Dakota Agronomy Partners Agronomy Sales Representative Cheyenne Bahm, who is based at Hazen, North Dakota, said timely moisture and warmer temperatures helped crops rebound quickly. “We went from 19 degrees basically back up into the 90s within a matter of two…

A House Agriculture Committee hearing turned contentious as Ranking Member Angie Craig repeatedly challenged Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on farm finances, input costs and administration policies. Craig cited farm losses from last year and questioned the administration’s trade and economic policies.…

It was another successful North Dakota FFA convention. North Dakota FFA Foundation Executive Director Laiken DeMorrett says that would not be possible without its supporters. “We fundraise 90 percent of our annual operating budget every year, about $700,000, so literally,…

The North Dakota FFA has a new state president, New Salem FFA member, Maksim Nelson. “It’s truly a feeling that I’ve never had before. It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I am so grateful to have.”  Nelson says his FFA…

Farm payment limits and eligibility requirements are being updated. Starting with the 2026 crop year, the Farm Service Agency is treating applicable limited liability companies and S-Corporations as pass-through entities. Previously, farms that were structured as an LLC or an…

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is criticizing the USDA response to screwworm, saying the Agriculture Department has moved too slowly and is relying on an ineffective approach. “We have the ability to stop it, but so far we’re not using…

Maddock, North Dakota rancher Travis Maddock is a member of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association officer team. Maddock said the industry has been preparing for a possible screwworm detection for more than a year. “This is not a consumer threat…

A key component of the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit is moving closer to completion. USDA’s proposed feedstock rule is now under review at the Office of Management and Budget. The rule will establish technical guidelines for regenerative agriculture practices…

As crops emerge across the region, NDSU Extension is encouraging growers to monitor fields for cutworm activity. NDSU Extension Entomologist Janet Knodel said cutworms can affect nearly all major crops, particularly during the seedling stage. Specific crops are more vulnerable to…

Dakota Agronomy Partners Agronomy Sales Representative Cheyenne Bahm, who is based at Hazen, North Dakota, said timely moisture and warmer temperatures helped crops rebound quickly. “We went from 19 degrees basically back up into the 90s within a matter of two…

In the Dry Bean Scene, North Dakota Farm Service Agency Program Director Brandi LaFromboise discusses additional assistance for specialty crops. Click here to hear the update. 

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council EO Kelly Schmidt recaps May Beef Month.Click here. 

In Corn Matters, Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council Vice Chair Jordan Goblisch discusses a campaign that puts a spotlight on farmer suicide prevention. Click here. 

In the Sugarbeet Report, American Crystal Sugar Company Vice President of Agriculture Steve Rosenau provides an update on sugarbeet crop conditions. Click here to listen to the report. 

Holstein Association USA has announced that its Distinguished Leadership Award recipient is Corey Gieger. Gieger is the lead dairy economist for CoBank. Previously, he spent nearly three decades with Hoard’s Dairyman.

North Dakota Stockmen’s Association President Randy Schmitt said the cattle industry has been preparing for the screwworm’s potential return for a year and a half. “The risk here in North Dakota is very, very minimal. It does not like cold climates,…

Rabobank is forecasting stronger wheat and barley prices ahead as global supplies begin to tighten. Analysts say weather challenges in key production regions, including the United States, Eastern Europe and Australia, are reducing crop potential while higher production costs are…

Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor says the ethanol industry is entering a new era of opportunity. Speaking at the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop in St. Louis, Skor highlighted recent momentum for year-round E15, expanding export markets and growing demand for…

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is criticizing the USDA response to screwworm, saying the Agriculture Department has moved too slowly and is relying on an ineffective approach. “We have the ability to stop it, but so far we’re not using…

Ever.Ag has expanded its AI ag decision engine, Everett, to the livestock sector. This platform launched in April for the dairy industry. Everett is designed to help the ag community address anything from managing feed to running a processing plant…

The Agricultural Coalition for the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement has shared a letter with trade leaders from all three countries, urging them to renew the trade deal. The letter was signed by 160 ag groups from all three countries. Farm groups…

In Corn Matters, Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council Vice Chair Jordan Goblisch discusses a campaign that puts a spotlight on farmer suicide prevention. Click here. 

Unmanned aerial application continues to gain traction in North Dakota after first emerging in the state in 2022. NDSU Extension Ag Technology and Grain Specialist Rob Priox said drones can provide access to areas that are difficult for traditional aircraft. Drones…

With recent rainfall and warm temperatures supporting strong crop development, attention is rapidly shifting to weed control across the Northern Plains. BASF Business Representative Ryan Cassavan said producers are preparing for an active post-emergence spray season. “These guys have got to get…

Attention is on the U.S. Senate as it prepares to take up a new farm bill package. However, North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Executive Director Julie Ellingson said recent federal tax policy changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill may be…

Rabobank is forecasting stronger wheat and barley prices ahead as global supplies begin to tighten. Analysts say weather challenges in key production regions, including the United States, Eastern Europe and Australia, are reducing crop potential while higher production costs are…

Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor says the ethanol industry is entering a new era of opportunity. Speaking at the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop in St. Louis, Skor highlighted recent momentum for year-round E15, expanding export markets and growing demand for…

The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers has filed a lawsuit challenging EPA’s finalized Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for 2026 and 2027. Refiners argue the mandate creates excessive compliance costs that could eventually be passed on to consumers. AFPM says compliance…

As crops emerge across the region, NDSU Extension is encouraging growers to monitor fields for cutworm activity. NDSU Extension Entomologist Janet Knodel said cutworms can affect nearly all major crops, particularly during the seedling stage. Specific crops are more vulnerable to…

Dakota Agronomy Partners Agronomy Sales Representative Cheyenne Bahm, who is based at Hazen, North Dakota, said timely moisture and warmer temperatures helped crops rebound quickly. “We went from 19 degrees basically back up into the 90s within a matter of two…

In the Sugarbeet Report, American Crystal Sugar Company Vice President of Agriculture Steve Rosenau provides an update on sugarbeet crop conditions. Click here to listen to the report. 

Unmanned aerial application continues to gain traction in North Dakota after first emerging in the state in 2022. NDSU Extension Ag Technology and Grain Specialist Rob Priox said drones can provide access to areas that are difficult for traditional aircraft. Drones…

With recent rainfall and warm temperatures supporting strong crop development, attention is rapidly shifting to weed control across the Northern Plains. BASF Business Representative Ryan Cassavan said producers are preparing for an active post-emergence spray season. “These guys have got to get…

Dan Younggren, who farms at Hallock, Minnesota, appreciates the recent rain.  “We needed the moisture to get the reseeded beets up and running and I think we got just what the doctor ordered.” Weeds are also taking off, but nothing…

Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative growers were forced to replant five percent of their acres. Director of Research, Mark Bloomquist, said young beets were especially vulnerable during the height of the wind events. “The most affected fields were on the…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council EO Kelly Schmidt recaps May Beef Month.Click here. 

Adequate feed supplies are providing a positive outlook for livestock producers across North Dakota. NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist Karl Hoppe said recent moisture has created a much different scenario in the Northern Plains than many drought-stricken regions of the country. “We definitely…

Attention is on the U.S. Senate as it prepares to take up a new farm bill package. However, North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Executive Director Julie Ellingson said recent federal tax policy changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill may be…

North Dakota Stockmen’s Association President Randy Schmitt said the cattle industry has been preparing for the screwworm’s potential return for a year and a half. “The risk here in North Dakota is very, very minimal. It does not like cold climates,…

National Pork Producers Council leaders say trade, animal health and labor remain top priorities for the pork industry. Speaking at the World Pork Expo, NPPC President-Elect Pat Hord said renewing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement is critical for maintaining strong export markets,…

In a letter to Chairman John Boozman, and Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar, R-CALF USA said the next farm bill should restore mandatory country-of-origin labeling for beef, curb formula contracts and packer control, block further consolidation in the cattle and sheep…

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is criticizing the USDA response to screwworm, saying the Agriculture Department has moved too slowly and is relying on an ineffective approach. “We have the ability to stop it, but so far we’re not using…

A key component of the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit is moving closer to completion. USDA’s proposed feedstock rule is now under review at the Office of Management and Budget. The rule will establish technical guidelines for regenerative agriculture practices…

In the Dry Bean Scene, North Dakota Farm Service Agency Program Director Brandi LaFromboise discusses additional assistance for specialty crops. Click here to hear the update. 

The House passed the 2027 agriculture appropriations bill on a vote of 213-to-210. It was largely a party-line vote, apart from five Republicans voting against it and four Democrats supporting the funding bill.

Attention is on the U.S. Senate as it prepares to take up a new farm bill package. However, North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Executive Director Julie Ellingson said recent federal tax policy changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill may be…

A House Agriculture Committee hearing turned contentious as Ranking Member Angie Craig repeatedly challenged Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on farm finances, input costs and administration policies. Craig cited farm losses from last year and questioned the administration’s trade and economic policies.…

National Pork Producers Council leaders say trade, animal health and labor remain top priorities for the pork industry. Speaking at the World Pork Expo, NPPC President-Elect Pat Hord said renewing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement is critical for maintaining strong export markets,…

The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers has filed a lawsuit challenging EPA’s finalized Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for 2026 and 2027. Refiners argue the mandate creates excessive compliance costs that could eventually be passed on to consumers. AFPM says compliance…