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.

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…

USDA announces a record $13.8 billion in farm safety net payments for the 2025 crop year. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins said the ARC and PLC coverage payments are the largest since the programs began in 2014. Corn, soybeans, wheat, canola,…

American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President of Public Policy and Economic Analysis John Newton said stronger commodity prices have not been enough to offset rising expenses. Congress is considering another farm assistance package during the lame-duck session. Newton also pointed…

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…

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 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…

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…

If realized, this year’s canola production in Minnesota and North Dakota will be the highest ever. The planted area in North Dakota is record high at 2.3 million acres, up nearly 30 percent from last year. North Dakota’s canola yield…

With the sugarbeet stockpile harvest underway, growers are seeing a dropoff in tonnage. In today’s USDA report, Minnesota’s beet crop is estimated at 29.1 tons per acre. That’s down 1.2 tons per acre from last month’s report. For North Dakota,…

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…

November Brent crude prices were at $102 per barrel this morning, while West Texas Intermediate crude was at $90 per barrel. Traders are offsetting additional attacks in the Strait of Hormuz with a decision by the G7 countries to release…

The Russia-Ukraine war is putting additional pressure on an already tight global fuel market. Russia says it will intensify strikes across Ukraine after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his military will increase attacks on Russian oil refineries. The escalation comes…

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…

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.

Claire Ehnert is the new Clay County Extension Educator for 4-H Youth Development and is based in Moorhead. Ehnert previously worked for the Ramsey County Soil Conservation District and was an intern with the Red River Farm Network.

Ag United for South Dakota has named Kelly Brandlee its new executive director. Brandlee is a Pierpont, South Dakota farmer and ag communications professional who previously worked for Ag United and South Dakota Soybean Research and Promotion Council. She suceeds…

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…

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…

The South Dakota Farmers Union wants a special legislative session to cut state fuel taxes. President Doug Sombke is asking lawmakers to temporarily lower the state’s 28-cent-per-gallon gas and diesel tax to just one cent. The group also wants protection…

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…

If realized, this year’s canola production in Minnesota and North Dakota will be the highest ever. The planted area in North Dakota is record high at 2.3 million acres, up nearly 30 percent from last year. North Dakota’s canola yield…

With the sugarbeet stockpile harvest underway, growers are seeing a dropoff in tonnage. In today’s USDA report, Minnesota’s beet crop is estimated at 29.1 tons per acre. That’s down 1.2 tons per acre from last month’s report. For North Dakota,…

According to the NDSU Integrated Pest Management Crop Survey, soybean aphids were found in 12 percent of the fields surveyed this past year. That’s half the infestation levels seen in 2025. Cool, wet conditions kept the population low early in…

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…

Timing paid off for cattle producers able to keep yearlings on grass longer this fall. Steve Hellwing, auctioneer and co-owner of Hub City Livestock in Aberdeen, South Dakota, says recent moisture and tighter supply of yearlings have helped move prices…

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…

The South Dakota Farmers Union wants a special legislative session to cut state fuel taxes. President Doug Sombke is asking lawmakers to temporarily lower the state’s 28-cent-per-gallon gas and diesel tax to just one cent. The group also wants protection…

USDA announces a record $13.8 billion in farm safety net payments for the 2025 crop year. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins said the ARC and PLC coverage payments are the largest since the programs began in 2014. Corn, soybeans, wheat, canola,…

South Dakota is clarifying who can use red dye diesel for on-road travel under President Trump’s executive order. The Department of Revenue says only agricultural users with a valid exemption certificate could use dyed diesel on highways. That includes farmers, ranchers,…