Despite growing season challenges, farmers are feeling more optimistic as the crop moves towards maturity and goes in the bin. It was a delayed planting season for Rolla, North Dakota farmer Doyle Lentz. However, that delay may have saved some…

While the growing season has been wet in central North Dakota, farmers are squeezing some harvest in. At Dazey, North Dakota, barley harvest is underway for farmer Jim Broten. “We’ve had a lot of rain here, so it’s at best…

A foreign ministry spokesman voiced hope that the two sides can resolve their differences and find a deal that “mutually beneficial.” This is in contrast to the recent negative rhetoric. Trade negotiations between the U.S. and China are expected to…

Farmers should start receiving the first round of Market Facilitation Program payments very soon. According to USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator Richard Fordyce, the payment process began Wednesday for farmers with approved applications. “Over 200,000 applications have been received since…

Brock and Associates president Richard Brock says another big story at Dakotafest is farmers are still holding onto old crop corn. “I think that’s the number one fundamental in the corn market right now. As we go into the end…

Part of staying profitable means farmers need to take action marketing their crop. Advance Trading Director of Farmer Marketing Dave Fogel says the market doesn’t wait. Some farmers still have old crop in the grain bin. “The amount of overpriced…

A variable crop across South Dakota and the wet conditions are the story at Dakotafest. Hamill, South Dakota farmer Trent Kubik says the crop that’s in looks good. “Of course, we’re hearing confirmation from the Pro Farmer Crop Tour the…

In the most recent crop report, USDA forecast a record spring wheat crop for North Dakota. Diversified Services Marketing Group senior risk analyst Rich Morrison participated in the Ihry Insurance Pre-Harvest Marketing Meeting at Hillsboro and questioned that record forecast.…

A federal judge in Georgia has ruled the Waters of the United States rule violates the Clean Water Act. In the summary judgement, the court challenged the federal government’s jurisdiction over certain waters and tributaries. An injunction against the 2015…

NDFB has hired Becca Oase as its field representative in northwest North Dakota. Oase is a graduate of North Dakota State University and will be based at Stanton, North Dakota.

Hormel Foods reports third quarter net earnings of $199.4 million, down from $210.4 million in the same quarter one year ago. Earnings were in line with expectations. Hormel CEO Jim Snee said further volatility is expected in a rapidly changing…

North Dakota Department of Agriculture officials, along with North Dakota ethanol organizations and biofuel researchers, have completed the state’s first ethanol-focused trade mission. The trade delegation visited Brazil, with the goal of increasing North Dakota’s share of the country’s ethanol…

Despite growing season challenges, farmers are feeling more optimistic as the crop moves towards maturity and goes in the bin. It was a delayed planting season for Rolla, North Dakota farmer Doyle Lentz. However, that delay may have saved some…

While the growing season has been wet in central North Dakota, farmers are squeezing some harvest in. At Dazey, North Dakota, barley harvest is underway for farmer Jim Broten. “We’ve had a lot of rain here, so it’s at best…

In the most recent crop report, USDA forecast a record spring wheat crop for North Dakota. Diversified Services Marketing Group senior risk analyst Rich Morrison participated in the Ihry Insurance Pre-Harvest Marketing Meeting at Hillsboro and questioned that record forecast.…

North Dakota Department of Agriculture officials, along with North Dakota ethanol organizations and biofuel researchers, have completed the state’s first ethanol-focused trade mission. The trade delegation visited Brazil, with the goal of increasing North Dakota’s share of the country’s ethanol…

Farmers should start receiving the first round of Market Facilitation Program payments very soon. According to USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator Richard Fordyce, the payment process began Wednesday for farmers with approved applications. “Over 200,000 applications have been received since…

Brock and Associates president Richard Brock says another big story at Dakotafest is farmers are still holding onto old crop corn. “I think that’s the number one fundamental in the corn market right now. As we go into the end…

Part of staying profitable means farmers need to take action marketing their crop. Advance Trading Director of Farmer Marketing Dave Fogel says the market doesn’t wait. Some farmers still have old crop in the grain bin. “The amount of overpriced…

In the aftermath of the fire at the Tyson beef plant in Kansas, the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association is urging USDA and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to watch for any market manipulation. In a letter to Administration leaders, NDSA…

On the first day of the Pro Farmer Midwest Crop Tour, crop scouts surveyed fields in southeast South Dakota. Tour lead Jeff Wilson said it was challenging to get enough quality samples. In his words, South Dakota is a mess.…

In the most recent crop report, USDA forecast a record spring wheat crop for North Dakota. Diversified Services Marketing Group senior risk analyst Rich Morrison participated in the Ihry Insurance Pre-Harvest Marketing Meeting at Hillsboro and questioned that record forecast.…

NDFB has hired Becca Oase as its field representative in northwest North Dakota. Oase is a graduate of North Dakota State University and will be based at Stanton, North Dakota.

North Dakota Department of Agriculture officials, along with North Dakota ethanol organizations and biofuel researchers, have completed the state’s first ethanol-focused trade mission. The trade delegation visited Brazil, with the goal of increasing North Dakota’s share of the country’s ethanol…

The FairStalk will be debuted at this year’s Minnesota State Fair. Learn more from Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council chairman Scott Winslow in this edition of Corn Matters.

Del Monte Foods is closing down its pea and corn plant at Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. Del Monte’s parent company, which is based in Singapore, is also permanently closing facilities in Illinois, Wisconsin and Texas. Del Monte has been operating the…

For certain Farm Service Agency services, farmers can now use paperless payment options like a debit card. “We’re doing it for farm loan repayment, for measurement service, for farm debt repayment; if they’re purchasing aerial photography, they can also use…

POET plans to shut down its ethanol plant in Cloverdale, Indiana, blaming the recent Trump Administration decision to grant additional small refinery waivers. POET has reduced production at half of its biorefineries, with the largest cuts taking place in Iowa…

Despite growing season challenges, farmers are feeling more optimistic as the crop moves towards maturity and goes in the bin. It was a delayed planting season for Rolla, North Dakota farmer Doyle Lentz. However, that delay may have saved some…

While the growing season has been wet in central North Dakota, farmers are squeezing some harvest in. At Dazey, North Dakota, barley harvest is underway for farmer Jim Broten. “We’ve had a lot of rain here, so it’s at best…

It’s been a good year for growing garlic. Hear more from McCluksy, North Dakota farmer Roberta Hunt in the latest North Dakota Farmers Markets and Growers Association update.

Farmers should start receiving the first round of Market Facilitation Program payments very soon. According to USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator Richard Fordyce, the payment process began Wednesday for farmers with approved applications. “Over 200,000 applications have been received since…

Brock and Associates president Richard Brock says another big story at Dakotafest is farmers are still holding onto old crop corn. “I think that’s the number one fundamental in the corn market right now. As we go into the end…

Part of staying profitable means farmers need to take action marketing their crop. Advance Trading Director of Farmer Marketing Dave Fogel says the market doesn’t wait. Some farmers still have old crop in the grain bin. “The amount of overpriced…

While the majority of South Dakota farmers can’t grow hemp yet, the crop is the focus of a panel discussion at Dakotafest. The panelists discussed a summer study and how hemp progression is going in Minnesota. IDeaAg Group Sales Director…

At this year’s Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota Beef will link healthy living to eating beef. Learn more from Minnesota Beef Council inter Alyssa Groskopf in this week’s Minnesota Beef update.

In the aftermath of the fire at the Tyson beef plant in Kansas, the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association is urging USDA and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to watch for any market manipulation. In a letter to Administration leaders, NDSA…

Elanco Animal Health has an agreement to acquire Bayer Animal Health. This deal, which still needs regulatory approval, is valued at $7.6 billion.

Nationwide, nearly 17,000 dairy farms have signed up for USDA’s new Dairy Margin Coverage program. Nearly 70 percent of Wisconsin’s dairy farms have enrolled, which is the most for any state. Minnesota is second with nearly 64 percent participation. Nearly…

South central North Dakota has been the recipient of plentiful rains this summer. Linton, North Dakota farmer Tom Bernhardt says it’s not very often that excellent crop conditions and green grass continue in August. “The amount of bales in some…

Tyson Foods says it is working as quickly as possible to get its Holcomb, Kansas beef processing plant back online after fire caused major damage. Communications director Liz Cromston says Tyson is still assessing the damage. “There was quite a…

Much of the corn silage crop is behind schedule this year. The late crop, coupled with concerns of an early frost, could shorten the growing season. Mycogen Seeds Commercial Agronomist Jon Erickson says farmers should closely watch Growing Degree Units.…

A federal judge in Georgia has ruled the Waters of the United States rule violates the Clean Water Act. In the summary judgement, the court challenged the federal government’s jurisdiction over certain waters and tributaries. An injunction against the 2015…

Hormel Foods reports third quarter net earnings of $199.4 million, down from $210.4 million in the same quarter one year ago. Earnings were in line with expectations. Hormel CEO Jim Snee said further volatility is expected in a rapidly changing…

A foreign ministry spokesman voiced hope that the two sides can resolve their differences and find a deal that “mutually beneficial.” This is in contrast to the recent negative rhetoric. Trade negotiations between the U.S. and China are expected to…

Canola growers have responded to the recent decision by the Environmental Protection Agency in granting 31 small refinery waivers. Hear more from Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman in the latest Canola Minute.

President Donald Trump is defending his approach to China and trade. In a White House briefing, Trump said he is willing to risk a short-term recession due to a trade war. “China has been ripping this country off for 25…

POET plans to shut down its ethanol plant in Cloverdale, Indiana, blaming the recent Trump Administration decision to grant additional small refinery waivers. POET has reduced production at half of its biorefineries, with the largest cuts taking place in Iowa…

According a Reuters report, President Donald Trump had a two-hour meeting with members of his cabinet this past week to discuss small refinery waivers and agriculture. Corn farmers and the ethanol industry are upset with the EPA decision to exempt…