The U.S. soybean industry is exploring different markets to move an excess supply of product. At the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo, U.S. Soybean Export Council CEO Jim Sutter said the U.S. is focusing on places with big populations, developing…

NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says if farmers need to move soybeans, prioritize moving the higher moisture grain first and sit tight for a few more weeks. “I do think the U.S. will get a trade agreement with China.…

More than six weeks away from spring planting, National Sunflower Association Executive Director John Sandbakken says sunflowers are in a good position to pick up acres. “Producers are looking at many different options and there’s consideration for the crop,” explains…

Giving back to North Dakota FFA members so they can have a positive experience is important for former Minot FFA member Dan Mostad. Mostad remembers many things about his time in the FFA. Listen to his story.    

As more reports that China is understating the impact of its African Swine Fever outbreak surface, Van Ahn and Company market analyst Kristi Van Ahn remains cautious about China’s African Swine Fever numbers. “China doesn’t report things very well.” Van Ahn…

To better identify harmful weeds, NDSU Extension says there’s one good rule of thumb; long hair, don’t care. This means if the weed doesn’t have hair, it’s likely waterhemp or Palmer amaranth. Weed specialist Joe Ikley says farmers need to…

NDSU Extension Engineer Ken Hellevang says farmers may be able to store higher moisture soybeans through the winter, but that will change as spring arrives. Spring is about one month away.

The U.S. soybean industry is exploring different markets to move an excess supply of product. At the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo, U.S. Soybean Export Council CEO Jim Sutter said the U.S. is focusing on places with big populations, developing…

NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says if farmers need to move soybeans, prioritize moving the higher moisture grain first and sit tight for a few more weeks. “I do think the U.S. will get a trade agreement with China.…

More than six weeks away from spring planting, National Sunflower Association Executive Director John Sandbakken says sunflowers are in a good position to pick up acres. “Producers are looking at many different options and there’s consideration for the crop,” explains…

Syngenta is reporting full year 2018 sales of $13.5 billion, up seven percent from 2017, resulting in a net income of $1.4 billion. Syngenta reports North American sales of $3.5 billion. Syngenta’s crop protection business reported sales of $10.4 billion.…

Giving back to North Dakota FFA members so they can have a positive experience is important for former Minot FFA member Dan Mostad. Mostad remembers many things about his time in the FFA. Listen to his story.    

Caterpillar Inc. says worldwide sales growth slipped to nine percent in January on softer sales in Asia. The company says it’s rolling three month sales increased nine percent last month. That compares to 10 percent in December and 16 percent…

Soybean cyst nematode is generally considered a soybean disease, but can be a large yield-robber in dry beans. Hear more from University of Minnesota Extension plant pathologist Angie Peltier in this week’s Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the Northarvest…

NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says if farmers need to move soybeans, prioritize moving the higher moisture grain first and sit tight for a few more weeks. “I do think the U.S. will get a trade agreement with China.…

As more reports that China is understating the impact of its African Swine Fever outbreak surface, Van Ahn and Company market analyst Kristi Van Ahn remains cautious about China’s African Swine Fever numbers. “China doesn’t report things very well.” Van Ahn…

Basis levels at the six grain elevators the Red River Farm Network follows was mostly unchanged from last week. Wheat basis levels remain 42 to 70 cents under the March futures contract. Corn basis levels range from 45 to 75…

The much-anticipated USDA S/D report is now in the rear view mirror. Advance Trading risk management advisor Tommy Grisafi says the report confirmed what everyone already knew; we have plenty of bushels. A plan for old-crop and new-crop commodities is…

According to market analysts, it’s difficult to build a bullish case for corn and soybeans because the U.S. needs to build more demand. “We need another ethanol-type explosion on the demand side. That’s not in the foreseeable future,” says Richard Brock,…

Friday’s USDA reports were a non-event with traders shrugging off the numbers and focusing back to trade news. Advance Trading market analyst Tommy Grisafi says large supplies continue to impact the market. “It’s back to marketing 101. We have too much…

The Red River Farm Network has teamed up with AgCountry Farm Credit Services in a podcast series called Rural Perspectives. After weeks of anticipation, USDA finally released the January/February crop reports. In episode eight of Rural Perspectives, AgCountry Farm Credit Services…

Syngenta is reporting full year 2018 sales of $13.5 billion, up seven percent from 2017, resulting in a net income of $1.4 billion. Syngenta reports North American sales of $3.5 billion. Syngenta’s crop protection business reported sales of $10.4 billion.…

Giving back to North Dakota FFA members so they can have a positive experience is important for former Minot FFA member Dan Mostad. Mostad remembers many things about his time in the FFA. Listen to his story.    

Caterpillar Inc. says worldwide sales growth slipped to nine percent in January on softer sales in Asia. The company says it’s rolling three month sales increased nine percent last month. That compares to 10 percent in December and 16 percent…

In this week’s Corn Matters, the Minnesota Corn Growers Association updates on a new statewide scholarship program. Listen to the update. Apply for the scholarship.

The president and CEO of the U.S. Grains Council plans to retire this summer. Tom Sleight has been with the Council for 25 years, including seven years at the helm. A search committee has been formed to identify the next…

NDSU Extension Engineer Ken Hellevang says farmers may be able to store higher moisture soybeans through the winter, but that will change as spring arrives. Spring is about one month away.

The Northern Canola Growers Association continues to educate healthcare professionals at the Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives Conference. Hear more in this week’s Canola Minute, made possible by the Northern Canola Growers Association.

The U.S. soybean industry is exploring different markets to move an excess supply of product. At the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo, U.S. Soybean Export Council CEO Jim Sutter said the U.S. is focusing on places with big populations, developing…

More than six weeks away from spring planting, National Sunflower Association Executive Director John Sandbakken says sunflowers are in a good position to pick up acres. “Producers are looking at many different options and there’s consideration for the crop,” explains…

Soybean cyst nematode is generally considered a soybean disease, but can be a large yield-robber in dry beans. Hear more from University of Minnesota Extension plant pathologist Angie Peltier in this week’s Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the Northarvest…

Pesticides are the typical go-to tool for controlling soybean aphids, but that shouldn’t be the only thing farmers use. University of Minnesota Extension Entomologist Robert Koch says biological control is also important along with host plant resistance, the use of pest…

To better identify harmful weeds, NDSU Extension says there’s one good rule of thumb; long hair, don’t care. This means if the weed doesn’t have hair, it’s likely waterhemp or Palmer amaranth. Weed specialist Joe Ikley says farmers need to…

NDSU Extension Engineer Ken Hellevang says farmers may be able to store higher moisture soybeans through the winter, but that will change as spring arrives. Spring is about one month away.

The Northern Canola Growers Association continues to educate healthcare professionals at the Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives Conference. Hear more in this week’s Canola Minute, made possible by the Northern Canola Growers Association.

The Minnesota Beef Update is a production of the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association. This week, Becky Church of the Minnesota Beef Council talks about Chuck Knows Beef. Listen to the Minnesota Beef Update.

It was a record weekend for Schaff Angus Valley production sale at Saint Anthony, North Dakota. Herbster Angus Farms of Fall City, Nebraska bought a one-year old Angus bull named America for a world record price of $1.51 million. That’s…

A joint request has been made by American Farm Bureau, the Livestock Marketing Association, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and others for an exemption from the hours-of-service regs for livestock haulers. Animal welfare is a reason cited by the farm groups.…

The Minnesota Beef Update is a production of the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association. This week, Karin Schaefer of the Minnesota Beef Council talks about the Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show. Listen to the…

East Polk County, Minnesota Farm Bureau President Bennett Osmonson says there is interest in the new dairy program included in the farm bill, known as the Dairy Margin Coverage Program. He understands education will be important. “Implementation is going to take…

The Minnesota Beef Update is a production of the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association. The Cattle Industry Convention was held this past week in New Orleans. Minnesota Beef Council’s Royalee Rhoads has an update on the…

Exports have been a challenge for many commodities, but international beef demand continues to grow. Hensler, North Dakota farmer and rancher Clark Price co-chairs the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Export Growth Committee says the world wants U.S. beef. “It is…

NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says if farmers need to move soybeans, prioritize moving the higher moisture grain first and sit tight for a few more weeks. “I do think the U.S. will get a trade agreement with China.…

Here’s the latest update from the Minnesota Farmers Union. MFU members are asking lawmakers to prioritize healthcare in the legislative session. Hear more from MFU Vice-President Bryan Klabunde.

Earlier this year, North Dakota agriculture groups filed comments on USDA’s interim final rule on wetlands. Attorney Kale Van Bruggen says the NRCS was really trying to say they want to make existing policies more permanent. He is unclear on the…

The Minnesota House Agriculture and Food Finance and Policy committee began its budget discussions for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen gave his testimony, starting with the mission of the agriculture department: enhancing Minnesotans’ quality of life…

The Minnesota Farm Bureau’s Day on the Hill is coming up. Hear more from Northwest Area Program Director Riley Maanum in this week’s update.

2018 was a record-breaking year for the Minnesota ethanol industry. According to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, more than 59 million gallons of E15 were sold this past year. That nearly triples the sales level seen in 2017. The number…

USDA will host a farm bill listening session February 26. The public is invited to offer input on the programs overseen by the Farm Service Agency, Risk Management Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service. The three agencies are looking for…