- A Long Way to Go and a Short Time to Get There
- More Access for Mexican Sugar in the U.S.
- Reshaping the Ag Land Base
- A Marketing Opportunity for Soybeans
- U.S. Input Costs Substantially Higher Than in Brazil
- Fertilizer Prices Move Higher Again
- Settlement Reached in Right-to-Repair Case
- All Top Stories
A Long Way to Go and a Short Time to Get There
Congress returns to Washington today after a two-week recess. Over the next month, lawmakers will need to move forward on Farm Bill 2.0, a farm assistance package and year-round E-15. Without action, those issues will be punted to the lame…
More Access for Mexican Sugar in the U.S.
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement on sugar imports. With the deal, the U.S. will import up to 1.15 million metric tons of Mexican sugar for the 2026-2027 marketing year. That’s an increase of over 500 percent…
Reshaping the Ag Land Base
Access to land is becoming increasingly challenging for farmers and ranchers. A report from Farm Bureau Market Intel said nearly 80 percent of the rented farmland is controlled by non-operating landlords. More than one-third of those landlords are 75 years…
A Marketing Opportunity for Soybeans
Northland Farm Business Management Instructor Betsy Jensen says now is a good time for growers to evaluate their marketing plans. “All the commodity prices are cousins; they’re all related, but soybeans can still have a bit of a rally even…
U.S. Input Costs Substantially Higher Than in Brazil
A new report from the National Corn Growers Association confirms U.S. farmers pay significantly more for crop inputs than their Brazilian counterparts. The study, which was conducted by Kynetic, found that U.S. seed corn prices were 68 percent higher over…
Fertilizer Prices Move Higher Again
Renewed fighting in the Middle East is creating new uncertainty for global fertilizer markets. StoneX Vice President of Fertilizer Josh Linville said concerns over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz are already affecting prices. “At the very least, this creates…
Settlement Reached in Right-to-Repair Case
An agreement has been reached between the Federal Trade Commission, John Deere and farmers from Minnesota and four other states. This agreement makes sure farmers have access to the diagnostic and repair tools necessary to maintain and repair their own…
Pioneer Agronomy Update
In the latest Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist Eric Lagge has recommendations for field scouting this week. “It very important to keep an eye out for corn rootworm beetles as they’re beginning to emerge in corn fields and volunteer…
Canola Minute
In the Canola Minute, Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman discusses the USDA acreage report and the impact on canola. Click here.
Dry Bean Scene
In the Dry Bean Scene, NDSU Plant Pathologist Dr. Michael Wunsch offers insight into edible bean fungicide decisions. Timing remains the key to protecting yield. Click here.
What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets
The grain markets have taken over the spotlight after a bullish USDA report and renewed geopolitical concerns, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson. Martinson says wheat has become the market leader as escalating conflict involving Russia, Ukraine…
Uncertainty Creates Volatility
Renewed tensions in the Middle East are once again creating uncertainty for the energy and fertilizer markets. “That’s just going to create more volatility when the demands are high and the supply is disrupted; it has the ability to cause…
Ceasefire Falls Apart
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified over the weekend, with both sides launching new attacks across the Middle East. The U.S. carried out multiple strikes against Iranian military targets after Iran attacked a container ship in the…
Russian Wheat Export Capability Hindered
Ukraine says a series of drone strikes has forced Russia to suspend shipping through the Sea of Azov, disrupting a key export route for oil, grain and other commodities. Ukrainian officials say dozens of vessels have been targeted in recent…
Canola Minute
In the Canola Minute, Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman discusses the USDA acreage report and the impact on canola. Click here.
What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets
The grain markets have taken over the spotlight after a bullish USDA report and renewed geopolitical concerns, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson. Martinson says wheat has become the market leader as escalating conflict involving Russia, Ukraine…
Ceasefire Falls Apart
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified over the weekend, with both sides launching new attacks across the Middle East. The U.S. carried out multiple strikes against Iranian military targets after Iran attacked a container ship in the…
Russian Wheat Export Capability Hindered
Ukraine says a series of drone strikes has forced Russia to suspend shipping through the Sea of Azov, disrupting a key export route for oil, grain and other commodities. Ukrainian officials say dozens of vessels have been targeted in recent…
Aussie Canola Heading to China
China is giving Australia more access to its market for canola. China, who is the world’s largest canola importer, made trial purchases of Aussie canola in the past year. A broader import license is now available to expand that business.
More Access for Mexican Sugar in the U.S.
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement on sugar imports. With the deal, the U.S. will import up to 1.15 million metric tons of Mexican sugar for the 2026-2027 marketing year. That’s an increase of over 500 percent…
A Few Surprises in S/D Report
USDA’s July Supply and Demand Report came in close to trade expectations, but Total Farm Marketing Senior Analyst Bryan Doherty said there were enough adjustments to lend modest support to grain prices. “Ending stocks for the 2025-26 marketing year came…
- Pioneer Agronomy Update
- Uncertainty Creates Volatility
- AFBF and NFU Concerned with Packers and Stockyards Rule Change
- FMC Takes Important Step with New AI
- Farm Broadcast Industry Loses a True Gentleman
- Olson Takes the Reins of the Poultry Science Association
- Mitchell Livestock Hosts Auctioneer Competition
- All Ag Business
Pioneer Agronomy Update
In the latest Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist Eric Lagge has recommendations for field scouting this week. “It very important to keep an eye out for corn rootworm beetles as they’re beginning to emerge in corn fields and volunteer…
Uncertainty Creates Volatility
Renewed tensions in the Middle East are once again creating uncertainty for the energy and fertilizer markets. “That’s just going to create more volatility when the demands are high and the supply is disrupted; it has the ability to cause…
AFBF and NFU Concerned with Packers and Stockyards Rule Change
The American Farm Bureau Federation and National Farmers Union have issued a joint statement, saying they are deeply troubled by USDA plans to rescind rules to protect farmers under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The two major general farm organizations…
FMC Takes Important Step with New AI
FMC has submitted regulatory paperwork to EPA for rimisoxafen. The U.S. submission for the herbicide active ingredient covers the use on corn, soybeans, sunflowers and select pulse crops. This is the first AI ever classified as a dual mode of…
Farm Broadcast Industry Loses a True Gentleman
Funeral services will be held Friday in Dallas for veteran farm broadcaster Roddy Peeples. Peeples, 94, was a 70-year member of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. He served as NAFB president in 1982, was named Farm Broadcaster of the…
Olson Takes the Reins of the Poultry Science Association
Steve Olson is the new executive director of the International Poultry Science Association. For the past seven years, Olson has led his own agricultural strategy consulting firm. From 2000 to 2019, Olson was the executive director of the Minnesota Turkey…
Mitchell Livestock Hosts Auctioneer Competition
Auctioneers from seven states gathered this past week in Mitchell, South Dakota, for the Palace City Livestock Auctioneering Competition. Mitchell Livestock Market owner Jared Herman said the event showcased outstanding talent and strong cattle demand. “We had a lot of…
Pioneer Agronomy Update
In the latest Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist Eric Lagge has recommendations for field scouting this week. “It very important to keep an eye out for corn rootworm beetles as they’re beginning to emerge in corn fields and volunteer…
Dry Bean Scene
In the Dry Bean Scene, NDSU Plant Pathologist Dr. Michael Wunsch offers insight into edible bean fungicide decisions. Timing remains the key to protecting yield. Click here.
Warm Nights Give Corn Little Chance to Recover
Excessive daytime heat can cause the corn to shut down. Yields can also take a hit when nighttime temperatures are at or above 70 degrees because there is no time for the crop to recover. Overnight lows are above that…
FMC Takes Important Step with New AI
FMC has submitted regulatory paperwork to EPA for rimisoxafen. The U.S. submission for the herbicide active ingredient covers the use on corn, soybeans, sunflowers and select pulse crops. This is the first AI ever classified as a dual mode of…
The Sugarbeet Report
In this week’s edition of the Sugarbeet Report, Simplot Grower Solutions Crop Advisor Ryan Van Eps has an update on the beet crop and outlines the disease management strategy. Listen to the report.
Heat Remains Bigger Threat
University of Minnesota Extension Small Grains Specialist Jochum Wiersma says disease pressure remains light in wheat research plots despite the first appearance of leaf rust this season. “The non-inoculated trials are very, very clean,” said Wiersma. “We found a few…
The Worst Crop in Decades
The winter wheat harvest is wrapping up near Ellsworth, Kansas, but yields have fallen well short of expectations. Kenneth Lund, a custom harvester from Litchfield, Minnesota, said this year’s crop is the poorest he has seen in nearly three decades.…
AFBF and NFU Concerned with Packers and Stockyards Rule Change
The American Farm Bureau Federation and National Farmers Union have issued a joint statement, saying they are deeply troubled by USDA plans to rescind rules to protect farmers under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The two major general farm organizations…
Mitchell Livestock Hosts Auctioneer Competition
Auctioneers from seven states gathered this past week in Mitchell, South Dakota, for the Palace City Livestock Auctioneering Competition. Mitchell Livestock Market owner Jared Herman said the event showcased outstanding talent and strong cattle demand. “We had a lot of…
SHIC Elects New Officer Team
The Swine Health Information Center Board of Directors elected Joe Dykhuis of Dykhuis Farms, Michigan, as president. Dr. Jay Miller of The Maschhoffs will serve as vice president. Consultant Kent Bang retains his position as secretary/treasurer.
Carcass Weights Continue to Rise
To offset the smallest cattle herd in 75 years, beef producers are marketing cattle at heavier weights. “We don’t have the cattle, but one way the beef industry can make that up is by adding more pounds,” said Tim Petry,…
MN Beef Update
In the MN Beef Update, Minnesota Beef Council CEO Kelly Schmidt previews their quarterly meeting in Marshall. Click here.
R-CALF Challenges Brazilian Beef Import Tariff
R-CALF USA is asking the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative to impose a 25 percent tariff on Brazilian beef imports. During a Section 301 hearing, CEO Bill Bullard said exempting Brazilian beef would put U.S. cattle producers at a…
MN Beef Update
Minnesota Beef Council CEO Kelly Schmidt offers a special 4th of July message. Click here to listen to the Minnesota Beef Update.
Uncertainty Creates Volatility
Renewed tensions in the Middle East are once again creating uncertainty for the energy and fertilizer markets. “That’s just going to create more volatility when the demands are high and the supply is disrupted; it has the ability to cause…
Ceasefire Falls Apart
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified over the weekend, with both sides launching new attacks across the Middle East. The U.S. carried out multiple strikes against Iranian military targets after Iran attacked a container ship in the…
A Long Way to Go and a Short Time to Get There
Congress returns to Washington today after a two-week recess. Over the next month, lawmakers will need to move forward on Farm Bill 2.0, a farm assistance package and year-round E-15. Without action, those issues will be punted to the lame…
Technical Guidance for Regenerative Feedstocks Available
USDA has published a final rule outlining technical guidance to produce regenerative feedstocks. This rule will help determine the values for farmers and the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit. Farmers who want to participate in the low-carbon markets will…
AFBF and NFU Concerned with Packers and Stockyards Rule Change
The American Farm Bureau Federation and National Farmers Union have issued a joint statement, saying they are deeply troubled by USDA plans to rescind rules to protect farmers under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The two major general farm organizations…
More Access for Mexican Sugar in the U.S.
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement on sugar imports. With the deal, the U.S. will import up to 1.15 million metric tons of Mexican sugar for the 2026-2027 marketing year. That’s an increase of over 500 percent…
SD Corn Comments
In South Dakota Corn Comments, South Dakota Corn Executive Director DaNita Murray discusses a recent FTC investigation into anticompetitive actions in the fertilizer industry. Click here.
