Near Lankin, North Dakota, corn and soybean yields are coming in better than expected. Dale Zahradka’s soybean harvest is complete. “They were good. I would say they’re probably above average,” Zahradka said. “With the drought overall, we were quite pleased with…

Harvest is nearly complete in northwestern Minnesota, with crop yields exceeding expectations despite a dry growing season. Warroad-area farmer Drew Parsley said corn and soybean yields have been particularly strong. “Our yields, right around the edge of the lake here, are…

Regarding the new Harvest Fuel Relief program, North Dakota Senator John Hoeven says USDA plans to release commodity-specific payment rates in November for crops covered under Title I farm programs. The one-time payments will be based on planted acres, production costs,…

The Trump administration’s $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program will help farmers facing higher diesel costs, but the American Farm Bureau Federation says more assistance may be needed. AFBF Vice President of Public Policy and Economic Analysis John Newton said…

Oil shipments from the Persian Gulf region have climbed above levels seen before the war with Iran, despite continued attacks on tankers. According to shipping tracker, Kpler, Middle East oil flows averaged more than 24 million barrels a day last…

North Dakota farmers are being asked to be patient as USDA works out details of the new $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief program. North Dakota Farm Service Agency State Executive Director Brad Thykeson says the assistance is intended to help…

The Animal Agriculture Alliance is raising concerns about drones being used around livestock operations, bringing farm security and privacy into question. “We’re seeing activists fly these drones over properties to kind of surveil the land, get a layout, see where…

Despite hot, dry conditions during the growing season, Minn-Dak Farmers Cooperative Agronomist Paul Moffet says the sugarbeet campaign has gone well. “The tonnage that we’re bringing in is better than expected with the droughty conditions that we’ve had,” Moffet said. “It’s…

The 2026 sugarbeet harvest is nearly complete for American Crystal Sugar Company growers. “Good to get the beets in the pile,” said Harrison Weber, executive director, Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association. Warm temperatures forced daytime shutdowns during portions of the campaign,…

Near Lankin, North Dakota, corn and soybean yields are coming in better than expected. Dale Zahradka’s soybean harvest is complete. “They were good. I would say they’re probably above average,” Zahradka said. “With the drought overall, we were quite pleased with…

Harvest is nearly complete in northwestern Minnesota, with crop yields exceeding expectations despite a dry growing season. Warroad-area farmer Drew Parsley said corn and soybean yields have been particularly strong. “Our yields, right around the edge of the lake here, are…

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program has announced its 2026 Excellence Award winners. The Workforce Development award went to Silverstreak Dairies of Sauk Centre, Minnesota. The farm was recognized for fostering a positive work culture by focusing…

Huma has entered teh agricultural granular fertilizer market with its Gro-Power humic-based fertilizer and soil conditioner products. Helping with the integration of Gro-Power to the ag market is Michael Gardner, formerly a regional sales manager for Huma. Gardner is now…

At the beginning of the year, Matt Herrick will take over as president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association. Herrick returns to IDFA after serving in a similar role for the International Bottled Water Association. He previously spent…

Agriculture ministers from the G7 countries met in Paris, focusing on trade and rising farm input costs. National Farmers Union President Rob Larew participating in the meeting and said family farmers across the United States and the G7 nations are…

President Donald Trump says the United States and Mexico are close to reaching a new trade agreement. Speaking in Kansas, Trump said the deal could help reduce the U.S. trade deficit with Mexico. That deficit totaled nearly $156 billion through…

Oil shipments from the Persian Gulf region have climbed above levels seen before the war with Iran, despite continued attacks on tankers. According to shipping tracker, Kpler, Middle East oil flows averaged more than 24 million barrels a day last…

The Japanese agriculture ministry is considering plans to lift the ban on U.S. fresh potatoes. However, the new leader of the department is digging in his heels, claiming Japan needs to protect its own potato industry from foreign plant diseases…

In an online collaboration between AgBull Media and the Red River Farm Network, AgBull Trading President Tommy Grisafi voiced optimism about the cash grain trade. “We do have the ability in the north to store a lot of bushels,” said…

Cattle markets continue to outperform grains as harvest pressure and fund selling weigh on corn, soybean and wheat futures. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says the list of strong-performing markets is getting shorter. “Right now we’d have to…

Russian President Vladimir Putin is proposing a meeting with President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. The Wall Street Journal reports the meeting could take place next month during the Asia-Pacific Economic…

The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program has announced its 2026 Excellence Award winners. The Workforce Development award went to Silverstreak Dairies of Sauk Centre, Minnesota. The farm was recognized for fostering a positive work culture by focusing…

Huma has entered teh agricultural granular fertilizer market with its Gro-Power humic-based fertilizer and soil conditioner products. Helping with the integration of Gro-Power to the ag market is Michael Gardner, formerly a regional sales manager for Huma. Gardner is now…

At the beginning of the year, Matt Herrick will take over as president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association. Herrick returns to IDFA after serving in a similar role for the International Bottled Water Association. He previously spent…

With ARC and PLC payments landing and Harvest Fuel Relief on the horizon, farmers may be looking for ways to manage their year-end tax bill. Certified Agriculture Group President and CEO Pat Driscoll said uncertainty surrounding the 2027 farm economy…

Red River Valley potato growers are working to expand their markets following a trip to the Global Produce and Floral Show in Orlando. National Potato Council Vice President T.J. Hall joined representatives of the Northland Potato Growers Association at the…

The National FFA Convention marks the final chapter of a year of service for the organization’s national officer team. National FFA Central Region Vice President Claire Woepple said returning to Indianapolis has been a joy. “It’s really fun to be…

The Trump administration’s $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program will help farmers facing higher diesel costs, but the American Farm Bureau Federation says more assistance may be needed. AFBF Vice President of Public Policy and Economic Analysis John Newton said…

Despite hot, dry conditions during the growing season, Minn-Dak Farmers Cooperative Agronomist Paul Moffet says the sugarbeet campaign has gone well. “The tonnage that we’re bringing in is better than expected with the droughty conditions that we’ve had,” Moffet said. “It’s…

The 2026 sugarbeet harvest is nearly complete for American Crystal Sugar Company growers. “Good to get the beets in the pile,” said Harrison Weber, executive director, Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association. Warm temperatures forced daytime shutdowns during portions of the campaign,…

Near Lankin, North Dakota, corn and soybean yields are coming in better than expected. Dale Zahradka’s soybean harvest is complete. “They were good. I would say they’re probably above average,” Zahradka said. “With the drought overall, we were quite pleased with…

Harvest is nearly complete in northwestern Minnesota, with crop yields exceeding expectations despite a dry growing season. Warroad-area farmer Drew Parsley said corn and soybean yields have been particularly strong. “Our yields, right around the edge of the lake here, are…

North of Rugby, Steve Fritel is working on finishing his soybeans before getting into the corn. “We’ve had quite a bit of rain, so we’ve had to kinda tiptoe where we can where we can go because of muddy conditions, …

RRFN caught up with custom harvester Mychal Neumiller early in the week. At the time he had harvest crews throughout the region. “There’s one in Turtle Lake, North Dakota running on corn. We still got four in Westhope running on…

While some farmers are reporting impressive yields, others are seeing just how much the summer drought costs them. Pioneer Seed Territory manager Chase Grindberg says the difference can come down to where the rain fell. “Growers are rolling pretty good…

Hubbard is unifying its show feeds and supplements for swine, sheep, goats and cattle. It brings together its Show-Rite portfolio and the MoorMan’s ShowTec brands. Show-Rite is part of Hubbard, the flagship U.S. brand of Akralos, the joint venture formed…

The Animal Agriculture Alliance is raising concerns about drones being used around livestock operations, bringing farm security and privacy into question. “We’re seeing activists fly these drones over properties to kind of surveil the land, get a layout, see where…

The International Trade Commission is considering the impact lamb imports have had on U.S. sheep producers and processors. The ITC took testimony Friday as part of a Section 201 safeguard investigation. The American Sheep Industry Association reports imports now represent…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council Communications Director Ashley Wulf gives information on the Build Your Base Program. Click here. 

USDA is urging states to review wolf management policies and work more closely with livestock producers to reduce predator losses.  Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says the effort follows President Trump’s executive order supporting American ranchers. USDA is asking states to…

The parent company of the New York Stock Exchange plans to enter the livestock futures market, challenging CME Group. Intercontinental Exchange, known as ICE, is targeting a December 7 launch, pending regulatory approval.  Bloomberg reports ICE plans to offer physically…

Tyson Foods, Cargill and National Beef are appealing an antitrust lawsuit, challenging a mid-summer decision to certify this class-action legal case. The government claims the meatpackers conspired to keep cattle prices low. JBS was part of the original lawsuit, but…

North Dakota farmers are beginning to receive their 2025 Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage payments. North Dakota Farm Service Agency’s Brandi LaFromboise says changes in federal law provided a unique opportunity for the 2025 crop year. “With the…

Regarding the new Harvest Fuel Relief program, North Dakota Senator John Hoeven says USDA plans to release commodity-specific payment rates in November for crops covered under Title I farm programs. The one-time payments will be based on planted acres, production costs,…

The Trump administration’s $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program will help farmers facing higher diesel costs, but the American Farm Bureau Federation says more assistance may be needed. AFBF Vice President of Public Policy and Economic Analysis John Newton said…

Agriculture ministers from the G7 countries met in Paris, focusing on trade and rising farm input costs. National Farmers Union President Rob Larew participating in the meeting and said family farmers across the United States and the G7 nations are…

North Dakota farmers are being asked to be patient as USDA works out details of the new $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief program. North Dakota Farm Service Agency State Executive Director Brad Thykeson says the assistance is intended to help…

The Animal Agriculture Alliance is raising concerns about drones being used around livestock operations, bringing farm security and privacy into question. “We’re seeing activists fly these drones over properties to kind of surveil the land, get a layout, see where…

Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan says Democrats need to spend more time listening to rural voters if they want to regain ground in Greater Minnesota. Flanagan, who’s running for the U.S. Senate, says your campaign has held more than 345…