China Concerns Ease
NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says soybeans traders are relieved as trade concerns ease. “Essentially, the agreement was yes, we’ll continue to negotiate. The tariffs proposed to be put in place later this month are put on hold. There’s…
A Nitrogen Fertilizer Rule Compromise
The Minnesota House and Senate agriculture committees adopted a resolution which could delay implementation of the nitrogen fertilizer rule. House Agriculture Policy Committee Chairman Paul Anderson said there may be a compromise available if Governor Dayton agrees to sign the…
A Deal with China Could Help Soybeans
Brock Associates President Richard Brock says a trade deal with China has the potential to be a game changer for U.S. markets. “If it really happens. I think the odds are high China will increase agricultural imports from us by…
Buffer Tax Credit Doesn’t Make the Cut
The Minnesota legislative session is complete. Lawmakers passed a revamped tax law and a massive omnibus spending and policy bill. Minnesota Representative Dan Fabian says the buffer tax credit didn’t make it into a final tax bill. “There was some…
Final Plant Dates Approaching for Corn
What does a late spring mean for a farmer’s crop insurance policy? Beth Erickson is an insurance specialist at AgCountry Farm Credit Services, serving the Morris/Alexandria, Minnesota area. When it comes to final plant dates, Erickson says the concern at…
MN Legislative Session Comes to an End
It was a chaotic ending of the Minnesota legislative session last night, which has been the norm in recent years. On the final day of the session, lawmakers passed a revamped tax law and a massive omnibus spending and policy…
Trade War Put “On Hold”
In the words of Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, the trade war between the U.S. and China has been put “on hold.” Neither country will impose tariffs while they finalize a deal to reduce China’s huge trade surplus with the United…
China Concerns Ease
NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says soybeans traders are relieved as trade concerns ease. “Essentially, the agreement was yes, we’ll continue to negotiate. The tariffs proposed to be put in place later this month are put on hold. There’s…
A Nitrogen Fertilizer Rule Compromise
The Minnesota House and Senate agriculture committees adopted a resolution which could delay implementation of the nitrogen fertilizer rule. House Agriculture Policy Committee Chairman Paul Anderson said there may be a compromise available if Governor Dayton agrees to sign the…
A Deal with China Could Help Soybeans
Brock Associates President Richard Brock says a trade deal with China has the potential to be a game changer for U.S. markets. “If it really happens. I think the odds are high China will increase agricultural imports from us by…
Buffer Tax Credit Doesn’t Make the Cut
The Minnesota legislative session is complete. Lawmakers passed a revamped tax law and a massive omnibus spending and policy bill. Minnesota Representative Dan Fabian says the buffer tax credit didn’t make it into a final tax bill. “There was some…
Grain and Livestock Markets Close Mixed
Soybeans close higher in easing of trade fears. AgResource Company President Dan Basse says analysts are relieved to hear the news about China and the U.S. backing away from a trade war.
ND Farmer Selected for FCIC Board
Wimbledon, North Dakota farmer Michael Clemens is one of four farmers selected to serve on the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation board. The FCIC board oversees the federal crop insurance program, approves new policies or changes to existing insurance programs. Clemens…
Final Plant Dates Approaching for Corn
What does a late spring mean for a farmer’s crop insurance policy? Beth Erickson is an insurance specialist at AgCountry Farm Credit Services, serving the Morris/Alexandria, Minnesota area. When it comes to final plant dates, Erickson says the concern at…
China Concerns Ease
NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says soybeans traders are relieved as trade concerns ease. “Essentially, the agreement was yes, we’ll continue to negotiate. The tariffs proposed to be put in place later this month are put on hold. There’s…
A Deal with China Could Help Soybeans
Brock Associates President Richard Brock says a trade deal with China has the potential to be a game changer for U.S. markets. “If it really happens. I think the odds are high China will increase agricultural imports from us by…
Grain and Livestock Markets Close Mixed
Soybeans close higher in easing of trade fears. AgResource Company President Dan Basse says analysts are relieved to hear the news about China and the U.S. backing away from a trade war.
More Soybean Acres Expected in Brazil
Early sales of fertilizer in Brazil indicate an increase of soybean acres for 2019. Brazilian Agriculture Consulting owner Kory Melby cites Brazil’s national fertilizer association which is reporting a 25 percent increase year-over-year for April fertilizer sales. “Historically, that gives…
Grains Higher, Livestock Lower at Close
Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen reflects on Tuesday’s grain markets.
Crush Numbers Confirm Growing Meal Supplies
The National Oilseed Processors Association says members crushed 161 million bushels in April, which is a record amount for the month. The soybean oil stocks of more than 2 billion pounds are higher than expected. Zaner Ag Hedge Group Chief…
Compromise Possible Between the U.S. and China
China may be ready to drop its tariff threat for U.S. farm commodities, like soybeans and pork. Reuters and Dow Jones are both reporting the U.S. and China are working on an agreement that would end U.S. sanctions against a…
ND Farmer Selected for FCIC Board
Wimbledon, North Dakota farmer Michael Clemens is one of four farmers selected to serve on the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation board. The FCIC board oversees the federal crop insurance program, approves new policies or changes to existing insurance programs. Clemens…
2Q Gains for Deere
Deere and Company had second quarter net income of $1.2 billion. That’s up from $808 million in the same quarter last year. Year-to-date, equipment sales in the U.S. and Canada are up 26 percent.
AURI Update
In this update from the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute, learn more about the Ag Innovation Partnership Program. Proposals are now being accepted.
1Q Income Rises for Raven Industries
Sioux Falls-based Raven Industries is reporting net income of $22 million for the first quarter. That compares to just over $12.3 million one year ago. The applied technology division, which includes the precision agriculture business, had strong growth despite low…
ND Medical Center Receives Rural Development Loan
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a Rural Development Loan of over $14.7 million to Unity Medical Center in Grafton, North Dakota. The funds are in addition to five million dollars from the Bank of North Dakota. The dollars…
NFU Urges USDA Response to Farmer Stress
The National Farmers Union is urging USDA to proactively address farmer and rancher stress. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, NFU President Roger Johnson urged the Department to “develop a response to the farm suicide crisis.” Johnson noted…
AEM Reports Sluggish Equipment Sales
The latest report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers shows increased combine sales. U.S. retail sales of combines increased nearly 59 percent last month, compared to April of 2017. However, total tractor sales in the U.S. rose less than one…
Final Plant Dates Approaching for Corn
What does a late spring mean for a farmer’s crop insurance policy? Beth Erickson is an insurance specialist at AgCountry Farm Credit Services, serving the Morris/Alexandria, Minnesota area. When it comes to final plant dates, Erickson says the concern at…
Farmers Still Changing Acreage in ND
Farmers in north-central North Dakota have made good planting progress. However, Dakota Agronomy Partners sales agronomist Jenna Whalen is seeing a shift in the acreage near Mohall, North Dakota. “There are some farmers who have stuck to what’s they’ve always…
A Mix of Planting Progress in Western MN
CHS New Horizons grain procurement manager Tom Bovee says planting is coming along nicely in western Minnesota. “In the southern half of the territory, we’re probably 60 percent done with the corn and doing some of the beans. All of…
Some Prevent Plant Expected in South Dakota
Severe thunderstorms moved across central South Dakota Thursday, from Pierre to Long Lake, which is on the North Dakota border. “We had the report of 9.2 inches of rain in Long Lake,” said James Telken, meteorologist, National Weather Service. Even…
WestBred Wheat Report
The WestBred Wheat Report is heard Fridays on the Red River Farm Network. This week, WestBred Technical Product Manager Grant Mehring highlights the National Wheat Yield Contest.
Dry Bean Scene
The Dry Bean Scene is brought to you by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association. Hear the latest in the North American Free Trade Agreement negotiations in this week’s update.
April Showers, May Planting Delays in SD
April snow showers bring May planting delays. The Lake Preston, South Dakota area is still damp. Paul Casper is usually done with planting by now and he just got in the field last Wednesday. Casper says it’s been a really…
Severe Drought Expands into North Central ND
The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor map shows an expansion of the severe drought category in north central North Dakota. Remaining parts of the western Dakotas remain moderately dry. As preparations are made to turn livestock out to pasture, NDSU Extension…
Dealing with a NAFTA Delay
National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO, Jim Mulhern, says there’s still work that needs to be done in the North American Free Trade Agreement negotiations. “Until they get an agreement on rules of origin, I don’t think much else…
Minnesota Beef Update
Hear from the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association in the Minnesota Beef Update. This week, Minnesota Beef Council’s Royalee Rhoads talks about Grill Fest recently held in the Twin Cities.
A Sustainable Cattle Industry
The beef checkoff has released a new report highlighting the cattle industry’s commitment to animal welfare, beef quality, sustainability and community involvement. The Cattlemen’s Stewardship Review found the well-being of cattle is the top priority for 95 percent of producers.…
A New Name for the Sioux Empire Farm Show
The Sioux Empire Farm Show has been renamed. The Sioux Falls event will now be known as the Sioux Empire Livestock Show. The Agri-Business Division of the Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce made the decision to help minimize confusion with…
Harder Takes Aksarben Post
Minnesotan Greg Harder is the new Aksarben stock show director. Previously, Harder managed livestock programs for the Minnesota State Fair. This past year, Aksarben moved from Omaha to Grand Island. The September event attracts 4-H members from ten states to…
Check Pastures for Grazing Readiness
Western North Dakota pastures were hit hard last fall by drought and many are still recovering as the 2018 grazing season approaches. NDSU Extension Livestock Environmental Stewardship Specialist Miranda Meehan says pastures are about two weeks behind the average pace.…
A Nitrogen Fertilizer Rule Compromise
The Minnesota House and Senate agriculture committees adopted a resolution which could delay implementation of the nitrogen fertilizer rule. House Agriculture Policy Committee Chairman Paul Anderson said there may be a compromise available if Governor Dayton agrees to sign the…
A Deal with China Could Help Soybeans
Brock Associates President Richard Brock says a trade deal with China has the potential to be a game changer for U.S. markets. “If it really happens. I think the odds are high China will increase agricultural imports from us by…
Buffer Tax Credit Doesn’t Make the Cut
The Minnesota legislative session is complete. Lawmakers passed a revamped tax law and a massive omnibus spending and policy bill. Minnesota Representative Dan Fabian says the buffer tax credit didn’t make it into a final tax bill. “There was some…
ND Farmer Selected for FCIC Board
Wimbledon, North Dakota farmer Michael Clemens is one of four farmers selected to serve on the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation board. The FCIC board oversees the federal crop insurance program, approves new policies or changes to existing insurance programs. Clemens…
MN Legislative Session Comes to an End
It was a chaotic ending of the Minnesota legislative session last night, which has been the norm in recent years. On the final day of the session, lawmakers passed a revamped tax law and a massive omnibus spending and policy…
Ditch Mowing Moratorium Remains in Place
Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton has signed a bill that demands a one-year moratorium on the enforcement of ditch mowing permits. With this law, the Minnesota Department of Transportation cannot enforce its ditch mowing permit rule until April of 2019.
Trade War Put “On Hold”
In the words of Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, the trade war between the U.S. and China has been put “on hold.” Neither country will impose tariffs while they finalize a deal to reduce China’s huge trade surplus with the United…
