For a second straight year, President Donald Trump paid a visit the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention. He didn’t waste any time, using the early parts of the address to promote border security. Throughout the hour-long speech, Trump called on…

Delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention finalized policy priorities for the year ahead. Farm Bureau is urging the Trump Administration and Congress to work together to end the government shutdown. AFBF Vice President Scott VanderWal, who farms at…

USDA Farm Service Agency offices will temporarily reopen during normal business hours January 17, 18 and 22. Services will be limited, with most of the focus on existing farm loans to ensure farmers and ranchers can access 1099 tax documents.…

Before the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, Val Wagner submitted comments through Farm Bureau about the impacts of overregulation on the future profitability of agriculture in North Dakota. Just three days prior, Wagner received a call from the White House,…

Having the attention of the president for two straight years is a huge accomplishment. That thought comes from South Dakota Farm Bureau executive director Krystal Smit. “I think it is incredibly exciting that we as an organization brought enough attention…

President Donald Trump is set to address the nation’s largest farm organization just before noon today. “Obviously we’ll hear about current issues like border security, but I hope he’ll also talk about farm bill implementation,” says AFBF Vice President Scott…

During Friday’s National Potato Council annual meeting, Executive Vice-President John Keeling told farmer directors a school breakfast amendment included in the House FY19 agriculture appropriations bill may not survive if there is an omnibus spending bill passed. Keeling explained to…

During the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, Cottonwood, Minnesota farmer Carolyn Olson shared her expertise in organic crop farming. Olson sees potential for market growth. “There’s everything from vegetables and row crops to livestock that are being raised in the…

Karlstad, Minnesota seed potato grower Justin Dagen received the Gold Potato Award for leadership following the National Potato Council’s annual meeting. The award is given based on a grower’s dedication to the industry and participation in the NPC. Dagen has…

For a second straight year, President Donald Trump paid a visit the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention. He didn’t waste any time, using the early parts of the address to promote border security. Throughout the hour-long speech, Trump called on…

Delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention finalized policy priorities for the year ahead. Farm Bureau is urging the Trump Administration and Congress to work together to end the government shutdown. AFBF Vice President Scott VanderWal, who farms at…

In this week’s Corn Matters, Minnesota Corn Growers Association Public Relations Manager Brent Renneke highlights the MN Ag Expo, January 23 and 24 in Mankato. Listen for more.

Scott Sanders has been named general manager of Peterson Farms Seed. The role is new for company, and Sanders is responsible for oversight of day-to-day business operations. Sanders is the formerly served as the director of business development for Peterson…

Leaders in soil health received “Seeds of Change” awards at the 2019 Soil Health Partnership Summit in St. Louis. Buffalo Lake, Minnesota farmer Brian Ryberg was one of five award recipients, receiving the “Super Sprout” award for advocating cover crops.

Indigo, which uses satellite technology to make its crop production estimate, is calling for a significant downturn in the condition of Brazil’s soybean and corn crops. Indigo is forecasting at 113.2 million ton soybean crop and an 89.6 million ton…

The Red River Farm Network has teamed up with AgCountry Farm Credit Services in a podcast series called Rural Perspectives. At the end of the winter season, the U.S. soybean shipping typically comes to a close. At the same time…

The markets continue to wait on fresh news. To break out of current trading ranges, there needs to be better confirmation from the U.S. and China trade talks. That’s according to Stewart-Peterson Senior Market Advisor Naomi Blohm. “In the short…

The timeline for the next round of U.S.-China trade talks is now known. Chinese Vice Premier Liu He will meet with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin January 30-31. This follows this past week’s mid-level trade…

The U.S. potato industry is focused on strengthening market access with Mexico going into 2019. Steel and aluminum retaliatory tariffs are impacting U.S. frozen potato products. National Potato Council Vice-President of Public Policy Kam Quarles says the 20 percent duty…

United Potato Growers of America CEO Mark Klompien says there are fewer fresh red potatoes shipments in the U.S. for 2018 compared to the previous growing season. Red prices are stable. “More areas are shipping reds and yellow potatoes, doing…

The U.S. trade war with China has not impacted the specialty food-grade soybean business. Midwest Shippers Association President and CEO Bruce Abbe says Japan, Korea and Taiwan are important markets. “Most of our member companies are looking for more acres;…

Karlstad, Minnesota seed potato grower Justin Dagen received the Gold Potato Award for leadership following the National Potato Council’s annual meeting. The award is given based on a grower’s dedication to the industry and participation in the NPC. Dagen has…

Scott Sanders has been named general manager of Peterson Farms Seed. The role is new for company, and Sanders is responsible for oversight of day-to-day business operations. Sanders is the formerly served as the director of business development for Peterson…

Leaders in soil health received “Seeds of Change” awards at the 2019 Soil Health Partnership Summit in St. Louis. Buffalo Lake, Minnesota farmer Brian Ryberg was one of five award recipients, receiving the “Super Sprout” award for advocating cover crops.

Speaking at the Crop Insurance Conference in Fargo, University of Nebraska – Lincoln Extension policy specialist Brad Lubben says farmers are facing a farm bill enrollment decision very soon. “There are still ARC and PLC programs in the farm bill. When…

USDA Farm Service Agency offices will temporarily reopen during normal business hours January 17, 18 and 22. Services will be limited, with most of the focus on existing farm loans to ensure farmers and ranchers can access 1099 tax documents.…

Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Paap was reelected to a two-year term on the American Farm Bureau Federation Board of Directors. This will be the eighth year serving on the board for the Garden City, Minnesota farmer.

Leah Halverson has launched Ten Acre Marketing, based in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Ten Acre Marketing will support companies involved in the field-to-plate journey through brand development, strategic marketing planning, creative and digital development, social media management, public relations and…

During the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, Cottonwood, Minnesota farmer Carolyn Olson shared her expertise in organic crop farming. Olson sees potential for market growth. “There’s everything from vegetables and row crops to livestock that are being raised in the…

In this week’s Corn Matters, Minnesota Corn Growers Association Public Relations Manager Brent Renneke highlights the MN Ag Expo, January 23 and 24 in Mankato. Listen for more.

Leaders in soil health received “Seeds of Change” awards at the 2019 Soil Health Partnership Summit in St. Louis. Buffalo Lake, Minnesota farmer Brian Ryberg was one of five award recipients, receiving the “Super Sprout” award for advocating cover crops.

Speaking at the Crop Insurance Conference in Fargo, University of Nebraska – Lincoln Extension policy specialist Brad Lubben says farmers are facing a farm bill enrollment decision very soon. “There are still ARC and PLC programs in the farm bill. When…

The government shutdown is still top-of-mind. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley told reporters there are people in the Office of Management and Budget trying to find a way to keep as many government services as possible. “They’re making a real determined…

The Executive Vice President and CEO of the National Potato Council John Keeling is the 2018 Potato Man for All Seasons. NPC members nominated Keeling for the award. The award was given following the NPC annual meeting. Keeling will retire…

Minnesota farmers are learning more about spring wheat varieties, high yielding soybean production and more during small grain update meetings this week. Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers and the Minnesota Wheat Research and Promotion Council Executive Director Dave Torgerson says…

A new National Swine Disease Council has been created to reduce the risk of foreign animal disease. This council includes representatives of the National Pork Board, National Pork Producers Council, the Swine Health Information Center, the American Association of Swine…

NDFB and the Ramsey County Farm Bureau have filed a lawsuit against Grant Harbor Township. The farm groups claim the township has gone beyond the limits of the law with denial of a hog barn building permit near Devils Lake,…

The Food Safety Modernization Act requires that certain grain and feed facilities have a written food safety plan and hazard analysis. The documents must be prepared by a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual, or PCQI. To meet requirements, Northern Crops Institute…

Twenty-eighteen brought a mixed bag of weather. Depending upon the location, cattle producers across North Dakota experienced either wet or dry conditions. Karl Hoppe, a livestock specialist at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center, says those conditions resulted in feed…

James Wenning of Beulah, North Dakota is the new deputy brand inspector for the North Dakota Stockman’s Association. Wenning’s main duties include investigating livestock cries, inspecting livestock and registered feedlots and oversight of local brand inspectors.

United Potato Growers of America CEO Mark Klompien says there are fewer fresh red potatoes shipments in the U.S. for 2018 compared to the previous growing season. Red prices are stable. “More areas are shipping reds and yellow potatoes, doing…

The Minnesota Beef Update is a production of the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association. This week, hear from MSCA’s Ashley Kohls about the Beef Quality Assurance program.

For a second straight year, President Donald Trump paid a visit the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention. He didn’t waste any time, using the early parts of the address to promote border security. Throughout the hour-long speech, Trump called on…

Delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention finalized policy priorities for the year ahead. Farm Bureau is urging the Trump Administration and Congress to work together to end the government shutdown. AFBF Vice President Scott VanderWal, who farms at…

In this week’s Corn Matters, Minnesota Corn Growers Association Public Relations Manager Brent Renneke highlights the MN Ag Expo, January 23 and 24 in Mankato. Listen for more.

The government shutdown is still top-of-mind. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley told reporters there are people in the Office of Management and Budget trying to find a way to keep as many government services as possible. “They’re making a real determined…

Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Paap was reelected to a two-year term on the American Farm Bureau Federation Board of Directors. This will be the eighth year serving on the board for the Garden City, Minnesota farmer.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has moved a few programs from the Department of Agriculture to the Governor’s Office of Economic Development. That includes the Value-Added Finance Authority, the Farm Link program, the South Dakota Certified Beef Program and the…

NDFB and the Ramsey County Farm Bureau have filed a lawsuit against Grant Harbor Township. The farm groups claim the township has gone beyond the limits of the law with denial of a hog barn building permit near Devils Lake,…