Agriculture is still waiting to hear more about the future of dicamba use. The Environmental Protection Agency hasn’t announced a decision on registration for 2019. If renewed, the product label could change. Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Director of Pesticide and…

The Trump Administration will implement 10 percent tariffs on another $200 billion in Chinese products, taking effect next Monday. University of Missouri’s Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute Director Pat Westhoff says the U.S. – China tit-for-tat trade dispute sends…

There is optimism about the American Crystal Sugar Company sugarbeet crop. “Pre-pile is going very well,” said Lynn Dusek, sales manager, Betaseed. “Sugar content has been very high, reflecting the dy weather we’ve had. Tons may be down slightly, but…

The lack of an export market out of the Pacific Northwest is causing soybean basis levels in the Northern Plains to widen to $1.50 to $1.70 under November futures.  North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Executive Vice President Stu Letcher says…

Looking into the fall and winter months, AgResource Company President Dan Basse is optimistic about the cash cattle market. There may be a couple marketing opportunities for producers. “Kills should be coming down as we look at September and head…

Chopping of corn silage is progressing in southwestern Minnesota. Beaver Creek farmer and rancher Pete Bakken says the results were surprising for the area. Given the amount of heat and moisture, tonnage fell a bit short, but yield was good.…

Grain elevators are preparing for storage shortages due a large crop and lack of demand. Minnesota Grain and Feed Association Executive Director Bob Zelenka says it will take time to straighten things out. “If they do, we have to get…

With Minnesota Deputy Agriculture Commissioner Matt Wolman taking a job in the private sector, changes are happening at the State Agriculture Department. Andrea Vaubel transitions from the assistant commissioner job to deputy commissioner. Whitney Place, who has been the MDA’s…

Wet weather continues to hamper pre-pile harvest for Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative. Vice President of Agriculture Todd Geselius says so far, the crop is a little disappointing. “The numbers don’t look so great right now, but I think they’re going…

ProFarmer Canada President Mike Jubinville says the September StatsCan production report could be more accurate with what’s actually out in the field.“Canola, for instance, instead of a 19.1 million tonne crop, now it’s 21 million tonnes. It’s almost two million…

Statistics Canada released a model-based crop production estimate for this year’s crop placing spring wheat production at 22.9 million metric tons. That’s a slight increase from one year ago. It’s also higher than the August survey-based estimate. All wheat production…

In North Carolina, Sanderson Farms says flooding from hurricane Florence has resulted in the loss of about 1.7 million broiler chickens. In a statement, the company said about 30 farms housing more than 200,000 chickens each are isolated by floodwaters…

According to a Reuters report, the start of a second round of trade talks between Japan and the United States will be delayed until after the most recent tariffs imposed on China by the U.S. are implemented on September 24th.…

China announced retaliatory tariffs of 5 to 10 percent against $60 billion worth of U.S. products. Making the list are meat products like lamb, salted beef and pig casings and hind legs. The U.S. Meat Export Federation’s Vice-President of Communications…

ProFarmer Canada President Mike Jubinville says the September StatsCan production report could be more accurate with what’s actually out in the field.“Canola, for instance, instead of a 19.1 million tonne crop, now it’s 21 million tonnes. It’s almost two million…

Statistics Canada released a model-based crop production estimate for this year’s crop placing spring wheat production at 22.9 million metric tons. That’s a slight increase from one year ago. It’s also higher than the August survey-based estimate. All wheat production…

The Trump Administration will implement 10 percent tariffs on another $200 billion in Chinese products, taking effect next Monday. University of Missouri’s Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute Director Pat Westhoff says the U.S. – China tit-for-tat trade dispute sends…

Informa Economics is forecasting 2019 corn acreage of 93 million acres. That would be an increase of more than four million acres from this year. Using a yield of 178 bushels per acre, Informa estimates 2019 corn production at 15.2…

Canada’s canola carryover stocks will apparently be much tighter than originally thought. In a new report from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, ending stocks for the current marketing year are now forecast at 1.2 million metric tons. That’s down a full…

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley met with the U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer on Monday, September 17. Grassley says the U.S. and Canada are working through issues in the updated North American Free Trade Agreement. “We talked a lot about agriculture.…

In its quarterly update, Farmer Mac offers cautious optimism for the corn market. Compared to last year, this report says there are 1.5 million more animals on feed this year. Ethanol demand is also expected to promote corn usage. Regarding…

The National Corn Growers Association has new leadership. Recently named CEO Jon Doggett tells RRFN his vision for the future of the organization is getting back to the basics. “We need to do fewer programs and fewer activities, but do…

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has approved the nomination of Kip Tom as the U.S. representative to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture. Tom farms in Indiana and was a member of the Trump Agriculture Advisory Committee during…

The former president and CEO of Bayer CropScience will take over as the chief executive officer for Minneapolis-based Calyxt. Jim Blome’s first day on the job is October 1. Previously, Blome held executive positions at Valent and Agriliance. Calyst is…

North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring was elected Vice President of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture. In a statement, Goehring said he is “looking forward to working alongside the team to set priorities and move important policies…

Executive Vice President of Osborn Barr Neil Caskey is the new National Corn Growers Association Vice President of Communications. Caskey previously served as Special Assistant to the CEO and Director of Industry and Public Relations for the American Soybean Association.…

Grain elevators are preparing for storage shortages due a large crop and lack of demand. Minnesota Grain and Feed Association Executive Director Bob Zelenka says it will take time to straighten things out. “If they do, we have to get…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for Agricultural Growth, Research and Innovation grants. AGRI Sustainable Agriculture Demonstration grants provide funding for projects that explore new ways to conserve natural resources, enhance farm profitability and increase energy efficiency. In…

Wet weather continues to hamper pre-pile harvest for Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative. Vice President of Agriculture Todd Geselius says so far, the crop is a little disappointing. “The numbers don’t look so great right now, but I think they’re going…

ProFarmer Canada President Mike Jubinville says the September StatsCan production report could be more accurate with what’s actually out in the field.“Canola, for instance, instead of a 19.1 million tonne crop, now it’s 21 million tonnes. It’s almost two million…

Statistics Canada released a model-based crop production estimate for this year’s crop placing spring wheat production at 22.9 million metric tons. That’s a slight increase from one year ago. It’s also higher than the August survey-based estimate. All wheat production…

Agriculture is still waiting to hear more about the future of dicamba use. The Environmental Protection Agency hasn’t announced a decision on registration for 2019. If renewed, the product label could change. Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Director of Pesticide and…

The Trump Administration will implement 10 percent tariffs on another $200 billion in Chinese products, taking effect next Monday. University of Missouri’s Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute Director Pat Westhoff says the U.S. – China tit-for-tat trade dispute sends…

Informa Economics is forecasting 2019 corn acreage of 93 million acres. That would be an increase of more than four million acres from this year. Using a yield of 178 bushels per acre, Informa estimates 2019 corn production at 15.2…

There is optimism about the American Crystal Sugar Company sugarbeet crop. “Pre-pile is going very well,” said Lynn Dusek, sales manager, Betaseed. “Sugar content has been very high, reflecting the dy weather we’ve had. Tons may be down slightly, but…

In North Carolina, Sanderson Farms says flooding from hurricane Florence has resulted in the loss of about 1.7 million broiler chickens. In a statement, the company said about 30 farms housing more than 200,000 chickens each are isolated by floodwaters…

China announced retaliatory tariffs of 5 to 10 percent against $60 billion worth of U.S. products. Making the list are meat products like lamb, salted beef and pig casings and hind legs. The U.S. Meat Export Federation’s Vice-President of Communications…

In preparation for the the fall cattle run, there were initial concerns about a potential lack of feed base. North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Environmental Services Director Scott Ressler says those concerns have diminished. “It certainly looks like enough feed base…

Looking into the fall and winter months, AgResource Company President Dan Basse is optimistic about the cash cattle market. There may be a couple marketing opportunities for producers. “Kills should be coming down as we look at September and head…

Over the weekend, North Dakota Stockmen’s Association members set policy priorities, elected directors and officers and gained industry knowledge. The adoption of policies will also be factored into preparing for the 2019 Legislative Session. “The association is hoping to change…

Arlyn and Sourey Schmidt of Crystal Springs have been named the Rancher of the Year by the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association. The 7N Ranch raises Simmental and Red Angus cattle and have been NDSA members for 46 years.

During the opening session of the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Convention, ranchers heard about positioning for success in an economic reset. Virginia Tech agricultural economist Dr. David Kohl says “beef producers are weathering tough times better than anyone else.” While…

With Minnesota Deputy Agriculture Commissioner Matt Wolman taking a job in the private sector, changes are happening at the State Agriculture Department. Andrea Vaubel transitions from the assistant commissioner job to deputy commissioner. Whitney Place, who has been the MDA’s…

According to a Reuters report, the start of a second round of trade talks between Japan and the United States will be delayed until after the most recent tariffs imposed on China by the U.S. are implemented on September 24th.…

The National Corn Growers Association has new leadership. Recently named CEO Jon Doggett tells RRFN his vision for the future of the organization is getting back to the basics. “We need to do fewer programs and fewer activities, but do…

The Trump Administration will implement 10 percent tariffs on another $200 billion in Chinese products, taking effect next Monday. University of Missouri’s Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute Director Pat Westhoff says the U.S. – China tit-for-tat trade dispute sends…

USDA Undersecretary Greg Ibach has announced the investment of nearly $103 million to expand markets for local food promotion and specialty crops. Over $72 million of that total goes to state departments of agriculture for the Specialty Crop Block Grant…

More than 20 House members have signed off on a letter to EPA Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler, encouraging approval for the year-round use of E15. Minnesota Congressman Collin Peterson and South Dakota Congresswoman Kristi Noem lead the Biofuels Caucus and…

There are now 28 states that are not under the jurisdiction of the Waters of the United States rule. Due to a ruling in the U.S. District Court in Fargo, Iowa is the latest state to be granted an injunction.…