Over 15 ethanol plants across the Midwest have announced closures in recent months, while many others are cutting production. During the slowdown, corn and ethanol organizations are awaiting final word from the Trump Administration on if ethanol gallons lost as…

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue joined former agriculture secretaries Tom Vilsack, Dan Glickman and John Block to rally support of the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. Tom Vilsack, who is now the chief executive officer for the U.S. Dairy Export Council, said…

Potato harvest is beginning around the Buxton, North Dakota area. NoKota Packers President Steve Tweeten says the rain slowed things down. “This week’s temperatures are making it so potato growers can’t dig full days. It’s too warm, but the quality…

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has named Senior Vice-President of Government Affairs, Colin Woodall, as its new CEO. Woodall succeeds Kendall Frazier, who announced his retirement earlier this year. In an interview with the Red River Farm Network, Woodall said…

The latest development is China will exempt U.S. soybeans, pork and other agricultural commodities from punitive tariffs. “From what we understand, a limited number of companies in China have been given a limited quantity of soybeans they are able to…

From the view of United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland, innovation, sustainability and bridging the gap between farmers and consumers are all important to the future of agriculture. “Like all people, consumers are interested their own lives and what they…

The trade agenda is starting to gain traction in Washington D.C. According to the Russell Group President Randy Russell, there’s a window of opportunity for Congress to take up the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement before the end of the year.…

Weekend rains resulted in overland flooding in portions of the northern Red River Valley and northwest Minnesota. Rainfall totals include 4.35 inches at Grand Forks, 3.9 inches at Roseau, 3.8 inches at Cavalier, 3.4 inches at Warren and 3.1 inches…

Over 15 ethanol plants across the Midwest have announced closures in recent months, while many others are cutting production. During the slowdown, corn and ethanol organizations are awaiting final word from the Trump Administration on if ethanol gallons lost as…

After a streak of cool and wet weather, farmers in North Dakota and Minnesota are finally rolling with dry edible bean harvest. Get the details in the Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association, UPL, FMC,…

Following the Tyson Foods fire in Holcomb, Kansas fire, the cattle market has been extremely volatile. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson went to the House floor Thursday, saying cattle producers have suffered serious economic losses. “That’s why I was grateful…

The Farm Foundation board has selected Shari Rogge-Fidler as the president and CEO. Most recently, Rogge-Fidler was CEO of Family Farms LLC; an Illinois farm management firm. Rogge-Fidler succeeds Constance Cullman, who left the Farm Foundation to lead the American…

EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler spent time in front of a congressional committee Thursday. At that hearing, Wheeler said the ethanol industry has not faced demand destruction due to the small refinery waivers. Wheeler also said he did not know when…

North Dakota Corn Growers Association Executive Director Lisa Hochhalter was in Washington D.C. this past week to rally for the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. “Our group reiterated how important it is to get this agreement ratified.” Hochhalter says opinions vary…

Over 15 ethanol plants across the Midwest have announced closures in recent months, while many others are cutting production. During the slowdown, corn and ethanol organizations are awaiting final word from the Trump Administration on if ethanol gallons lost as…

The latest development is China will exempt U.S. soybeans, pork and other agricultural commodities from punitive tariffs. “From what we understand, a limited number of companies in China have been given a limited quantity of soybeans they are able to…

CHS is expanding its soybean processing plant at Fairmont, Minnesota. Soybeans are processed into soil at the Fairmont facility before going to the CHS Mankato plant for further refining. Construction is underway and is expected to be completed by the…

Funds are holding record or near record short positions in wheat, soybeans and corn, which could lead to a big move higher in the grains if there is a market catalyst. Northern Crops Marketing and Investments President Brad Paulson says…

S & W Trading market analyst Andy Shissler thinks farmers will see stronger commodity markets once the combines start to run. “In Iowa and Illinois, the corn will have a difficult time getting to black layer. We’re going to have…

Efforts are underway to include language in the continuing resolution to help the U.S. Department of Agriculture move forward with the Market Facilitation Program payments. That’s according to House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson, Livestock Subcommittee Chairman Jim Costa and…

The Trump Administration has notified Congress the U.S. and Japan are ready to move forward on a trade deal on agriculture. By sending this formal notification to Congress, President Trump can officially sign off on the agreement. That signing ceremony…

The Farm Foundation board has selected Shari Rogge-Fidler as the president and CEO. Most recently, Rogge-Fidler was CEO of Family Farms LLC; an Illinois farm management firm. Rogge-Fidler succeeds Constance Cullman, who left the Farm Foundation to lead the American…

From the view of United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland, innovation, sustainability and bridging the gap between farmers and consumers are all important to the future of agriculture. “Like all people, consumers are interested their own lives and what they…

CHS is expanding its soybean processing plant at Fairmont, Minnesota. Soybeans are processed into soil at the Fairmont facility before going to the CHS Mankato plant for further refining. Construction is underway and is expected to be completed by the…

An IRS decision could prevent some farms from using cash accounting. A coalition of commodity groups, the National Council of Cooperatives and Farm Bureau wants Congress to intervene. Since 2017, the IRS said a farm or ranch, set up as…

The South Dakota State University Collegiate Farm Bureau will host its first ever Collegiate Farm Bureau Experience October 11 through the 13 at the SDSU Campus in Brookings, South Dakota. SDSU Collegiate Farm Bureau Member Rebekka Paskewitz says the theme…

Cargill will close its fresh and frozen turkey production facility in Waco, Texas in November. Cargill will continue to operate the cooked meats portion of the facility, which produces pre-sliced deli products. Cargill is the third largest turkey processor in…

Stephanie Hille is the new brand recorder for the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association. In this role, Hille maintains the state’s brand records. Most recently, Hille was a veterinary technician at the Mandan Veterinary Clinic.

After a streak of cool and wet weather, farmers in North Dakota and Minnesota are finally rolling with dry edible bean harvest. Get the details in the Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association, UPL, FMC,…

Potato harvest is beginning around the Buxton, North Dakota area. NoKota Packers President Steve Tweeten says the rain slowed things down. “This week’s temperatures are making it so potato growers can’t dig full days. It’s too warm, but the quality…

It’s the best time of year to harvest crops, as they can be preserved ahead of the frost. Learn more from Rolling Hills Farm owner Jaci Cutforth in the North Dakota Farmers Markets and Growers Association Update.

The latest development is China will exempt U.S. soybeans, pork and other agricultural commodities from punitive tariffs. “From what we understand, a limited number of companies in China have been given a limited quantity of soybeans they are able to…

From the view of United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland, innovation, sustainability and bridging the gap between farmers and consumers are all important to the future of agriculture. “Like all people, consumers are interested their own lives and what they…

In Onida, South Dakota, Oahe Grain location manager Tim Luken says the wheat harvest is mostly wrapped up in his area. “Last week, we still had crops standing. We warmed up this week. Farmers are cleaning up what’s in the…

American Crystal Sugar Company general agronomist Joe Hastings says the warm temperatures have been a challenge during the pre-pile harvest. “We’ve been pre-piling between the rains.” Hastings says sugar content is good so far. “It’s hanging in the 16.5 percent…

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has named Senior Vice-President of Government Affairs, Colin Woodall, as its new CEO. Woodall succeeds Kendall Frazier, who announced his retirement earlier this year. In an interview with the Red River Farm Network, Woodall said…

The Minnesota Beef Council partners with the Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom Program. Learn more from Katie Davis in the latest Minnesota Beef Update.

Colin Woodall is now the new Chief Executive Officer for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Woodall joined the NCBA in 2004 and most recently served as the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs. NCBA Senior Director of the Public Lands…

Cargill will close its fresh and frozen turkey production facility in Waco, Texas in November. Cargill will continue to operate the cooked meats portion of the facility, which produces pre-sliced deli products. Cargill is the third largest turkey processor in…

Stephanie Hille is the new brand recorder for the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association. In this role, Hille maintains the state’s brand records. Most recently, Hille was a veterinary technician at the Mandan Veterinary Clinic.

For the first time in more than 50 years, swine slaughter inspections in the U.S. are getting an update. According to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the modernization includes new requirements for microbial testing and a new inspection…

As of last week, over 19,000 dairy operations have signed up for the Dairy Margin Coverage program. That represents 51 percent of all dairy farms nationwide. This is the final week to sign up for the program.

Over 15 ethanol plants across the Midwest have announced closures in recent months, while many others are cutting production. During the slowdown, corn and ethanol organizations are awaiting final word from the Trump Administration on if ethanol gallons lost as…

Following the Tyson Foods fire in Holcomb, Kansas fire, the cattle market has been extremely volatile. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson went to the House floor Thursday, saying cattle producers have suffered serious economic losses. “That’s why I was grateful…

EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler spent time in front of a congressional committee Thursday. At that hearing, Wheeler said the ethanol industry has not faced demand destruction due to the small refinery waivers. Wheeler also said he did not know when…

North Dakota Corn Growers Association Executive Director Lisa Hochhalter was in Washington D.C. this past week to rally for the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. “Our group reiterated how important it is to get this agreement ratified.” Hochhalter says opinions vary…

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue joined former agriculture secretaries Tom Vilsack, Dan Glickman and John Block to rally support of the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. Tom Vilsack, who is now the chief executive officer for the U.S. Dairy Export Council, said…

In a House Agriculture Subcommittee hearing on disaster aid, USDA Undersecretary Bill Northey addressed the Wildfires and Hurricanes Indemnity Program Plus and the Market Facilitation Program. “In addition to WHIP+ are payments for milk loss and stored grain losses. Also,…

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has named Senior Vice-President of Government Affairs, Colin Woodall, as its new CEO. Woodall succeeds Kendall Frazier, who announced his retirement earlier this year. In an interview with the Red River Farm Network, Woodall said…