FFA Students Aim to Package 60,000 Meals at State Convention
Part of the South Dakota State FFA Convention is their Day of Service where students package food to be distributed throughout the state. ” South Dakota FFA Foundation President Sandy Osterday says it’s become a favorite tradition for the student…
As FFA Chapter Closes, Josie Nold Sets Sights on Animal Science Career
The State FFA Convention is an exciting time of the year and also signals the end of state officers FFA careers. South Dakota State Vice President Josie Nold had plenty good memories from her past year spent as a state…
Ag Finance Bill Stalled
The ag finance bill in the Minnesota House Agriculture Committee stalled. Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen is concerned. As a result, there is no legislative vehicle to marry up with the Senate version. “There’s not a lot of money in that…
Stars Shine
The Minnesota FFA Stars for 2026 are Jada Hansen of Foley FFA as Star Farmer, Blake Siewert of Lake City FFA as Star in Production, Piper Rigge of Redwood Valley FFA as Star in Agribusiness and Andrew Mutchler of Grand…
Goal: Keeping the FFA Students in MN
The Minnesota FFA Convention opened its doors early Monday morning for the Career Connections event. Thousands of students gained access to numerous universities, tech schools and agribusinesses. Minnesota Agricultural Center of Excellence Executive Director Keith Olander outlined his goals at…
Sugar Industry Pushes Trade Action
The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the Office of the United States Trade Representative, alleging foreign subsidies are flooding the global market with low-priced sugar and pressuring U.S. prices near loan forfeiture levels. Industry leaders…
Smith Meets With Farmers in West-Central MN
Minnesota Senator Tina Smith was in Wheaton on Friday, hosting a farm roundtable discussion. “Something that comes up over and over again is discussion over the modernization of rules and regulations that farmers have to deal with, and it could…
FFA Students Aim to Package 60,000 Meals at State Convention
Part of the South Dakota State FFA Convention is their Day of Service where students package food to be distributed throughout the state. ” South Dakota FFA Foundation President Sandy Osterday says it’s become a favorite tradition for the student…
As FFA Chapter Closes, Josie Nold Sets Sights on Animal Science Career
The State FFA Convention is an exciting time of the year and also signals the end of state officers FFA careers. South Dakota State Vice President Josie Nold had plenty good memories from her past year spent as a state…
Ag Finance Bill Stalled
The ag finance bill in the Minnesota House Agriculture Committee stalled. Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen is concerned. As a result, there is no legislative vehicle to marry up with the Senate version. “There’s not a lot of money in that…
NDSU Celebrates Excellence
North Dakota State University Extension recognized individuals and teams for their work in the past year at the 2026 Extension Spring Conference. The communicator of the year is Joe Ikely, NDSU Extension weed specialist. NDSU Extension Nutrition of Food Safety…
Stars Shine
The Minnesota FFA Stars for 2026 are Jada Hansen of Foley FFA as Star Farmer, Blake Siewert of Lake City FFA as Star in Production, Piper Rigge of Redwood Valley FFA as Star in Agribusiness and Andrew Mutchler of Grand…
Waterhemp, Waterhemp, Waterhemp
Waterhemp remains one of the most costly weed threats in this region. BASF Technical Representative Eric Schultz says this weed can reduce soybean yields by as much as 70 percent. “There aren’t too many more scary things than even a…
Enthusiastic Crowd at Career Show
AgCountry Farm Credit Services was one of nearly 100 businesses and schools represented at the Minnesota FFA Career Connections show. AgCountry insurance officer Bill Roiger was impressed with these students. “It was 7:30 when the doors opened and there were…
Sugar Industry Pushes Trade Action
The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the Office of the United States Trade Representative, alleging foreign subsidies are flooding the global market with low-priced sugar and pressuring U.S. prices near loan forfeiture levels. Industry leaders…
What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets
In this week’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says the stock markets continue to lead the way higher, with the S&P 500 and NASDAQ both reaching new all-time highs…
Beet Stock Values
According to Acres & Shares broker, Jayson Menke, last week 192 American Crystal Sugar Company beet shares were brokered for an average price of $4,006.77 per share with a trading range of $4,000 to $4,100 per share.
Farm Relief Remains on the Table
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital link in the fertilizer supply chains. “We’ve got about 35 percent of the urea, and about 40 percent of the processed phosphates that go through the Strait of Hormuz,” explains Randy Russell, president/CEO,…
Frustration Continues Over E15 Delays
Momentum is building for year-round E15, even as frustration lingers over delays in securing federal approval. Minnesota Corn Growers Association Executive Director Adam Birr says the push has been years in the making. “It makes no sense at all why…
Rollins Blames Consolidation for Rising Farm Input Prices
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins met representatives of the four major fertilizer companies this past week. In an appearance before a House appropriations subcommittee, Agriculture Secretary…
Market Development Programs Funded
Thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts, USDA will have an additional $285 million available each year for market development programs like the Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program. Funding for the America First Trade Promotion Program has…
NDSU Celebrates Excellence
North Dakota State University Extension recognized individuals and teams for their work in the past year at the 2026 Extension Spring Conference. The communicator of the year is Joe Ikely, NDSU Extension weed specialist. NDSU Extension Nutrition of Food Safety…
Stars Shine
The Minnesota FFA Stars for 2026 are Jada Hansen of Foley FFA as Star Farmer, Blake Siewert of Lake City FFA as Star in Production, Piper Rigge of Redwood Valley FFA as Star in Agribusiness and Andrew Mutchler of Grand…
Waterhemp, Waterhemp, Waterhemp
Waterhemp remains one of the most costly weed threats in this region. BASF Technical Representative Eric Schultz says this weed can reduce soybean yields by as much as 70 percent. “There aren’t too many more scary things than even a…
Enthusiastic Crowd at Career Show
AgCountry Farm Credit Services was one of nearly 100 businesses and schools represented at the Minnesota FFA Career Connections show. AgCountry insurance officer Bill Roiger was impressed with these students. “It was 7:30 when the doors opened and there were…
Goal: Keeping the FFA Students in MN
The Minnesota FFA Convention opened its doors early Monday morning for the Career Connections event. Thousands of students gained access to numerous universities, tech schools and agribusinesses. Minnesota Agricultural Center of Excellence Executive Director Keith Olander outlined his goals at…
Signing Day Comes to MN FFA Convention
We’ve all seen signing events for high school athletes when making their college choice. A similar signing event is happening for future ag teachers at the Minnesota FFA Convention. “Anybody who has committed to one of the colleges that offer ag…
Largest Initiative of Its Kind for MN State Fair & MN 4-H
A multi-million dollar renovation is planned for the historic 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. “What we’re looking right now is a three-level renovation with a few touchups on the outside as well,” said Jen Skuza, Minnesota State 4-H…
Waterhemp, Waterhemp, Waterhemp
Waterhemp remains one of the most costly weed threats in this region. BASF Technical Representative Eric Schultz says this weed can reduce soybean yields by as much as 70 percent. “There aren’t too many more scary things than even a…
Sugar Industry Pushes Trade Action
The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the Office of the United States Trade Representative, alleging foreign subsidies are flooding the global market with low-priced sugar and pressuring U.S. prices near loan forfeiture levels. Industry leaders…
Dry Bean Scene
In this edition of the Dry Bean Scene, a Battle of the Beans is coming up on Thursday in Glyndon, Minnesota. Noreen Thomas, Doubting Thomas Farms, outlines this unique opportunity to promote the dry bean industry. Listen to the report. …
Fieldwork Likely Pushed to May
Pioneer Field Agronomist Kristie Sundeen says much of northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota may not see meaningful field activity until next month. “I don’t foresee us really getting much activity here now until May for most of my territory.”…
Frustration Continues Over E15 Delays
Momentum is building for year-round E15, even as frustration lingers over delays in securing federal approval. Minnesota Corn Growers Association Executive Director Adam Birr says the push has been years in the making. “It makes no sense at all why…
High Fertilizer Costs Pushing Some Farmers Toward Soybean Acres
The current economic landscape has many farmers shifting acres to soybeans this spring. Agvise Soil Scientist John Breker says there are some things to consider when making this move. “With nitrogen fertilizer prices where they are, more people are thinking…
Minnesota Sunflower Council Re-Elects Dowdle and Smude
The Minnesota Sunflower Council re-elected Thomas Dowdle and Tom Smude to three-year terms. Dowdle, who farms near Kennedy, will represent Region One and currently serves as Second Vice President of the National Sunflower Association. Smude, who farms near Pierz, will…
What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets
In this week’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says the stock markets continue to lead the way higher, with the S&P 500 and NASDAQ both reaching new all-time highs…
Final Day to Vote on MN Beef Checkoff Increase
Minnesota beef producers are voting on a proposed 50-cent increase to the current state beef checkoff. These funds would be used strictly for beef promotion and research. Ballots were mailed out at the end of March and today is the…
New World Screwworm Update
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins was part of a groundbreaking event for the new sterile fly production facility at Moore Air Base in Edinburg, Texas. Rollins took a cautious approach. “I want to be very, very clear, the New World Screwworm…
Prop 12 Fight Continues
Researchers at North Dakota State University’s Agricultural Risk Policy Center found price increases due to California’s Prop 12 have continued two years after the law was implemented. California consumers have seen pork prices up an average of 20 percent compared…
Cattle Country Conversations
Importers and exporters from around the world were in Mexico City for the U.S. Meat Export Federation Red Meat Symposium this past week. Towner, North Dakota rancher Jason Zahn represented the North Dakota Beef Commission at the event. After a…
MN Beef Update
In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Executive Director Kaitlyn Root highlights the Steak on a Stick promotion at the State Capitol. Listen.
What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets
Market volatility is picking up again, and in this week’s What’s Hot, What’s Not segment, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson breaks down where the momentum is shifting. Cattle continues to lead the way, with live cattle pushing to…
Ag Finance Bill Stalled
The ag finance bill in the Minnesota House Agriculture Committee stalled. Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen is concerned. As a result, there is no legislative vehicle to marry up with the Senate version. “There’s not a lot of money in that…
Sugar Industry Pushes Trade Action
The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the Office of the United States Trade Representative, alleging foreign subsidies are flooding the global market with low-priced sugar and pressuring U.S. prices near loan forfeiture levels. Industry leaders…
Final Day to Vote on MN Beef Checkoff Increase
Minnesota beef producers are voting on a proposed 50-cent increase to the current state beef checkoff. These funds would be used strictly for beef promotion and research. Ballots were mailed out at the end of March and today is the…
Long-Awaited Farm Bill Debate on the Horizon
Floor action on Farm Bill 2.0 could be happening very soon. The House Rules Committee will meet the week of April 27 to consider action on the legislation. Draft amendments to the bill must be submitted by this Wednesday.
Smith Meets With Farmers in West-Central MN
Minnesota Senator Tina Smith was in Wheaton on Friday, hosting a farm roundtable discussion. “Something that comes up over and over again is discussion over the modernization of rules and regulations that farmers have to deal with, and it could…
Shipping Channel Remains Closed
Iran has shutdown the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic again. President Trump declared the waterway was ‘completely open and ready for business’ on Friday, but that changed by Saturday morning. Iran blames the continuing U.S. blockade of the shipping…
Farm Relief Remains on the Table
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital link in the fertilizer supply chains. “We’ve got about 35 percent of the urea, and about 40 percent of the processed phosphates that go through the Strait of Hormuz,” explains Randy Russell, president/CEO,…
