Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins faced the House Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee this morning, fielding questions about the 2027 fiscal year USDA budget. In the hearing, Michigan Congressman John Moolenaar said sugarbeet growers are being undercut by foreign competitors. Rollins agreed. “The…

The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office. According to ASA, foreign governments are unfairly subsidizing sugar imports and distorting the U.S. market. Domestic sugar prices are moving close to loan forfeiture…

The Minnesota Sunflower Council re-elected Thomas Dowdle and Tom Smude to three-year terms. Dowdle, who farms near Kennedy, will represent Region One and currently serves as Second Vice President of the National Sunflower Association. Smude, who farms near Pierz, will…

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is adding uncertainty to U.S.-China trade talks, with potential impacts on agricultural exports. StoneX Chief Commodities Economist Arlan Suderman says the ongoing conflict could delay negotiations and limit soybean opportunities in the near…

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says the ongoing conflict in Iran and control over oil flows are reshaping global trade dynamics. “I think if you just observe the situation, regardless of what your political beliefs are, to think that the…

As Congress returns from the Easter recess, uncertainty remains about whether farmers will see relief through the budget reconciliation process. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says current discussions do not point to farm aid being included in the package. “Well, I…

Seventy percent of wheat farmers and 66 percent of corn farmers are unable to afford all their required fertilizer this year. That is one of the findings in the American Farm Bureau Federation Fertilizer Availability Survey. Farm Bureau economist Faith…

The National Agri-Marketing Association delivered its Best of NAMA Awards during its annual conference in St. Louis. The grand champion award went to the Idaho Potato Commission with Evans Hardy + Young as the agency. The Best of Show for…

The Senate Agriculture Committee announced staff additions. Corey Brown Weber will serve as the deputy staff director and Skylar Sowder will rejoin the committee as policy director. Weber joined the committee as chief counsel for the Republican staff in August…

No matter how you look at it, NDSU Agricultural Risk Policy Center Associate Director Shawn Arita says the outcome of the Strait of Hormuz’s closure isn’t good. “Even in the most optimistic scenario, we are going to expect elevated prices…

The April WASDE report didn’t have many changes to supply or demand. Farm management analyst Kent Thiesse says the adjustments to the market year average prices for corn, soybeans, and wheat will lower the estimates for ARC and PLC payments.…

Importers and exporters from around the world were in Mexico City for the U.S. Meat Export Federation Red Meat Symposium this past week. Towner, North Dakota rancher Jason Zahn represented the North Dakota Beef Commission at the event. After a…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins faced the House Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee this morning, fielding questions about the 2027 fiscal year USDA budget. In the hearing, Michigan Congressman John Moolenaar said sugarbeet growers are being undercut by foreign competitors. Rollins agreed. “The…

The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office. According to ASA, foreign governments are unfairly subsidizing sugar imports and distorting the U.S. market. Domestic sugar prices are moving close to loan forfeiture…

Importers and exporters from around the world were in Mexico City for the U.S. Meat Export Federation Red Meat Symposium this past week. Towner, North Dakota rancher Jason Zahn represented the North Dakota Beef Commission at the event. After a…

The web-based prediction market platform, Kalshi, has added new contracts tied to commodity prices. Given the current world events, company officials said the commodities market has exploded in both volume and volatility. Commodities ranging from wheat to sugar are now…

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is adding uncertainty to U.S.-China trade talks, with potential impacts on agricultural exports. StoneX Chief Commodities Economist Arlan Suderman says the ongoing conflict could delay negotiations and limit soybean opportunities in the near…

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says the ongoing conflict in Iran and control over oil flows are reshaping global trade dynamics. “I think if you just observe the situation, regardless of what your political beliefs are, to think that the…

Seventy percent of wheat farmers and 66 percent of corn farmers are unable to afford all their required fertilizer this year. That is one of the findings in the American Farm Bureau Federation Fertilizer Availability Survey. Farm Bureau economist Faith…

Even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens quickly and the waterway is fully operational by July, the NDSU Center for Agricultural Policy and Trade Studies forecasts urea prices to peak at $782 per ton. That’s well above the $470 price…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has announced the availability of new specialty crop block grants and research funding. That was the ‘major announcement’ made during her stop in Lansing, Michigan. During a news briefing, Rollins was asked about high fertilizer costs. …

The National Agri-Marketing Association delivered its Best of NAMA Awards during its annual conference in St. Louis. The grand champion award went to the Idaho Potato Commission with Evans Hardy + Young as the agency. The Best of Show for…

No matter how you look at it, NDSU Agricultural Risk Policy Center Associate Director Shawn Arita says the outcome of the Strait of Hormuz’s closure isn’t good. “Even in the most optimistic scenario, we are going to expect elevated prices…

The April WASDE report didn’t have many changes to supply or demand. Farm management analyst Kent Thiesse says the adjustments to the market year average prices for corn, soybeans, and wheat will lower the estimates for ARC and PLC payments.…

The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office. According to ASA, foreign governments are unfairly subsidizing sugar imports and distorting the U.S. market. Domestic sugar prices are moving close to loan forfeiture…

The Minnesota Senate Agriculture Committee reviewed spending priorities in its Wednesday hearing. One provision would make Minnesota the first state to ban paraquat. Ranking Member Torrey Westrom said this chemistry is often used on cover crops and for desiccation of…

The web-based prediction market platform, Kalshi, has added new contracts tied to commodity prices. Given the current world events, company officials said the commodities market has exploded in both volume and volatility. Commodities ranging from wheat to sugar are now…

North Dakota is the first state to have access to FAA radar data to support drone operations. The State of North Dakota reports that the Vantis network will result in safer, more efficient drone operations for many sectors, including precision…

The Minnesota Sunflower Council re-elected Thomas Dowdle and Tom Smude to three-year terms. Dowdle, who farms near Kennedy, will represent Region One and currently serves as Second Vice President of the National Sunflower Association. Smude, who farms near Pierz, will…

The Minnesota Senate Agriculture Committee reviewed spending priorities in its Wednesday hearing. One provision would make Minnesota the first state to ban paraquat. Ranking Member Torrey Westrom said this chemistry is often used on cover crops and for desiccation of…

Koch Agronomic Services has launched CENTURO A-PRO nitrogen stabilizer. CENTURO is designed to provide a more flexible and easy-to-handle nitrogen protection solution for retailers and growers. CENTURO A-PRO recently received EPA approval and is available for Fall 2026 applications.

Minnesota Corn Growers Association Vice President Todd Wetzel offers a reminder on best management practices when handling pre-treated seeds. Click here.

In the latest WestBred Wheat Report, WestBred Technical Product Manager Justin Berg focuses on variety selection and seeding rates. Click here. 

Even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens quickly and the waterway is fully operational by July, the NDSU Center for Agricultural Policy and Trade Studies forecasts urea prices to peak at $782 per ton. That’s well above the $470 price…

BASF Technical Marketing Manager for Corn Herbicides Josh Putman emphasizes the importance of starting clean and staying clean when it comes to weed control. “Early season weed control is really the most important time for us, especially when we’re thinking…

Importers and exporters from around the world were in Mexico City for the U.S. Meat Export Federation Red Meat Symposium this past week. Towner, North Dakota rancher Jason Zahn represented the North Dakota Beef Commission at the event. After a…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Executive Director Kaitlyn Root highlights the Steak on a Stick promotion at the State Capitol. Listen. 

Market volatility is picking up again, and in this week’s What’s Hot, What’s Not segment, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson breaks down where the momentum is shifting. Cattle continues to lead the way, with live cattle pushing to…

Union workers at one of the country’s largest beef processing plants have ratified a new two-year contract. The strike at the JBS plant in Greeley, Colorado, lasted three weeks, ending nearly a week ago when both sides agreed to return…

A tentative labor agreement has been reached between JBS and the union representing workers at the beef plant in Greeley, Colorado. The deal was reached after a three-week strike at the Swift Beef plant. Terms of the agreement were not…

The Minnesota House Environment and Natural Resources Committee laid over a bill that would require an environmental impact statement for an animal feedlot facility with 10,000 or more animal units. These operations currently go through an environmental review process that…

The U.S. is making progress in expanding agricultural trade in Southeast Asia. “In Vietnam, we met with grocery stores that are importing and want to import more American products,” said USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg.…

The Senate Agriculture Committee announced staff additions. Corey Brown Weber will serve as the deputy staff director and Skylar Sowder will rejoin the committee as policy director. Weber joined the committee as chief counsel for the Republican staff in August…

The April WASDE report didn’t have many changes to supply or demand. Farm management analyst Kent Thiesse says the adjustments to the market year average prices for corn, soybeans, and wheat will lower the estimates for ARC and PLC payments.…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins faced the House Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee this morning, fielding questions about the 2027 fiscal year USDA budget. In the hearing, Michigan Congressman John Moolenaar said sugarbeet growers are being undercut by foreign competitors. Rollins agreed. “The…

The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office. According to ASA, foreign governments are unfairly subsidizing sugar imports and distorting the U.S. market. Domestic sugar prices are moving close to loan forfeiture…

A funding bill for Minnesota’s Outdoor Heritage Fund has stalled in the House Legacy Finance Committee. A recommendation for $3.5 million for Phase 3 of the Roseau Lake Rehabilitation project was a trouble spot in Wednesday’s hearing. The Roseau Lake…

On Tax Day, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins went in front of the microphones to tout the Working Families Tax Cuts Act. Rollins said this provision is the largest investment in Rural America in history. “There are so many wins for Rural…

State Senator Rob Kupec, Moorhead, offered an amendment to the omnibus agriculture bill to expand access to E15. “This is a moment with the war going on in Iran, when the cost of imported oil is directly hitting Minnesota families,” said Kupec.…