Planting is underway throughout the Red River Valley, and Kennedy, Minnesota farmer Rob Rynning says farmers in the area have been putting in the work since the weather warmed up. “It’s been a nice spring as far as getting stuff…

Farm Management Specialist Kent Thiesse, who moderated the AgriGrowth Spring Economic Forecast program, said crop margins remain extremely tight. “We came into the year probably below break-even levels for most producers,” said Thiesse. “Now with the issues with the war…

With USDA’s restructuring underway, a group of 24 Democratic senators is voicing concern about the impact on ag research. A letter was sent to Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden, saying the Economic Research Service and National Institute for Food and Agriculture…

Another stop on this week’s Red River Farm Network Crop Watch tour focused on the difficult spring conditions facing farmers across northwest Minnesota. “I’ve been an agronomist for about ten years, and I think this is the first time I’ve…

One of this week’s stops on the Red River Farm Network CropWatch tour highlighted the wide differences in planting progress across northwest Minnesota as growers continue battling cool temperatures and uneven moisture conditions this spring. Pioneer Field Agronomist Kevin Sinner…

A study by the University of Missouri Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute offers a cautious message about the year-round E15 legislation. Automatic small refinery exemptions are also part of the E15 bill. FAPRI says ethanol demand would boost the…

Citing the dramatic wheat numbers in the USDA supply/demand report, the National Association of Wheat Growers said it is time for Congress to finalize the farm bill and address rising farm input costs. The USDA report cut wheat production by…

Planting is underway throughout the Red River Valley, and Kennedy, Minnesota farmer Rob Rynning says farmers in the area have been putting in the work since the weather warmed up. “It’s been a nice spring as far as getting stuff…

Uncertainty remains the buzzword for the overall economy, including the farm economy. According to Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Regional Economist Joe Mahon, fertilizer prices and global market volatility remain major concerns, especially for growers who did not secure fertilizer…

Farmers in southwestern Minnesota have made significant planting progress this spring thanks to favorable field conditions and an early start to the season. Jeff Strock, a researcher at the Southwest Research and Outreach Center, said an open winter allowed farmers…

Farm Management Specialist Kent Thiesse, who moderated the AgriGrowth Spring Economic Forecast program, said crop margins remain extremely tight. “We came into the year probably below break-even levels for most producers,” said Thiesse. “Now with the issues with the war…

Early results from AgriGrowth’s first Agriculture and Food Economy Survey point to growing concern about Minnesota’s economic outlook. “There’s a lot of pessimism out there, economic frustration, anxiety,” said Darin Broten, executive director, AgriGrowth. The survey included 500 registered Minnesota…

The House has approved legislation that would permanently allow year-round sales of E15 fuel nationwide, delivering a major win for the ethanol industry and farm groups seeking expanded domestic demand opportunities. The Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act passed…

With USDA’s restructuring underway, a group of 24 Democratic senators is voicing concern about the impact on ag research. A letter was sent to Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden, saying the Economic Research Service and National Institute for Food and Agriculture…

A study by the University of Missouri Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute offers a cautious message about the year-round E15 legislation. Automatic small refinery exemptions are also part of the E15 bill. FAPRI says ethanol demand would boost the…

There will not be enough phosphate fertilizer to meet global demand this year. That’s the headline coming out of Mosaic’s quarterly financial report. Mosaic CEO Bruce Bodine said the demand for sulfur, ammonia and urea goes beyond the supply. To…

Energy Secretary Chris Wright says the Trump administration is considering additional measures to help lower fuel prices, including a possible suspension of the federal gas tax. Speaking on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Wright said the administration supports efforts to reduce…

Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management breaks down the latest market movers, including strength in the S&P 500, NASDAQ and cotton, while corn, wheat, cattle and hogs continue to face pressure. Plus, Martinson explains how tensions with Iran and…

The Minnesota legislative session is entering its final week and Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen says there’s still a lot of work to be done. “It’s a bit of a mixed bag for agriculture, at the moment. We did pass the…

NDSU Extension’s latest Agriculture by the Numbers shows a stark contrast in net farm incomes between Red River Valley farms versus Northern Plains farms outside the valley. Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryon Parman says much of that comes from the…

The cattle industry continues to benefit from strong markets.  Fallon Savage, senior vice president of corporate credit, Farm Credit Services of America, said the balance sheets are healthy.  A disciplined approach is being seen by cattle producers. “Most of them…

Uncertainty remains the buzzword for the overall economy, including the farm economy. According to Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Regional Economist Joe Mahon, fertilizer prices and global market volatility remain major concerns, especially for growers who did not secure fertilizer…

Farm Management Specialist Kent Thiesse, who moderated the AgriGrowth Spring Economic Forecast program, said crop margins remain extremely tight. “We came into the year probably below break-even levels for most producers,” said Thiesse. “Now with the issues with the war…

Early results from AgriGrowth’s first Agriculture and Food Economy Survey point to growing concern about Minnesota’s economic outlook. “There’s a lot of pessimism out there, economic frustration, anxiety,” said Darin Broten, executive director, AgriGrowth. The survey included 500 registered Minnesota…

Summit Carbon Solutions has announced a new route for its pipeline, and it bypasses Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. The scaled-down version will capture carbon from 27 ethanol plants in Iowa and move it through Nebraska to a storage…

In the latest Pioneer Agronomy Report, Pioneer Field Agronomist Larry Lunder emphasizes the importance of weed control. “Later-than-average start times can sometimes cause the critical early-season weed control to be skipped as a time saver,” said Lunder. With the resistance…

Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty will serve as the new president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association. Most recently, Pawlenty was in a similar role at the Financial Services Roundtable.

Australia-based GrainCorp reports net profits for the first half of the year of $3.3 million in U.S. dollars. That’s down 92 percent from one year ago. Company officials cite an oversupply of grain globally.

Planting is underway throughout the Red River Valley, and Kennedy, Minnesota farmer Rob Rynning says farmers in the area have been putting in the work since the weather warmed up. “It’s been a nice spring as far as getting stuff…

Farmers in southwestern Minnesota have made significant planting progress this spring thanks to favorable field conditions and an early start to the season. Jeff Strock, a researcher at the Southwest Research and Outreach Center, said an open winter allowed farmers…

One of this week’s stops on the Red River Farm Network CropWatch tour highlighted the wide differences in planting progress across northwest Minnesota as growers continue battling cool temperatures and uneven moisture conditions this spring. Pioneer Field Agronomist Kevin Sinner…

In the latest Pioneer Agronomy Report, Pioneer Field Agronomist Larry Lunder emphasizes the importance of weed control. “Later-than-average start times can sometimes cause the critical early-season weed control to be skipped as a time saver,” said Lunder. With the resistance…

The EPA has approved the registration of Corteva’s Verpixo fungicide with Adavelt to control Cercospora leaf spot in sugarbeets. This product has a new mode of action, which will strengthen the farmers’ resistance management strategy. Verpixo fungicide with Adavelt is…

USDA’s supply and demand report drew a sharp reaction from the grains markets. Total Farm Marketing Senior Market Advisor Naomi Blohm said wheat was the big story of the report. “The USDA for the new crop wheat came in at…

There will not be enough phosphate fertilizer to meet global demand this year. That’s the headline coming out of Mosaic’s quarterly financial report. Mosaic CEO Bruce Bodine said the demand for sulfur, ammonia and urea goes beyond the supply. To…

The Minnesota legislative session is entering its final week and Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen says there’s still a lot of work to be done. “It’s a bit of a mixed bag for agriculture, at the moment. We did pass the…

NDSU Extension’s latest Agriculture by the Numbers shows a stark contrast in net farm incomes between Red River Valley farms versus Northern Plains farms outside the valley. Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryon Parman says much of that comes from the…

Low spring runoff and below-average precipitation could lead to access issues for adequate, good-quality water for livestock this spring. NDSU Extension Veterinarian Jake Galbreath says they’ve received multiple reports of water sources that are either low, dried up or toxic…

USDA has issued an interim final rule implementing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act. This provision allows schools and child nutrition providers to offer whole and two percent milk options. That includes flavored and unflavored milk options. The International…

The cattle industry continues to benefit from strong markets.  Fallon Savage, senior vice president of corporate credit, Farm Credit Services of America, said the balance sheets are healthy.  A disciplined approach is being seen by cattle producers. “Most of them…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council CEO Kelly Schmidt recaps the recent board meeting and planning session. Listen here.

The cattle industry continues to benefit from strong markets.  Fallon Savage, senior vice president of corporate credit, Farm Credit Services of America, said balance sheets are healthy.  A disciplined marketing approach is being seen. “Most of them have stayed pretty…

Uncertainty remains the buzzword for the overall economy, including the farm economy. According to Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Regional Economist Joe Mahon, fertilizer prices and global market volatility remain major concerns, especially for growers who did not secure fertilizer…

Early results from AgriGrowth’s first Agriculture and Food Economy Survey point to growing concern about Minnesota’s economic outlook. “There’s a lot of pessimism out there, economic frustration, anxiety,” said Darin Broten, executive director, AgriGrowth. The survey included 500 registered Minnesota…

The House has approved legislation that would permanently allow year-round sales of E15 fuel nationwide, delivering a major win for the ethanol industry and farm groups seeking expanded domestic demand opportunities. The Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act passed…

With USDA’s restructuring underway, a group of 24 Democratic senators is voicing concern about the impact on ag research. A letter was sent to Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden, saying the Economic Research Service and National Institute for Food and Agriculture…

Speaking at a Senate Agriculture Committee hearing, Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar said her state’s farmers are under pressure. “I will note that there is a direct link between recent escalations and this war,” said Klobuchar. “In the months since the…

Minnesota Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach describes nationwide year-round E15 as an opportunity to provide long-term certainty for farmers, consumers, and the biofuels industry. “For far too long, the people of western Minnesota and the United States, along with families and farmers…

A lawsuit has been filed against Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins over her Easter message to USDA employees. The lawsuit claims the religious overtones in the message is a ‘clear violation’ of the First Amendment. A USDA spokesperson said the agency…