- Jaspers Steps Into Leadership at South Dakota Corn
- House Ag Committee Considers WHIP+ Program Extension
- When Tough Gets Tougher
- Contact FSA Now If Considering Haying CRP Land
- Cramer: Ranchers Need a Better Safety Net
- Walz Gets a Firsthand Look at Drought-Stricken Crop
- Spring Wheat Will Be Forced to Bid for Acres in ’22
- All Top Stories
Jaspers Steps Into Leadership at South Dakota Corn
South Dakota Corn hired former state agriculture secretary Mike Jaspers as an interim director following the resignation of Lisa Richardson. It is unclear at this time why Richardson resigned. Richardson, the executive director of 25 years, and Legislative Director Teddi…
House Ag Committee Considers WHIP+ Program Extension
On Tuesday, the House Agriculture Committee will mark up a bill to extend the the WHIP+ program. Combest, Sell and Associates managing partner Tom Sell says the disaster bill will cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. “The bill includes all causes…
When Tough Gets Tougher
Mother Nature took care of Belfield, North Dakota farmer Byron Richard’s spring wheat this year. He finished baling the wheat in mid-July and will use that to feed his cattle this winter. Ranchers are starting to run out of grass…
Contact FSA Now If Considering Haying CRP Land
Conservation Reserve Program land is not available for haying and grazing until August 1. Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen said farmers involved in the CRP CP 23 Wetlands Restoration program may face further restrictions. “What the FSA is telling me…
Cramer: Ranchers Need a Better Safety Net
During an appearance on an Agri-Pulse program, North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer said cattle producers do not have an adequate safety net to deal with the drought. “There’s some relief in the form of things like the Livestock Indemnity Program,…
Walz Gets a Firsthand Look at Drought-Stricken Crop
During a stop at a Crookston farm, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he does not expect USDA to open CRP for haying and grazing before August 1, citing a lawsuit that has influenced the process. The governor spoke with Agriculture…
Spring Wheat Will Be Forced to Bid for Acres in ’22
DTN/Progressive Farmer contributing analyst Tregg Cronin says the North American balance sheet for spring wheat is on shaky ground. “Spring wheat is going to have to bid for acres next spring like it hasn’t had to do in some time,”…
Jaspers Steps Into Leadership at South Dakota Corn
South Dakota Corn hired former state agriculture secretary Mike Jaspers as an interim director following the resignation of Lisa Richardson. It is unclear at this time why Richardson resigned. Richardson, the executive director of 25 years, and Legislative Director Teddi…
House Ag Committee Considers WHIP+ Program Extension
On Tuesday, the House Agriculture Committee will mark up a bill to extend the the WHIP+ program. Combest, Sell and Associates managing partner Tom Sell says the disaster bill will cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. “The bill includes all causes…
When Tough Gets Tougher
Mother Nature took care of Belfield, North Dakota farmer Byron Richard’s spring wheat this year. He finished baling the wheat in mid-July and will use that to feed his cattle this winter. Ranchers are starting to run out of grass…
Keeping Watch on the Wheat Markets
Van Ahn and Company market analyst Kristi Van Ahn says the grain market knows the spring wheat crop is not there in the Northern Plains. There’s been a lot of profit taking happening in the wheat in the last week.…
No Record Wheat Yield Near Britton, South Dakota
Wheat fields are being cut in the Britton, South Dakota area. DuWayne Bosse is not expecting a big crop. “Yield reports are slightly better than expected. We’ll have some tough ground that will yield may 25 to 30 bushels per…
A Third of a Normal Wheat Crop
For Centrol Ag Consulting crop consultant Ben Genereaux, there’s not a lot of enthusiasm for this year’s crop. “Our wheat crop is probably a third of what we’d be hoping for in a normal year and row crops are looking…
Quality May Be a Challenge for Maltsters
According to Minnesota Barley Growers Association Executive Director Marv Zutz, the barley yields will be hurt by the dry conditions. In addition, quality will be a factor. “The maltsters are going to have their hands full season sorting out what…
Milk Output Rises
During June Dairy Month, U.S. milk production increased 3.2 percent from June of 2020. Milk production is up 14.7 percent in South Dakota and 3.2 percent in Minnesota. The size of the state dairy herd increased by 20,000 head over…
Spring Wheat Will Be Forced to Bid for Acres in ’22
DTN/Progressive Farmer contributing analyst Tregg Cronin says the North American balance sheet for spring wheat is on shaky ground. “Spring wheat is going to have to bid for acres next spring like it hasn’t had to do in some time,”…
How High Can Wheat Markets Go?
The Money Farm market analyst Mike Krueger is watching to see how high spring wheat prices can go. “I’m hearing people talking about $10 September or December Minneapolis wheat futures, but that will depend on how the crops in other…
The Weather Market Continues
Across the Corn Belt, it’s tale of two crops. “The eastern Corn Belt has very good rain and in some cases, too much. Then, there’s the western Corn Belt, which is too dry,” says Frayne Olson, crops marketing economist, NDSU…
What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
The trade is taking a serious look at the hot weather during corn pollination. Wheat, canola and oat markets have also been higher to start the week. Advance Trading Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi outlines the latest market news in…
Critical Weeks Ahead for U.S. Crops
Traders will be watching weekly crop progress reports for signs of production issues. AgriSompo North America market analyst Sterling Smith says the next two to three weeks will be critical for this crop. “Monday’s weekly Crop Progress report from the…
Smaller Supplies, Strong Demand Influence Wheat Market
Drought conditions had the wheat markets on edge last week. Roy E. Abbott Futures market analyst Ron McDaniel says spring wheat production estimates continue to fall while demand increases. “We’re talking about taking the USDA’s Canadian crop estimate lower with…
Cramer: Ranchers Need a Better Safety Net
During an appearance on an Agri-Pulse program, North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer said cattle producers do not have an adequate safety net to deal with the drought. “There’s some relief in the form of things like the Livestock Indemnity Program,…
A New Product From Syngenta
Syngenta is releasing its new Acuron GT premix corn herbicide. This product works through three sites of action to control broadleaf weeds and some grasses. Acuron GT was available on a very limited basis this season, but will be available…
Gallo Named VP at BIO
Sarah Gallo has been promoted and is now the vice president of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization’s new agriculture and environment platform. Before joining BIO in 2018, Gallo worked for CHS, the National Corn Growers Association and the House Committee on…
NAMA Honors Presented in KC
The National Agri-Marketing Association presented Tim Hassinger with its Agribusiness Leader of the Year Award. Hassinger is the retired president/chief executive officer for Dow AgroSciences and Lindsay Corporation. AgroLiquid Brand Marketing Lead Amy Bugg was awarded NAMA’s Marketer of the…
Walz Gets a Firsthand Look at Drought-Stricken Crop
During a stop at a Crookston farm, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he does not expect USDA to open CRP for haying and grazing before August 1, citing a lawsuit that has influenced the process. The governor spoke with Agriculture…
MFBF P&E and YF&R Awards Presented
The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Promotion and Education Committee presented its Golden Apple Award to Wanda Patsche of Martin County. This award is presented for her work with the Agriculture in the Classroom program. Carolyn Olson of Cottonwood County was…
MDA Provides Information to Pipeline Foods’ Creditors
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is accepting claims against Pipeline Foods’ $500,000 bond. This organic grain company, which is based in Fridley, Minnesota, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on July 8. “If you have delivered grain, we certainly encourage you…
Keeping Watch on the Wheat Markets
Van Ahn and Company market analyst Kristi Van Ahn says the grain market knows the spring wheat crop is not there in the Northern Plains. There’s been a lot of profit taking happening in the wheat in the last week.…
No Record Wheat Yield Near Britton, South Dakota
Wheat fields are being cut in the Britton, South Dakota area. DuWayne Bosse is not expecting a big crop. “Yield reports are slightly better than expected. We’ll have some tough ground that will yield may 25 to 30 bushels per…
A Third of a Normal Wheat Crop
For Centrol Ag Consulting crop consultant Ben Genereaux, there’s not a lot of enthusiasm for this year’s crop. “Our wheat crop is probably a third of what we’d be hoping for in a normal year and row crops are looking…
Quality May Be a Challenge for Maltsters
According to Minnesota Barley Growers Association Executive Director Marv Zutz, the barley yields will be hurt by the dry conditions. In addition, quality will be a factor. “The maltsters are going to have their hands full season sorting out what…
A New Product From Syngenta
Syngenta is releasing its new Acuron GT premix corn herbicide. This product works through three sites of action to control broadleaf weeds and some grasses. Acuron GT was available on a very limited basis this season, but will be available…
Walz Gets a Firsthand Look at Drought-Stricken Crop
During a stop at a Crookston farm, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he does not expect USDA to open CRP for haying and grazing before August 1, citing a lawsuit that has influenced the process. The governor spoke with Agriculture…
Spring Wheat Will Be Forced to Bid for Acres in ’22
DTN/Progressive Farmer contributing analyst Tregg Cronin says the North American balance sheet for spring wheat is on shaky ground. “Spring wheat is going to have to bid for acres next spring like it hasn’t had to do in some time,”…
When Tough Gets Tougher
Mother Nature took care of Belfield, North Dakota farmer Byron Richard’s spring wheat this year. He finished baling the wheat in mid-July and will use that to feed his cattle this winter. Ranchers are starting to run out of grass…
Milk Output Rises
During June Dairy Month, U.S. milk production increased 3.2 percent from June of 2020. Milk production is up 14.7 percent in South Dakota and 3.2 percent in Minnesota. The size of the state dairy herd increased by 20,000 head over…
Tracking the Drought and Beef Cow Slaughter
During the second quarter, beef cow slaughter totaled 891,000 head. That’s 17 percent higher than one year ago and 12 percent higher than 2019. The biggest increase was seen in the Texas/Oklahoma area. In the region that includes North Dakota…
Minnesota Beef Update
The Minnesota Beef Council has a busy summer schedule full of in-person events. Find out more from CEO Kelly Schmidt in the latest Minnesota Beef Update.
MN Pork Industry Wants Clarification on COVID Reimbursement
Starting Tuesday, USDA’s Farm Service Agency will start taking applications to reimburse hog and poultry producers who euthanized animals during COVID. The Pandemic Livestock Indemnity Program offers payments to livestock producers based on 80 percent of the fair market value.…
Cow-Calf Movement Slows at Rugby Livestock Auction
One month ago, the Rugby Livestock Auction in Rugby, North Dakota was moving 1,000 cow/calf pairs at auction. “Unheard of” at the time. In the weeks following, owner Cliff Mattson says the auction barn moved 12,000 head of cattle, much…
CAFO Ban Proposed
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker has reintroduced a bill to ban large concentrated animal feeding operations. Booker has targeted CAFOs in the past, but now has more influence as a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee.
- Jaspers Steps Into Leadership at South Dakota Corn
- House Ag Committee Considers WHIP+ Program Extension
- Anti-Ethanol Bill Introduced in the U.S. Senate
- Contact FSA Now If Considering Haying CRP Land
- Governor’s Biofuels Coalition Reaches Out to the White House
- Another Possible Two Years for WHIP+
- Cramer: Ranchers Need a Better Safety Net
- All Policy
Jaspers Steps Into Leadership at South Dakota Corn
South Dakota Corn hired former state agriculture secretary Mike Jaspers as an interim director following the resignation of Lisa Richardson. It is unclear at this time why Richardson resigned. Richardson, the executive director of 25 years, and Legislative Director Teddi…
House Ag Committee Considers WHIP+ Program Extension
On Tuesday, the House Agriculture Committee will mark up a bill to extend the the WHIP+ program. Combest, Sell and Associates managing partner Tom Sell says the disaster bill will cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. “The bill includes all causes…
Anti-Ethanol Bill Introduced in the U.S. Senate
Four U.S. Senators introduced legislation to end the Renewable Fuel Standard. Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey, Maine Senator Susan Collins, California Senator Dianne Feinstein and Bob Menendez from New Jersey wrote the Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act. The mandate requires annual…
Contact FSA Now If Considering Haying CRP Land
Conservation Reserve Program land is not available for haying and grazing until August 1. Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen said farmers involved in the CRP CP 23 Wetlands Restoration program may face further restrictions. “What the FSA is telling me…
Governor’s Biofuels Coalition Reaches Out to the White House
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem have sent a joint letter to the Biden Administration, saying higher-octane ethanol could have a role in country’s climate and public health plans. The letter said the expanded use of…
Another Possible Two Years for WHIP+
The House Agriculture Committee is considering a two-year extension for the WHIP+ program. Ranking Member G.T. Thompson said the committee is working in a bipartisan manner to address crop disasters, like the current drought.
Cramer: Ranchers Need a Better Safety Net
During an appearance on an Agri-Pulse program, North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer said cattle producers do not have an adequate safety net to deal with the drought. “There’s some relief in the form of things like the Livestock Indemnity Program,…
