Congress is considering several options for delivering additional financial assistance to farmers before the end of the year. North Dakota Senator John Hoeven says lawmakers are weighing whether to include agricultural assistance in a budget reconciliation package or attach it…

Brazil’s national supply company, Conab, left its soybean production estimate unchanged at 181.6 million metric tons and corn production at 148 million metric tons. Soybean and Corn Advisor President Dr. Michael Cordonnier says planting is progressing, with recent rainfall helping…

House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson says he is open to delaying new state SNAP costs by two years, a change Democrats have been seeking. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman says negotiations are continuing, but several issues remain…

Farm income projections may look encouraging on paper, but government payments are providing a significant share of that financial support. Farm management analyst Kent Thiesse says government payments account for at least one-third of projected U.S. farm income, masking some…

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz may never return to the way it operated before the war with the United States and Israel. Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf told Al Jazeera that Iran and Oman have reached an understanding…

During his Senate Agriculture Committee confirmation hearing, Greg Ibach emphasized the importance of Canada and Mexico as markets for U.S. agricultural products. Ibach, who has been nominated for the USDA under secretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs post, said…

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt questions whether lawmakers will attempt to move the farm bill through a leadership package before the end of the year rather than following the regular legislative process. “They won’t do that unless they can fix…

The Minnesota Farmers Union is preparing for its annual convention November later this week in Minneapolis. Members will debate policy priorities affecting agriculture and rural communities. “Healthcare will be a big issue,” said Janet Kubat, communications director, MFU. “That always…

Election results may change who’s making decisions, but the priorities for Minnesota agriculture remain. Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Carolyn Olson says the organization is ready to work with newly elected and returning lawmakers. “Whether you lean left or…

Tight farm margins are prompting growers to take a closer look at their 2027 crop mix. FMC Retail Market Manager Sam Lockhart says corn acreage could remain relatively flat as farmers evaluate other options, including wheat, sunflowers, soybeans and dry…

Canola is attracting interest from farmers looking for additional crop rotation options, particularly on acres where soybean production has been challenging. BASF Agronomic Solutions Advisor Sara Swenson says some growers in northwest Minnesota are exploring canola as an alternative on…

Minnesota Corn Growers Association Market Development and Industry Relations Director Alex Trunnell talks about hosting buyers and feed managers from the South Korean feed industry in this Corn Matters episode. Listen. 

In the Dry Bean Scene, Johnstown Bean Company General Manager Dylan Karley offers a recap of the 2026 dry edible bean crop. Click here.

Congress is considering several options for delivering additional financial assistance to farmers before the end of the year. North Dakota Senator John Hoeven says lawmakers are weighing whether to include agricultural assistance in a budget reconciliation package or attach it…

Tight farm margins are prompting growers to take a closer look at their 2027 crop mix. FMC Retail Market Manager Sam Lockhart says corn acreage could remain relatively flat as farmers evaluate other options, including wheat, sunflowers, soybeans and dry…

Minnesota Corn Growers Association Market Development and Industry Relations Director Alex Trunnell talks about hosting buyers and feed managers from the South Korean feed industry in this Corn Matters episode. Listen. 

Farmers holding onto corn in hopes of a price recovery may have a difficult road ahead. University of Minnesota Extension Economist Ed Usset says many farmers remain discouraged by the September and October price action. December corn had its strongest…

Brazil’s national supply company, Conab, left its soybean production estimate unchanged at 181.6 million metric tons and corn production at 148 million metric tons. Soybean and Corn Advisor President Dr. Michael Cordonnier says planting is progressing, with recent rainfall helping…

AgDairy hedging specialist Robin Schmahl says strong beef on dairy income has encouraged dairy farmers to expand their herds. “The income farmers have been getting from beef on dairy has allowed them to continue to expand and push milk production…

Diesel futures have seen some big price swings in recent weeks. North Star Commodity Managing Director Jason Ward says developments involving Iran and changing market sentiment are influencing the energy prices. Meanwhile, ethanol production is running near record levels, creating…

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz may never return to the way it operated before the war with the United States and Israel. Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf told Al Jazeera that Iran and Oman have reached an understanding…

The Minnesota Farmers Union is preparing for its annual convention November later this week in Minneapolis. Members will debate policy priorities affecting agriculture and rural communities. “Healthcare will be a big issue,” said Janet Kubat, communications director, MFU. “That always…

Election results may change who’s making decisions, but the priorities for Minnesota agriculture remain. Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Carolyn Olson says the organization is ready to work with newly elected and returning lawmakers. “Whether you lean left or…

Canola is attracting interest from farmers looking for additional crop rotation options, particularly on acres where soybean production has been challenging. BASF Agronomic Solutions Advisor Sara Swenson says some growers in northwest Minnesota are exploring canola as an alternative on…

Minnesota Corn Growers Association Market Development and Industry Relations Director Alex Trunnell talks about hosting buyers and feed managers from the South Korean feed industry in this Corn Matters episode. Listen. 

In the Dry Bean Scene, Johnstown Bean Company General Manager Dylan Karley offers a recap of the 2026 dry edible bean crop. Click here.

Jodi Boe has joined Agriso as a grower relations and agronomy specialist. Boe’s previous experience has been with GK Technology, AGVISE Laboratories and BASF. Boe was the North Dakota FFA president in 2011-2012.

Farmers aren’t just holding onto their tractors longer; they’re changing how they buy equipment. Greg ‘Machinery Pete’ Peterson says machinery prices have increased dramatically over the past five to six years, making new equipment increasingly difficult to justify. That shift…

Tight farm margins are prompting growers to take a closer look at their 2027 crop mix. FMC Retail Market Manager Sam Lockhart says corn acreage could remain relatively flat as farmers evaluate other options, including wheat, sunflowers, soybeans and dry…

Canola is attracting interest from farmers looking for additional crop rotation options, particularly on acres where soybean production has been challenging. BASF Agronomic Solutions Advisor Sara Swenson says some growers in northwest Minnesota are exploring canola as an alternative on…

Brazil’s national supply company, Conab, left its soybean production estimate unchanged at 181.6 million metric tons and corn production at 148 million metric tons. Soybean and Corn Advisor President Dr. Michael Cordonnier says planting is progressing, with recent rainfall helping…

The alfalfa seed supply is improving. Some varieties were in tight supply this past year, but production is now better positioned to meet demand. An update in the Midwest Forage Association newsletter said prices for elite alfalfa varieties is expected…

USDA’s state-by-state estimates showed mixed results across the Northern Plains. Minnesota’s corn yield increased nine bushels per acre from October to 204 bushels per acre. Soybean yields increased five bushels to 54 bushels per acre. North Dakota corn yields declined three…

In this week’s Dry Bean Scene, Hope, North Dakota farmer Tony Richards recaps the difficult growing season. Click here.

Harvest is nearing completion in southwestern Minnesota. Franklin farmer Brian Greenslit says corn and soybean yields have been above average. There’s still some corn out in the fields. “Quite a few of the elevators just got full and shut guys…

Winter feed costs can take a big bite out of cattle producers’ bottomline. NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist Karl Hoppe says one of the most overlooked opportunities to reduce expenses is limiting feed waste. “Cows are really good at wasting feed…

AgDairy hedging specialist Robin Schmahl says strong beef on dairy income has encouraged dairy farmers to expand their herds. “The income farmers have been getting from beef on dairy has allowed them to continue to expand and push milk production…

An abundant milk supply continues to challenge dairy markets, with increased production putting pressure on prices. Dairy market analyst Robin Schmahl says plentiful cheese and butter supplies have reduced buying urgency, making it difficult for prices to gain momentum. Export…

Tyson Foods plans to expand its Amarillo, Texas beef plant to a second production shift. This is part of a partnership with a group of ranchers called the Allied Beef Company. This second shift operation is already happening but will…

In the MN Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council CEO Kelly Schmidt offers information on how to learn more about the beef checkoff. Click here. 

The U.S. Meat Export Federation will present the Michael J. Mansfield Award to Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds for her promotion of trade opportunities. Steve Isaf, founder of Interra International, will receive the USMEF Distinguished Service Award. The awards will be…

President Trump’s decision this fall to import 300,000 metric tons of lean beef trimmings continues to cause heartburn in cattle country. Kansas State University agricultural economist Glynn Tonzer said this decision was actually a positive factor for cattle prices. “The…

The Minnesota Farmers Union is preparing for its annual convention November later this week in Minneapolis. Members will debate policy priorities affecting agriculture and rural communities. “Healthcare will be a big issue,” said Janet Kubat, communications director, MFU. “That always…

Congress is considering several options for delivering additional financial assistance to farmers before the end of the year. North Dakota Senator John Hoeven says lawmakers are weighing whether to include agricultural assistance in a budget reconciliation package or attach it…

In the North Dakota Legislature, Representative Robin Weisz of Hurdsfield is taking over as the new majority leader. Senator David Hogue of Minot was reelected. For the Democrats, Senator Jamie Selzler of Fargo was elected minority leader and Representative Austin…

House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson says he is open to delaying new state SNAP costs by two years, a change Democrats have been seeking. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman says negotiations are continuing, but several issues remain…

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz may never return to the way it operated before the war with the United States and Israel. Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf told Al Jazeera that Iran and Oman have reached an understanding…

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall is urging President Trump and Congress to work together on agricultural labor reform. Duvall says worker shortages continue to threaten the nation’s food supply, and farmers need a reliable workforce. Farm Bureau supports the…

During his Senate Agriculture Committee confirmation hearing, Greg Ibach emphasized the importance of Canada and Mexico as markets for U.S. agricultural products. Ibach, who has been nominated for the USDA under secretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs post, said…