- Well Grounded: A Discussion with Randy Dickhut
- House to Vote on Stopgap Spending Bill
- Slightly Less Bearish News in Net Farm Income Forecast
- Geopolitics and the Impact on Agriculture
- A Protectionist Trade Policy Expected Under Trump or Harris
- Feedlot Permit Process Needs Common-Sense Approach
- A Harvest Low
- All Top Stories
Well Grounded: A Discussion with Randy Dickhut
In this edition of the Well Grounded podcast, our guest is Randy Dickhut. Dickhut’s 50-year career in agriculture includes production agriculture and farm management experience. While at Farmers National Company, Dickhut served as the senior vice president of real estate…
House to Vote on Stopgap Spending Bill
Congress is back in session after the five-week August recess. House Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to bring a continuing resolution up for a vote on Wednesday. This bill would fund the government through the end of March. The bill…
Slightly Less Bearish News in Net Farm Income Forecast
USDA is forecasting 2024 net farm income at $140 billion. That’s 4.4 percent below the levels seen in 2023. That’s a big change from the February forecast when USDA predicted a 25 percent drop in net farm income. The credit…
Geopolitics and the Impact on Agriculture
For the third consecutive year, geopolitical specialist Jacob Shapiro kicked off the Next 5 Years Executive Conference in Fargo. Surprisingly, Shapiro said the U.S. is the source of the most geopolitical instability worldwide. “If Americans feel like the world is…
A Protectionist Trade Policy Expected Under Trump or Harris
Whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris is in the Oval Office on January 20, 2025, a more protectionist trade policy is anticipated. Ben Conner is a partner in a trade policy consulting firm called DTB AgriTrade and made that point…
Feedlot Permit Process Needs Common-Sense Approach
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has proposed changes to the state feedlot permit process. AgriGrowth Executive Director Darin Broten said MPCA’s one-size-fits-all approach does not work. “Science has to drive decisions, not arbitrary dates as has been proposed by the…
A Harvest Low
Total Farm Marketing Senior Market Advisor Naomi Blohm believes the harvest low may already be in this market. “I think that corn is on the harvest low; I really think that that happened. Beans, though, are a mixed bag.” Over…
SD Corn Comments
In this week’s edition of South Dakota Corn Comments, the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council extends its wish to everyone for a great school year. Listen to the report.
Dekalb in Partnership with Field of Dreams Site
Bayer has announced a new partnership with the Field of Dreams movie site in Dyersville, Iowa. Dekalb is the official corn seed for the famous field. In addition to the Dekalb corn surrounding the ballfield, Dekalb receives exclusive naming rights…
Fielding Questions
Fielding Questions is a podcast produced in collaboration between AgCountry Farm Credit Services and the Red River Farm Network that explores the world of farm finance and rural life. AgCountry Vice President of Insurance and Customer Education Rob Fronning discusses…
Well Grounded: A Discussion with Randy Dickhut
In this edition of the Well Grounded podcast, our guest is Randy Dickhut. Dickhut’s 50-year career in agriculture includes production agriculture and farm management experience. While at Farmers National Company, Dickhut served as the senior vice president of real estate…
What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets
In this week’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says corn, soybeans and wheat have had back-to-back higher weekly closes. Funds were taking profits from their short positions. “We have a…
RRFN Welcomes KQ92-Warroad
The Red River Farm Network is proud to announce the addition of its news radio partner, KKWQ, Warroad, Minnesota. Tune in to KQ92 for the latest farm news, markets and agricultural weather. RRFN partners with 23 radio stations to deliver…
It’s Time for Big Iron
The Red River Valley Fairgrounds is full of activity today as ag company representatives put the final touches on their displays for the Big Iron Farm and Construction Show. This show features more than 900 exhibit displays. Last year, an…
Fielding Questions
Fielding Questions is a podcast produced in collaboration between AgCountry Farm Credit Services and the Red River Farm Network that explores the world of farm finance and rural life. AgCountry Vice President of Insurance and Customer Education Rob Fronning discusses…
What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets
In this week’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says corn, soybeans and wheat have had back-to-back higher weekly closes. Funds were taking profits from their short positions. “We have a…
Politics Sends Canola Market Lower
China’s decision to initiate an anti-dumping investigation against Canadian canola oil sent canola markets lower this past week. Winnipeg-based Ag-Chieve President David Drozd said this is not the first time China has targeted canola oil. “Back when the Huawei executive was…
The Push-Pull of the Fertilizer Market
Farmers seem to be waiting for lower fertilizer prices while the retail sector holds prices firm. “What we’ve seen before were a lot of signals prices should go higher; suddenly you wake up one morning and the price is falling,”…
Port Strike Possible
If a new contract is not in place by October 1, North America’s largest longshoremen’s union could go on strike. After two days of negotiations with port ownership, the two sides remain at odds. This union handles the ports on…
Geopolitics and the Impact on Agriculture
For the third consecutive year, geopolitical specialist Jacob Shapiro kicked off the Next 5 Years Executive Conference in Fargo. Surprisingly, Shapiro said the U.S. is the source of the most geopolitical instability worldwide. “If Americans feel like the world is…
A Harvest Low
Total Farm Marketing Senior Market Advisor Naomi Blohm believes the harvest low may already be in this market. “I think that corn is on the harvest low; I really think that that happened. Beans, though, are a mixed bag.” Over…
SD Corn Comments
In this week’s edition of South Dakota Corn Comments, the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council extends its wish to everyone for a great school year. Listen to the report.
Dekalb in Partnership with Field of Dreams Site
Bayer has announced a new partnership with the Field of Dreams movie site in Dyersville, Iowa. Dekalb is the official corn seed for the famous field. In addition to the Dekalb corn surrounding the ballfield, Dekalb receives exclusive naming rights…
Fielding Questions
Fielding Questions is a podcast produced in collaboration between AgCountry Farm Credit Services and the Red River Farm Network that explores the world of farm finance and rural life. AgCountry Vice President of Insurance and Customer Education Rob Fronning discusses…
Well Grounded: A Discussion with Randy Dickhut
In this edition of the Well Grounded podcast, our guest is Randy Dickhut. Dickhut’s 50-year career in agriculture includes production agriculture and farm management experience. While at Farmers National Company, Dickhut served as the senior vice president of real estate…
What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets
In this week’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says corn, soybeans and wheat have had back-to-back higher weekly closes. Funds were taking profits from their short positions. “We have a…
It’s Time for Big Iron
The Red River Valley Fairgrounds is full of activity today as ag company representatives put the final touches on their displays for the Big Iron Farm and Construction Show. This show features more than 900 exhibit displays. Last year, an…
Cross-Commodity Lobbying for Farm Bill Passage
In a rare move, a handful of commodity groups are meeting lawmakers in joint congressional visits this week. The groups representing corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, rice and sorghum are partnering on this lobbying trip. An ag lender will be part…
Farming for the Future
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. Jordan Harder with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture discusses best management practices when…
Politics Sends Canola Market Lower
China’s decision to initiate an anti-dumping investigation against Canadian canola oil sent canola markets lower this past week. Winnipeg-based Ag-Chieve President David Drozd said this is not the first time China has targeted canola oil. “Back when the Huawei executive was…
Dry Bean Scene
Kelley Bean Facility Manager Dean Nelson says the dry bean harvest has started in Hatton, North Dakota area. “On Labor Day, we got our first load in,” said Nelson. “We had two large days of dumping on the Monday/Tuesday and…
A Financial Drain
Going into 2025, working capital and balance sheets will be tight. “This 2024 crop may drain a lot of farmers’ working capital,” says Ben Olander, a farm business management instructor with Central Lakes College. “I think yield will hopefully balance…
The Push-Pull of the Fertilizer Market
Farmers seem to be waiting for lower fertilizer prices while the retail sector holds prices firm. “What we’ve seen before were a lot of signals prices should go higher; suddenly you wake up one morning and the price is falling,”…
Poorly Timed Rain
A big rain event was not what Peter Hvidsten needed before his wheat harvest near Stephen, Minnesota. “We got about two-and-a-half inches of rain. After that, we dropped a couple of points in test weight and the color of the…
Slow Wheat and Canola Harvest
Kennedy, Minnesota farmer Jeff Mortenson is waiting to finish wheat before moving into canola harvest. The wheat is coming off slowly and with lower protein than expected but has good yields. Mortenson expects to be happy with the canola crop…
DNR Seeks Input on Plan to Expand Elk Herd
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is hosting a meeting Tuesday night in Thief River Falls to develop plans to increase the size and range of Minnesota’s elk herd. The Legislature passed an amendment to enhance the elk population in…
MN Beef Update
Minnesota Beef Council Business Manager Heather Delong joins the Minnesota Beef Update to recap the Minnesota Beef Checkoff’s participation in the Minnesota State Fair. Listen to the Minnesota Beef Update.
Minimizing Weaning Stress
Weaning season is approaching quickly. Managing stress in calves is vital to minimize production losses from weaning. “I’ve always found out the best way to wean calves is to have the cows being fed something similar to what the calves…
Feedlot Permit Process Needs Common-Sense Approach
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has proposed changes to the state feedlot permit process. AgriGrowth Executive Director Darin Broten said MPCA’s one-size-fits-all approach does not work. “Science has to drive decisions, not arbitrary dates as has been proposed by the…
Momentum Continues for U.S. Beef Exports
U.S. beef exports totaled 110,000 metric tonnes in July. That’s up seven percent from one year ago and it’s the second largest month of 2024. The growth was fueled by sales to Japan, Taiwan and Mexico. Pork exports are up…
Anthrax Vaccinations Recommended
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is urging farmers and ranchers to vaccinate their livestock against anthrax. State Veterinarian Ethan Andress said conditions are ripe for the disease. “In places where anthrax has been in the past, vaccination is recommended.”…
Crop Report From Southwest ND
Belfield, North Dakota farmer Byron Richard is working cattle between harvest activity. Richard was able to seed his wheat early and was able to harvest a good crop.“Some of the guys that got in a little later are running into…
House to Vote on Stopgap Spending Bill
Congress is back in session after the five-week August recess. House Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to bring a continuing resolution up for a vote on Wednesday. This bill would fund the government through the end of March. The bill…
Cross-Commodity Lobbying for Farm Bill Passage
In a rare move, a handful of commodity groups are meeting lawmakers in joint congressional visits this week. The groups representing corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, rice and sorghum are partnering on this lobbying trip. An ag lender will be part…
DNR Seeks Input on Plan to Expand Elk Herd
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is hosting a meeting Tuesday night in Thief River Falls to develop plans to increase the size and range of Minnesota’s elk herd. The Legislature passed an amendment to enhance the elk population in…
Farming for the Future
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. Jordan Harder with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture discusses best management practices when…
Farm Bill Urgency
The National Farmers Union is hosting a fall legislative fly-in this week. “Our North Dakota Farmers Union members are really excited to get out to Washington D.C. and join about 300 family farmers and ranchers,” said Matt Perdue, government relations…
Increasing Markets to Taiwan
North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring announced applications for grants are being accepted for North Dakota companies that are interested in exporting food products to Taiwan. Some of the products that Goehring noted include beef and poultry, dairy products, tree…
Make Your Voice Heard on Proposed Feedlot Rules
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has announced changes to feedlot permits that are nearing their expiration date. The proposed permits would require farmers to apply manure in the spring or plant cover crops for fall-applied manure. “The case they’ve made…
