The snow pack is starting to warm up in the Red River Basin. It’s considered a slow thaw so far. Grand Forks based National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Greg Gust is hopeful big runoff will be delayed. “Even if…

The trade is leaning somewhere around 86 million acres of soybeans and 91.5 to 92 million acres of corn ahead of the upcoming USDA Prospective Plantings report. That’s according to Zaner Ag Hedge Chief Marketing Strategist Ted Seified. He says…

In Nebraska and Iowa, the historic flooding is leaving behind large-scale damage. In a Fox Business Network interview, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said that existing safety net programs may not be enough to cover the damages. “I spoke with the…

Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says flooding on the nation’s inland waterways not only impact barge transportation to the ports, but it also movement of fertilizer products north. “April is typically the busiest month of the year for…

What may have looked like a sufficient hay pile last fall is becoming questionable for some cattle producers. The prolonged cold of the winter months required an increase in feed to meet the energy needs of cattle. “There are some…

The Red River Farm Network has a new podcast: Weed Management Strategies. The ten-part series explores best management practices and the tools to help farmers take care of herbicide resistant weeds. In the debut episode, Tom Peters, an agronomist for…

Brazil will implement a duty-free tariff rate quota for U.S. wheat. This gives U.S. wheat growers access to about 28 million bushels of opportunity, according to U.S. Wheat Associates Vice-President of Communications Steve Mercer. “Argentina is where Brazil buys most…

Increasing rail charges were part of the discussion as National Grain and Feed Association members met last week. President Randy Gordon says there’s been access charges imposed by rail carriers on shippers. “We believe these are commercially unfair and nonreciprocal.…

The snow pack is starting to warm up in the Red River Basin. It’s considered a slow thaw so far. Grand Forks based National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Greg Gust is hopeful big runoff will be delayed. “Even if…

The Red River Farm Network has teamed up with AgCountry Farm Credit Services in a podcast series called Rural Perspectives. USDA released the March World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report. In episode ten of Rural Perspectives, AgCountry Farm Credit…

Trade and farm bill implementation remain top policy priorities for agriculture. Senator John Hoeven hosted a roundtable discussion about those topics with North Dakota agriculture groups in Bismarck. Hear more in this week’s Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the…

The trade is leaning somewhere around 86 million acres of soybeans and 91.5 to 92 million acres of corn ahead of the upcoming USDA Prospective Plantings report. That’s according to Zaner Ag Hedge Chief Marketing Strategist Ted Seified. He says…

Local sugarbeet growers may want to double check seed needs before planting. Ses VanderHave sales manager Nick Revier says the later the planting season, the lower the yield projections will be. “Sugarbeet growers may have to compensate by planting a…

A delayed planting season is likely for local growers. Pioneer U.S. Corn Lead Ryan Myers says the snow can be positive and negative. “A hard freeze can help the ground get fit and we’re going to start with good moisture…

The Red River Farm Network has teamed up with AgCountry Farm Credit Services in a podcast series called Rural Perspectives. USDA released the March World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report. In episode ten of Rural Perspectives, AgCountry Farm Credit…

The trade is leaning somewhere around 86 million acres of soybeans and 91.5 to 92 million acres of corn ahead of the upcoming USDA Prospective Plantings report. That’s according to Zaner Ag Hedge Chief Marketing Strategist Ted Seified. He says…

As African Swine Fever spreads through Asia and Eastern Europe, U.S. hog producers are being asked to boost biosecurity measures and monitor hog herds. USDA Chief Veterinarian Jack Shere says be vigilant. “If your pigs are sick, report immediately,” he…

While the meetings between U.S. President Trump and Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro were positive for U.S. wheat growers, Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association President Dan Younggren says sugarbeet growers continue to watch closely. “We don’t need another pound of…

There was positive growth for North Dakota exports in 2018, even with trade tariff uncertainty. The U.S. Census Bureau says the state’s exports had an overall increase of up to $6.8 billion. North Dakota equipment manufacturing segment exports increased 26…

During the next ten years, U.S. agriculture will face additional competition from other countries in the world market. By 2028, USDA expects U.S. corn exports to increase by seven million tons from this year. That’s a gain of 11 percent.…

The Canola Minute is made possible by the Northern Canola Growers Association. Recently, the NCGA board met and reviewed the research projects submitted for funding. Executive Director Barry Coleman explains more in this week’s update.

Youth from across North Dakota recently competed in the state 4-H Livestock Judging Contest at North Dakota State University. The team from Dickey County took first place in the senior division, while the Morton County team took first in the…

The Nebraska Cattlemen have launched a new disaster relief fund to help cattle producers impacted by the recent winter storm and flooding. In addition, federal disaster assistance resources, including the Livestock Indemnity Program, Emergency Livestock Assistance Program and Emergency Conservation…

As the snow begins to melt and thoughts turn toward spring, Helena Agri-Enterprises product manager Jim Loken reminds farmers to focus on what you can control in the field. “Last fall was a real challenge. This spring, it will be…

The Specialty Soya and Grains Alliance has named Eric Wenberg as its new executive director. Wenberg’s hiring comes after the Midwest Shippers Association and the Northern Food Grade Soybean Association merged to form the alliance. Previously, Wenberg served with USDA’s…

The long and cold winter has been tough for South Dakota farmers and ranchers. Listen to more in this week’s Corn Comments, an update from the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council.

One-million pounds of Chinese pork has been seized by U.S. Customs at the Newark, New Jersey Port of Entry. The pork was being smuggled within more than 50 shipping containers. Due to African Swine Fever, the meat is not allowed…

Pivot Bio is introducing the first in-field solution to biological nitrogen fixation for the 2019 planting season. This product attaches to the plant roots and feeds the crop each day. Minot farmer Chad Rubbelke will be using this microbial fertilizer…

The snow pack is starting to warm up in the Red River Basin. It’s considered a slow thaw so far. Grand Forks based National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Greg Gust is hopeful big runoff will be delayed. “Even if…

The Red River Farm Network has teamed up with AgCountry Farm Credit Services in a podcast series called Rural Perspectives. USDA released the March World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report. In episode ten of Rural Perspectives, AgCountry Farm Credit…

The trade is leaning somewhere around 86 million acres of soybeans and 91.5 to 92 million acres of corn ahead of the upcoming USDA Prospective Plantings report. That’s according to Zaner Ag Hedge Chief Marketing Strategist Ted Seified. He says…

Local sugarbeet growers may want to double check seed needs before planting. Ses VanderHave sales manager Nick Revier says the later the planting season, the lower the yield projections will be. “Sugarbeet growers may have to compensate by planting a…

A delayed planting season is likely for local growers. Pioneer U.S. Corn Lead Ryan Myers says the snow can be positive and negative. “A hard freeze can help the ground get fit and we’re going to start with good moisture…

USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach, the former Nebraska Agriculture Director, says losses in the state are massive. “Fifty-six of our 93 counties have requested disaster declarations. The Nebraska Agriculture Department initial estimates are as much…

The keynote speaker at the International Sugarbeet Institute, Dan Colacicco, answered questions and updated sugarbeet growers on trade and policy. Colacicco says trade agreements are always a concern, but the sugar policy in place is working. “Right now, the U.S.…

USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach, the former Nebraska Agriculture Director, says losses in the state are massive. “Fifty-six of our 93 counties have requested disaster declarations. The Nebraska Agriculture Department initial estimates are as much…

As African Swine Fever spreads through Asia and Eastern Europe, U.S. hog producers are being asked to boost biosecurity measures and monitor hog herds. USDA Chief Veterinarian Jack Shere says be vigilant. “If your pigs are sick, report immediately,” he…

In Nebraska and Iowa, the historic flooding is leaving behind large-scale damage. In a Fox Business Network interview, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said that existing safety net programs may not be enough to cover the damages. “I spoke with the…

What may have looked like a sufficient hay pile last fall is becoming questionable for some cattle producers. The prolonged cold of the winter months required an increase in feed to meet the energy needs of cattle. “There are some…

The Minnesota Beef Update is a production of the Minnesota Beef Council and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association. Cattlemen are making efforts to combat foreign animal diseases. Hear more from MSCA Executive Director Ashley Kohls.

South Dakota crop and livestock producers are cleaning up from the recent flood and blizzard events. In response, South Dakota State University Extension has compiled a variety of resources for those farmers and ranchers. The National Weather Service is calling…

The Rural Finance Authority Board is issuing a disaster declaration for Minnesota. This makes low interest loans available for farmers who have suffered barn collapses or other damage to record winter snowfall. The program is offering financing to repair existing…

Increasing rail charges were part of the discussion as National Grain and Feed Association members met last week. President Randy Gordon says there’s been access charges imposed by rail carriers on shippers. “We believe these are commercially unfair and nonreciprocal.…

Trade and farm bill implementation remain top policy priorities for agriculture. Senator John Hoeven hosted a roundtable discussion about those topics with North Dakota agriculture groups in Bismarck. Hear more in this week’s Dry Bean Scene, made possible by the…

While the meetings between U.S. President Trump and Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro were positive for U.S. wheat growers, Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association President Dan Younggren says sugarbeet growers continue to watch closely. “We don’t need another pound of…

The Senate Appropriations Committee heard testimony on the agriculture research bill. North Dakota Soybean Growers Association Legislative Director Scott Rising says more funding is needed for NDSU Extension. Listen to more in the North Dakota Legislative Report, sponsored by NDFB,…

Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says flooding on the nation’s inland waterways not only impact barge transportation to the ports, but it also movement of fertilizer products north. “April is typically the busiest month of the year for…

Corn Matters is a weekly update from Minnesota Corn Growers Association. The association has been advocating for additional funding for the University of Minnesota Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Tech Transfer program. Hear more from MCGA President Brian Thalmann.

Brazil will implement a duty-free tariff rate quota for U.S. wheat. This gives U.S. wheat growers access to about 28 million bushels of opportunity, according to U.S. Wheat Associates Vice-President of Communications Steve Mercer. “Argentina is where Brazil buys most…