Warm temperatures this past week resulted in a stop-and-start sugarbeet harvest in the Red River Valley. Hallock, Minnesota farmer Dan Younggren says the heat limited around the clock stockpiling, but there are some benefits to the warmer weather. “Not being…

Farmers in eastern North Dakota made significant harvest progress after several days of favorable weather. Mayville area farmer Brent Kohls has shifted his focus to corn. ” From expectations going into this thing, we knew it was going to be…

Heartland Investor Services President Eugene Graner said the USDA corn production estimate was not expected. “With the condition scores since August, they had us with the worst crop in the last five years, yet, they produced the second highest historical…

U.S. farm debt is projected to reach a record $605.1 billion in 2026, up 4.6 percent from last year. USDA estimates include $399 billion in real estate debt and $206 billion in non-real estate debt. The total could be higher…

USDA surprised the trade by increasing its corn yield by 2.7 bushels to 181.2 bushels per acre. Corn production is forecast at just over 16 billion bushels and stocks came in at 1.8 billion, both at the high end of…

In the state-by-state numbers, USDA made a dramatic change in the South Dakota corn yields. At 151 bushels per acre, the latest South Dakota estimate is up six bushels from the September report. North Dakota rose two bushels per acre…

USDA and the Federal Trade Commission are looking into possible unfair business practices in the farm equipment industry. The agencies want to know whether equipment makers are limiting competition among dealers and repair shops. The announcement sent equipment stocks lower.

CropLife America recognized Andy Lee of Valent USA with its lifetime achievement award. The Lea S. Hitchner Award for sustained career dedication of service to CLA and the pesticide industry went to John Cummings of FMC and David Flakne of…

Under the theme “Built for This Moment,” this year’s National Co-op Month is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of cooperative businesses. A cooperative is a business that is owned, controlled, and operated by its members for their mutual benefit,…

While the House has passed a farm bill, Senate action will have to wait until after the election. Senate Agriculture Committee Chair John Boozman says the House and Senate Agriculture Committee leaders are working together in the interim. “The four…

National 4 H Council Chief Development and Marketing Officer Heather Terry Elliott says the strength of 4 H comes from its national network and the local communities that bring the program to life. “Between six million youth and families, 3,500…

Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom is celebrating a milestone year, reaching more students than ever. “The program is marking 40 years of bringing agriculture into K-12 classrooms,” cited Ann Marie Ward, executive director, MAITC Foundation. “The unduplicated student impact number…

In the Dry Bean Scene, Northarvest Bean Growers Association Executive Director Mitch Coulter talks about the challenges seen in the past growing season and the current conversations with the crop insurance sector. Click here. 

North Dakota FFA’s national officer candidate Teagan Erbele was a speaker at the Grand Farm groundbreaking event last week, saying the innovation at this site can show students there’s a place in agriculture for their own interests and skills. “Yeah,…

In the Dry Bean Scene, Northarvest Bean Growers Association Executive Director Mitch Coulter talks about the challenges seen in the past growing season and the current conversations with the crop insurance sector. Click here. 

Heartland Investor Services President Eugene Graner said the USDA corn production estimate was not expected. “With the condition scores since August, they had us with the worst crop in the last five years, yet, they produced the second highest historical…

USDA surprised the trade by increasing its corn yield by 2.7 bushels to 181.2 bushels per acre. Corn production is forecast at just over 16 billion bushels and stocks came in at 1.8 billion, both at the high end of…

In the state-by-state numbers, USDA made a dramatic change in the South Dakota corn yields. At 151 bushels per acre, the latest South Dakota estimate is up six bushels from the September report. North Dakota rose two bushels per acre…

President Donald Trump announced a plan last month to import 300,000 metric tons of beef without being subject to out-of-quota tariffs. Out of the first 100,000 metric ton tranche in September, less than 38,000 tons of that allocation were fulfilled.…

YellowTop Angus, near Solen, North Dakota, was the first stop of the All Breeds Cattle Tour. Jonathan and Michelle Marohl have slowly built their herd, consistently adding quality genetics. “Our program is slow developed and we shoot for longevity with…

Corn and soybeans are testing the upper end of their trading ranges. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says soybeans are challenging the $13 mark, while corn is holding above $4.95. The stronger U.S. dollar remains a concern. Martinson…

CropLife America recognized Andy Lee of Valent USA with its lifetime achievement award. The Lea S. Hitchner Award for sustained career dedication of service to CLA and the pesticide industry went to John Cummings of FMC and David Flakne of…

Under the theme “Built for This Moment,” this year’s National Co-op Month is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of cooperative businesses. A cooperative is a business that is owned, controlled, and operated by its members for their mutual benefit,…

While the House has passed a farm bill, Senate action will have to wait until after the election. Senate Agriculture Committee Chair John Boozman says the House and Senate Agriculture Committee leaders are working together in the interim. “The four…

National 4 H Council Chief Development and Marketing Officer Heather Terry Elliott says the strength of 4 H comes from its national network and the local communities that bring the program to life. “Between six million youth and families, 3,500…

Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom is celebrating a milestone year, reaching more students than ever. “The program is marking 40 years of bringing agriculture into K-12 classrooms,” cited Ann Marie Ward, executive director, MAITC Foundation. “The unduplicated student impact number…

In the Dry Bean Scene, Northarvest Bean Growers Association Executive Director Mitch Coulter talks about the challenges seen in the past growing season and the current conversations with the crop insurance sector. Click here. 

North Dakota FFA’s national officer candidate Teagan Erbele was a speaker at the Grand Farm groundbreaking event last week, saying the innovation at this site can show students there’s a place in agriculture for their own interests and skills. “Yeah,…

In the Dry Bean Scene, Northarvest Bean Growers Association Executive Director Mitch Coulter talks about the challenges seen in the past growing season and the current conversations with the crop insurance sector. Click here. 

Warm temperatures this past week resulted in a stop-and-start sugarbeet harvest in the Red River Valley. Hallock, Minnesota farmer Dan Younggren says the heat limited around the clock stockpiling, but there are some benefits to the warmer weather. “Not being…

Farmers in eastern North Dakota made significant harvest progress after several days of favorable weather. Mayville area farmer Brent Kohls has shifted his focus to corn. ” From expectations going into this thing, we knew it was going to be…

Minnesota farmers have another fungicide active ingredient available for disease management. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has completed its review of fluoxapiprolin, a Group 49 fungicide registered for use on potatoes, cucurbit vegetables and several other food and feed crops.

USDA surprised the trade by increasing its corn yield by 2.7 bushels to 181.2 bushels per acre. Corn production is forecast at just over 16 billion bushels and stocks came in at 1.8 billion, both at the high end of…

In the state-by-state numbers, USDA made a dramatic change in the South Dakota corn yields. At 151 bushels per acre, the latest South Dakota estimate is up six bushels from the September report. North Dakota rose two bushels per acre…

The first sunflower production forecast for the year is 2.3 billion pounds, down one percent from one year ago. North Dakota is the leading sunflower producing state with just over 1 billion pounds. The average sunflower yield in North Dakota…

University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine Dean, Dr. Laura Molgaard, says the growing demand for veterinary care is putting pressure on a limited workforce. In an interview with RRFN, Molgaard cited studies conducted by the American Association of Veterinary…

North Dakota ranchers appear to have enough feed to move into fall despite drought concerns earlier this year. “Obviously, the drought conditions across the state had a lot of people on edge for most of the summer, but it appears…

Ellingson Angus near St. Anthony was a stop on the  North Dakota Stockmen’s Association All Breeds Cattle Tour. Chad Ellingson said the registered Angus operation markets more than 400 bulls annually. “Our focus is on producing good, usable bulls for…

President Donald Trump announced a plan last month to import 300,000 metric tons of beef without being subject to out-of-quota tariffs. Out of the first 100,000 metric ton tranche in September, less than 38,000 tons of that allocation were fulfilled.…

North Dakota cattle producers showcased their genetics during the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association All-Breeds Cattle Tour. NDSA Vice President Joe Schettler, who ranches at Killdeer, said the tour gives producers a firsthand look at cattle that could be offered for…

YellowTop Angus, near Solen, North Dakota, was the first stop of the All Breeds Cattle Tour. Jonathan and Michelle Marohl have slowly built their herd, consistently adding quality genetics. “Our program is slow developed and we shoot for longevity with…

With the U.S. cattle herd at a 75-year low, attention remains focused on when producers will begin rebuilding inventories. North Dakota Stockmen’s Association President Tim Erbele says market fundamentals should drive that decision and “not have these outside undue influences…

While the House has passed a farm bill, Senate action will have to wait until after the election. Senate Agriculture Committee Chair John Boozman says the House and Senate Agriculture Committee leaders are working together in the interim. “The four…

In the Dry Bean Scene, Northarvest Bean Growers Association Executive Director Mitch Coulter talks about the challenges seen in the past growing season and the current conversations with the crop insurance sector. Click here. 

South Dakota Farmers Union is calling for a temporary reduction in state fuel taxes as high diesel prices continue to squeeze farmers during harvest. SDFU President Doug Somke says allowing red dyed diesel in highway vehicles does not necessarily eliminate…

USDA is issuing approximately $1.8 billion in Conservation Reserve Program payments to farmers and landowners for 2026. The Farm Service Agency accepted nearly one million new acres into Grassland CRP, which allows producers to maintain grazing and haying activities while…

USDA says farmers will receive a record $13.8 billion in ARC and PLC payments for the 2025 crop year. That’s the largest payout since the programs began in 2014. Sixteen crops qualify for PLC payments, including corn, soybeans, wheat and…

USDA and the Federal Trade Commission are looking into possible unfair business practices in the farm equipment industry. The agencies want to know whether equipment makers are limiting competition among dealers and repair shops. The announcement sent equipment stocks lower.

The federal budget deficit climbed to nearly $2 trillion during the fiscal year ending September 30. The Congressional Budget Office says the deficit reached $1.993 trillion, up 12 percent from a year ago. Federal spending rose to $7.4 trillion, while…