Nearly all of the crop is planted in the Wyndmere, North Dakota area in the southeastern corner of the state. After two-to-four inches of rain this past week, Carson Klosterman says the focus now shifts to post-emergence weed control. “There were…

The House Rules Committee kicked off its hearing on the budget reconciliation bill at one o’clock in the morning and met for more than 20 hours debating its merits. Once passed at that level, the bill went to the floor…

According to CattleFax Chief Executive Officer Randy Blach, fed cattle supplies remain tight. “We’ve got more hooks than we have cattle to fill those hooks. And we see that not only at the fed cattle level, but we see it at…

A newly released study shows avian metapneumovirus caused more damage to Minnesota’s turkey industry in 2024 than the high-profile avian influenza outbreak. “Nearly double the amount of birds were lost to avian metapneumovirus than there were to highly pathogenic avian…

House Republicans passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” early Thursday by a narrow 215-214 vote, moving forward a broad legislative package tied to President Trump’s policy agenda. The bill includes tax cut extensions, increased border and defense spending, stricter…

The budget reconciliation bill includes provisions for agriculture, including a ten-to-20 percent increase in reference prices. It does not include many policy issues, including a legislative fix to California’s Prop 12. House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson says he…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has rolled out the first policy proposals under her new Make Agriculture Great Again initiative. This plan focuses on small family farms. The ten-point agenda include the use of simple, streamlined and transparent USDA tools; reliable…

Ahead of the release of the Make America Healthy Again Report, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee. Kennedy was asked about his research priorities. “I woulda want to look at the microbiomes…

Nearly all of the crop is planted in the Wyndmere, North Dakota area in the southeastern corner of the state. After two-to-four inches of rain this past week, Carson Klosterman says the focus now shifts to post-emergence weed control. “There were…

The budget reconciliation bill passed by the House includes nearly $300 billion in cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Dan Narr is the executive director of the ICA Food Shelf in the Twin Cities and describes these cuts as…

Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman says the proposed changes in the 45Z tax credit are positive news for the canola industry. Coleman calls it ‘a game-changer.’ Listen to the Canola Minute by clicking here.   

The House Rules Committee kicked off its hearing on the budget reconciliation bill at one o’clock in the morning and met for more than 20 hours debating its merits. Once passed at that level, the bill went to the floor…

According to CattleFax Chief Executive Officer Randy Blach, fed cattle supplies remain tight. “We’ve got more hooks than we have cattle to fill those hooks. And we see that not only at the fed cattle level, but we see it at…

In the latest Dry Bean Scene, NDSU Plant Pathologist Sam Markell talks about what growers should be looking for early in the season. Click here.

According to CattleFax Chief Executive Officer Randy Blach, fed cattle supplies remain tight. “We’ve got more hooks than we have cattle to fill those hooks. And we see that not only at the fed cattle level, but we see it at…

In today’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management owner Randy Martinson cites the hog market as one of the stronger aspects of the market. “The front months are trading up over $100 now.”…

In South Dakota Corn Comments, Danita Murray, executive director of South Dakota Corn, discusses a recent negotiation between India and the U.S. Murray said a promise by India to work on issues, such as the importation of biotech corn, is…

Tariff exchanges between the U.S. and trade partners have made a significant mark on the commodities markets, and in some cases, agreements to negotiate have been made. But, as some NDSU economists are saying, an agreement to negotiate is not…

Even with the 90-day de-escalation of tariffs between China and the U.S., U.S. meat exports to China have ground to a halt.  “In the case then of China, that’s our third best customer, and we now are sending them no…

As the U.S. and UK officials finalize their trade deal, England is still refusing to let American beef treated with growth promotants into its market. During a news conference in London, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said she is incredibly proud…

Days after agreeing to lower tariffs on U.S. products, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized President Trump’s trade policy, claiming that it would backfire and that there were no winners in trade wars. In a speech, Xi said bullying only leads…

The budget reconciliation bill passed by the House includes nearly $300 billion in cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Dan Narr is the executive director of the ICA Food Shelf in the Twin Cities and describes these cuts as…

Crop nutrition is not a one-size-fits-all effort. Earlier this month, Darren Dillenbeck joined BW Fusion as its CEO. Most recently, Dillenbeck was president of FMC North America. In an interview with RRFN, Dillenbeck said BW Fusion hopes to capitalize on…

In the Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist Kristie Sundeen said waterhemp and kochia continue to be a problem, making pre’s a must. A reminder for canola growers, crucifer and stripe leaf beetles have already been seen. Click here to…

Farms hired 637,000 workers during the first full week of April. That’s up three percent from the same week in 2024. According to a new USDA report on farm labor, farmers paid their workers an average gross wage of $19.52…

Syngenta has opened its new state-of-the-art biologicals production facility in South Carolina. Company officials said the new site will help Syngenta meet current and future demand in the biostimulant market.

The Senate Agriculture Committee has advanced the nominations of Luke Lindberg to be USDA’s undersecretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs and Devon Westhill to be the assistant secretary for civil rights. Lindberg is a South Dakota native and served…

Minnesota Farm Bureau Promotion and Education Committee Chair Tiffany Kobbermann has details on a social media photo contest. You can hear the update here. 

Nearly all of the crop is planted in the Wyndmere, North Dakota area in the southeastern corner of the state. After two-to-four inches of rain this past week, Carson Klosterman says the focus now shifts to post-emergence weed control. “There were…

In the latest Dry Bean Scene, NDSU Plant Pathologist Sam Markell talks about what growers should be looking for early in the season. Click here.

Crop nutrition is not a one-size-fits-all effort. Earlier this month, Darren Dillenbeck joined BW Fusion as its CEO. Most recently, Dillenbeck was president of FMC North America. In an interview with RRFN, Dillenbeck said BW Fusion hopes to capitalize on…

Extreme weather swings have not derailed early crop progress in west central Minnesota. Peterson Farm Seeds Lead Agronomist Rick Swenson reported from near Fergus Falls, saying the cold snap largely spared crops from frost damage. “I was a little worried…

In the Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist Kristie Sundeen said waterhemp and kochia continue to be a problem, making pre’s a must. A reminder for canola growers, crucifer and stripe leaf beetles have already been seen. Click here to…

According to the just-released NDSU Crop and Pest Report, cutworms have been reported in southwestern North Dakota feeding on canola. With warm weather on the way, cutworms are expected to be more active. Scouting is recommended. When spraying insecticides for…

At East Grand Forks, Rhonda Larson had her wheat, sugarbeets, and most of the corn planted before the recent wet weather. Once the fields dry, weed control will be on the chore list. “Yeah, it’s kinda funny. We didn’t see a…

According to CattleFax Chief Executive Officer Randy Blach, fed cattle supplies remain tight. “We’ve got more hooks than we have cattle to fill those hooks. And we see that not only at the fed cattle level, but we see it at…

Crop nutrition is not a one-size-fits-all effort. Earlier this month, Darren Dillenbeck joined BW Fusion as its CEO. Most recently, Dillenbeck was president of FMC North America. In an interview with RRFN, Dillenbeck said BW Fusion hopes to capitalize on…

Senator John Hoeven used a Senate Agriculture Committee hearing this week to push for stronger cattle market protections and expanded trade opportunities. Hoeven emphasized full enforcement of the Packers and Stockyards Act and highlighted the success of his Cattle Contract…

U.S. milk production rose 1.5 percent in April. In South Dakota, milk output rose 9.2 percent from one year ago. South Dakota dairy farmers added 16,000 dairy cows to the state herd in the past year. Minnesota milk production increased…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council CEO Kelly Schmidt discusses their participation in the Urban Ag Day. Click here. 

Cattle markets are surging with record-high prices reported at local auction barns. Brad Thelen, owner, Long Prairie Livestock, says demand is strong across all classes, including dairy, beef, and crossbred calves. Holstein springers are topping out at $3,850, with baby…

Even with the 90-day de-escalation of tariffs between China and the U.S., U.S. meat exports to China have ground to a halt.  “In the case then of China, that’s our third best customer, and we now are sending them no…

Ahead of the release of the Make America Healthy Again Report, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee. Kennedy was asked about his research priorities. “I woulda want to look at the microbiomes…

The budget reconciliation bill passed by the House includes nearly $300 billion in cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Dan Narr is the executive director of the ICA Food Shelf in the Twin Cities and describes these cuts as…

The House Rules Committee kicked off its hearing on the budget reconciliation bill at one o’clock in the morning and met for more than 20 hours debating its merits. Once passed at that level, the bill went to the floor…

Senator John Hoeven used a Senate Agriculture Committee hearing this week to push for stronger cattle market protections and expanded trade opportunities. Hoeven emphasized full enforcement of the Packers and Stockyards Act and highlighted the success of his Cattle Contract…

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says the proposed reference price changes in the House budget reconciliation bill are a step forward, but may fall short in addressing the inflation experienced since the passage of the 2018 farm bill. While calling the…

House Republicans passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” early Thursday by a narrow 215-214 vote, moving forward a broad legislative package tied to President Trump’s policy agenda. The bill includes tax cut extensions, increased border and defense spending, stricter…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is partnering with the Red River Farm Network and the Linder Farm Network to provide information on soil health events and topics. This week, Jen Schaus, environmental outreach coordinator, MDA, talks about continuous living crop…