An American Farm Bureau Federation Market Intel report found most of the U.S. farm household income is from off-farm sources. “Seventy-seven percent of income that farm households receive comes from those off-farm sources, meaning only 23 percent comes from farm-related…

House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig and her fellow Democratic members have sent a letter to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, voicing concern about USDA’s Deferred Resignation Program and Reduction in Force plans. The letter said there is fear the…

The agriculture finance bill is the first omnibus budget bill to pass the Minnesota House this session. It had overwhelming support with a vote of 130-to-three. Agriculture Committee Co-Chair Paul Anderson said it is a solid piece of legislation. “This is…

The Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton FFA Chapter is one of a handful of new programs chartered at the state convention. DGF FFA President Madison Camacho said this is the culmination of years of hard work. “I’ve been in FFA since my freshman year…

Robert F. Kennedy’s Make America Healthy Again agenda is gaining momentum. During the ag leaders’ roundtable at North Dakota State University, the region’s unique role in the production of oilseeds was discussed. “There’s a lot of misinformation out on the internet…

The diversity of North Dakota agriculture was on full display during the roundtable discussion with ag leaders. Agriculture Secretary Rollins heard from leaders in nearly every commodity, from dry beans to potatoes and from cattle to corn.  North Dakota Soybean…

North Dakota Senate Bill 2177 delivers a boost for animal agriculture. “The bill will redirect a small amount of state sales and use taxes that would be collected from animal agriculture development and use taxes on those materials for developing…

In the latest Well Grounded podcast, Acres and Shares President Jayson Menke and RRFN Farm Broadcaster Randy Konen visit with NDSU Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryon Parman about the recent North Dakota Land Values Survey. Gain insight by listening to…

Thousands of Minnesota FFA members are competing this week in Career Development Events, participating in workshops and delegate sessions. Minnesota FFA Foundation Executive Director Val Aarsvold is also looking forward to general sessions. “We’re going to see a record-breaking year…

Planting is ahead of schedule in southwestern North Dakota for Greg Kessel. The Belfield farmer is finished with small grains and field peas . He’s waiting to start on corn. “We’ve had a couple of significant rains, we’re still so…

The amount of field activity varies across northeastern North Dakota. “It’s kind of hit and miss,” said Brent Baldwin. “We got a couple of quarters of wheat in.” When interviewed on Friday, Baldwin expected to have two quarters seeded. Moisture…

Farm bankruptcies jumped 55 percent from 2023 to 2024 and are climbing higher this year, driven by low commodity prices and high input costs. Tariff uncertainty, immigration policy changes, and delayed federal support are adding to the financial strain. According…

Mandan, North Dakota area farmer Dennis Renner is nearly done with his spring wheat seeding. “Most people are nearing the end of small grain seeding, looking to start on corn and beans probably in early May.” Despite ongoing dryness, Renner…

The planting pace picked up this past week in west central Minnesota. Elbow Lake farmer Scott Swenson reports conditions improved significantly. “Just the last couple of days, I think everybody’s been going.” Swenson noted soybean planting has not started, but…

In the latest Well Grounded podcast, Acres and Shares President Jayson Menke and RRFN Farm Broadcaster Randy Konen visit with NDSU Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryon Parman about the recent North Dakota Land Values Survey. Gain insight by listening to…

Demand for grain transportation in the first quarter of the year remained strong. While rail grain carloads were slightly below average nationally, record corn exports were seen from the Pacific Northwest export terminals. By state, the grain cars loaded and…

Robert F. Kennedy’s Make America Healthy Again agenda is gaining momentum. During the ag leaders’ roundtable at North Dakota State University, the region’s unique role in the production of oilseeds was discussed. “There’s a lot of misinformation out on the internet…

During his trip to India, Vice President J.D. Vance announced progress on a bilateral trade deal. Few details were provided, but the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said the United States wants more market access, lower tariffs and the…

In this edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says gold continues to set new contract highs. “That is a little concerning because it also shows that there are questions about…

University of Minnesota Extension Economist Ed Usset says current trade tensions with China feel broader and more uncertain than anything in recent memory, even compared to the 2018 trade war. How should a farmer respond to this time of uncertainty?…

China has warned any country that makes a trade deal with the United States. The Trump Administration has said it plans to pressure those countries to limit trade with China. The Chinese commerce ministry made it clear it opposes any…

In the latest Well Grounded podcast, Acres and Shares President Jayson Menke and RRFN Farm Broadcaster Randy Konen visit with NDSU Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryon Parman about the recent North Dakota Land Values Survey. Gain insight by listening to…

Thousands of Minnesota FFA members are competing this week in Career Development Events, participating in workshops and delegate sessions. Minnesota FFA Foundation Executive Director Val Aarsvold is also looking forward to general sessions. “We’re going to see a record-breaking year…

Farm bankruptcies jumped 55 percent from 2023 to 2024 and are climbing higher this year, driven by low commodity prices and high input costs. Tariff uncertainty, immigration policy changes, and delayed federal support are adding to the financial strain. According…

An American Farm Bureau Federation Market Intel report found most of the U.S. farm household income is from off-farm sources. “Seventy-seven percent of income that farm households receive comes from those off-farm sources, meaning only 23 percent comes from farm-related…

NDSU Extension presented its 2025 Friend of Extension Award to Nancy Nicolas-Maier and Larry Hoffman. Nikolas-Mayer is the director of the adult and aging services division with the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services. Hoffman is a Cass…

In the Canola Minute, Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman offers insight into the 45Z biofuel regulations and the impact on the canola industry.  Click here. 

A federal appeals court has rejected an attempt by Food and Water Watch, the Center for Biological Diversity and other activist groups to tighten the regulations for large animal feeding operations. These groups claimed the EPA acted in an arbitrary…

Planting is ahead of schedule in southwestern North Dakota for Greg Kessel. The Belfield farmer is finished with small grains and field peas . He’s waiting to start on corn. “We’ve had a couple of significant rains, we’re still so…

The amount of field activity varies across northeastern North Dakota. “It’s kind of hit and miss,” said Brent Baldwin. “We got a couple of quarters of wheat in.” When interviewed on Friday, Baldwin expected to have two quarters seeded. Moisture…

Mandan, North Dakota area farmer Dennis Renner is nearly done with his spring wheat seeding. “Most people are nearing the end of small grain seeding, looking to start on corn and beans probably in early May.” Despite ongoing dryness, Renner…

The planting pace picked up this past week in west central Minnesota. Elbow Lake farmer Scott Swenson reports conditions improved significantly. “Just the last couple of days, I think everybody’s been going.” Swenson noted soybean planting has not started, but…

Farmers in southeastern North Dakota are making strong strides with spring planting. At Oakes, Scott German shared that the heavy, wet snow last month came at the perfect time, providing much-needed moisture. “I don’t remember planting conditions as good as…

Harlan Klein is nearly finished with his spring wheat seeding at Elgin, North Dakota. Despite dry conditions, Klein said planting has gone smoothly. “The top inch of the soil is dry and for the way we seed, that works ideally…

In the latest Dry Bean Scene, University of Minnesota Extension Entomologist Bob Koch shares an update on soybean gall midge and the impact on dry beans. Click here.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been confirmed in a backyard chicken flock in North Dakota’s Stutsman County. The flock has been destroyed and the site is under quarantine. This is the first case of avian influenza in North Dakota this…

A federal appeals court has rejected an attempt by Food and Water Watch, the Center for Biological Diversity and other activist groups to tighten the regulations for large animal feeding operations. These groups claimed the EPA acted in an arbitrary…

North Dakota Senate Bill 2177 delivers a boost for animal agriculture. “The bill will redirect a small amount of state sales and use taxes that would be collected from animal agriculture development and use taxes on those materials for developing…

USDAS’s March Cattle on Feed report showed 11.6 million head of cattle in the nation’s feedlots as of April 1. That is down two percent from a year ago. Placements were up five percent from last year at 1.84 million…

Despite growing social media chatter, the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association says there are no confirmed reports of stolen calves in the state. “What we’ve got is people who have called and said they’ve heard it’s going on,” said Chief Brand…

As drought conditions persist across North Dakota, NDSU Extension is warning livestock producers to monitor water quality in stock ponds. “There’s a lot of water sources that are dry or nearly dry with the lack of snow and runoff,” said…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota Cattlemen’s Association Executive Director Kaityln Root offers information on the Steak on the Stick event. It will be held April 24 at the Minnesota State Capitol. Learn more. 

North Dakota Corn Growers Association President Andrew Mauch called Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins’ visit to the state a “historic day for farmers.” Mauch and other ag leaders pushed for a permanent waiver to allow year-round sales of E15 fuel, highlighting…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says the partnership with Elon Musk is helping to modernize the USDA and better serve farmers. “I’ve worked right next to Elon for a couple of months now, and his heart and his mind are all…

During Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins’ visit to Fargo, North Dakota Representative Julie Fedorchak praised the state’s agricultural leadership, emphasizing its innovation and resilience. Fedorchak also credited the Trump administration for its continued support of Rural America. “President Trump loves agriculture,…

House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig and her fellow Democratic members have sent a letter to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, voicing concern about USDA’s Deferred Resignation Program and Reduction in Force plans. The letter said there is fear the…

The North Dakota Legislature is the first in the nation to address pesticide labeling requirements and the farmers’ access to those crop protection tools. Governor Armstrong signed House Bill 1318 into law this past week. Learn more in this week’s…

The agriculture finance bill is the first omnibus budget bill to pass the Minnesota House this session. It had overwhelming support with a vote of 130-to-three. Agriculture Committee Co-Chair Paul Anderson said it is a solid piece of legislation. “This is…

North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong has signed legislation that safeguards the farmers’ access to crop protection products. The bill said federally approved pesticide labels are the law and are not subject to activist lawsuits. Ongoing litigation nationwide over the use…