmers Union annual convention in New Orleans. Minnesota Farmers Union Vice President Anne Schwagerl says the organization is making a strategic investment in young farmers and ranchers…

Timely passage of the farm bill and year-round E15 are on the wish list for Minnesota Senator Tina Smith. E15 may need to be addressed in Ways and Means or the energy committee rather than the agriculture committee. Smith says…

To support the movement of energy and agricultural products, the White House may waive the Jones Act for a limited time. The Jones Act requires shipments between U.S. ports be on ships that are U.S. built, U.S. flagged and U.S.…

In the latest MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union Vice President Anne Schwagerl talks about the investment in young farmers and ranchers. Click here. 

Sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers from across the country recently spent two weeks in Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers as part of the American Sugar Alliance’s annual fly-in. Farmers used the meetings to highlight the financial pressures facing the sugar industry…