It wasn’t a fit everywhere, but beets started going in the ground on the weekend of April 12-13. More acres were seeded as the week went on. “We’re looking at generally an earlier start that’s over the last 10-year average…

A report released by NDSU Extension showed farmland values throughout North Dakota have increased by more than 10% each of the last four years. Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryan Parman was surprised by those numbers. “I expected land prices to…

Now that warmer weather is here, so too are first plant dates for crop insurance. “It varies a little bit by what county you’re in,” said Countryside Insurance Agency President Jennifer Otteson. “For some, like the sugarbeet early planning date…

With the White House’s back-and-forth on tariffs, the impact on agricultural trade is obvious. The biggest price influence is on the countries that purchase large volumes of U.S. commodities. “For soybeans, without a doubt, that’s China,” said NDSU Extension Crops…

With billions paid out in litigation and more court cases pending, Bayer is evaluating whether the legacy Roundup brand will be part of the company’s future. Bayer CEO Bill Anderson told the Wall Street Journal a decision will be made…

The size of the USDA workforce is being trimmed back through firings and potential office closures. There are also reports that up to 16,000 USDA employees have accepted deferred resignation offers and will be gone at the end of the…

Going into spring, the ag economic situation is “a tale of two farms.” Bell Bank Senior Vice President and Director of Agribusiness Development Lynn Paulson says livestock producers are on firmer footing than crop-only farmers. “If you’re in the livestock business,…

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…

Margins are razor thin, but Minnesota Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson says work is being done in the Minnesota Legislature. “Even with all of the volatility and rhetoric around it, it feels a little more like legislating again,” said Johnson.…

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?…

If Bayer discontinued production of Roundup, NDSU Extension Weed Specialist Joe Ikley said glyphosate would still be available through other suppliers. “In the short-term, it would just tighten up supplies,” said Ikley. “It would change up the supply chain a…

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. 

In the WestBred Wheat Report, WestBred Seed Account Manager Joe Narlock offers advice on getting the best start with the spring wheat crop. What are ways to mitigate risk? Find out more by clicking here. 

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 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…

With the White House’s back-and-forth on tariffs, the impact on agricultural trade is obvious. The biggest price influence is on the countries that purchase large volumes of U.S. commodities. “For soybeans, without a doubt, that’s China,” said NDSU Extension Crops…

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…

After meeting with the Italian prime minister in the White House, President Trump said he is 100 percent confident there will be a trade deal between the U.S. and Europe. This was the first face-to-face meeting with a European leader…

The United States is scaling back its plan to charge Chinese ships millions of dollars in fees in U.S. ports. The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office zeroed out these fees for the first 180 days. After that, the fees will be…

If Bayer discontinued production of Roundup, NDSU Extension Weed Specialist Joe Ikley said glyphosate would still be available through other suppliers. “In the short-term, it would just tighten up supplies,” said Ikley. “It would change up the supply chain a…

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. 

In the WestBred Wheat Report, WestBred Seed Account Manager Joe Narlock offers advice on getting the best start with the spring wheat crop. What are ways to mitigate risk? Find out more by clicking here. 

The Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers have scheduled a series of listening sessions regarding Waters of the United States. Before taking new administrative action, the agencies want to learn from past regulatory approaches and the 2023 Sacket…

The University of Minnesota College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences has named the 2025 Siehl Prize laureates, recognizing exceptional contributions to agriculture in production, agribusiness, and knowledge. This year’s recipients are Carmen Fernholz, an organic farming pioneer from…

A report released by NDSU Extension showed farmland values throughout North Dakota have increased by more than 10% each of the last four years. Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryan Parman was surprised by those numbers. “I expected land prices to…

Now that warmer weather is here, so too are first plant dates for crop insurance. “It varies a little bit by what county you’re in,” said Countryside Insurance Agency President Jennifer Otteson. “For some, like the sugarbeet early planning date…

If Bayer discontinued production of Roundup, NDSU Extension Weed Specialist Joe Ikley said glyphosate would still be available through other suppliers. “In the short-term, it would just tighten up supplies,” said Ikley. “It would change up the supply chain a…

In the WestBred Wheat Report, WestBred Seed Account Manager Joe Narlock offers advice on getting the best start with the spring wheat crop. What are ways to mitigate risk? Find out more by clicking here. 

The Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers have scheduled a series of listening sessions regarding Waters of the United States. Before taking new administrative action, the agencies want to learn from past regulatory approaches and the 2023 Sacket…

With fertilizer going down, farmers in the Perham, Minnesota area are expected to hit the fields hard this week. “Hopefully, the weather holds decent for us,” said Brad Guck, agronomist, Professional Agronomy Services. “Traditionally, right around the Perham area, the…

It wasn’t a fit everywhere, but beets started going in the ground on the weekend of April 12-13. More acres were seeded as the week went on. “We’re looking at generally an earlier start that’s over the last 10-year average…

Now that warmer weather is here, so too are first plant dates for crop insurance. “It varies a little bit by what county you’re in,” said Countryside Insurance Agency President Jennifer Otteson. “For some, like the sugarbeet early planning date…

With the White House’s back-and-forth on tariffs, the impact on agricultural trade is obvious. The biggest price influence is on the countries that purchase large volumes of U.S. commodities. “For soybeans, without a doubt, that’s China,” said NDSU Extension Crops…

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. 

With these volatile markets, SDSU Extension Livestock Business Management Specialist Heather Gessner wants farmers and ranchers to pay attention to the numbers. “It’s the part that they hate the most, but I truly believe when things are this crazy and…

The Midwest Poultry Federation PEAK Conference brings together the poultry industry to share information and network. “The hot topics for PEAK this year, first and foremost, is avian metapneumovirus,” said Ashley Kohls, executive director, MInnesota Turkey Growers Association. “We are…

A bill has been introduced in the Senate to create a special investigation office within USDA’s Packers and Stockyards division. This office would address competition issues within the meatpacking industry. Similar legislation was introduced in 2022 and 2023. North Dakota…

Margins are razor thin, but Minnesota Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson says work is being done in the Minnesota Legislature. “Even with all of the volatility and rhetoric around it, it feels a little more like legislating again,” said Johnson.…

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. 

With the White House’s back-and-forth on tariffs, the impact on agricultural trade is obvious. The biggest price influence is on the countries that purchase large volumes of U.S. commodities. “For soybeans, without a doubt, that’s China,” said NDSU Extension Crops…

With billions paid out in litigation and more court cases pending, Bayer is evaluating whether the legacy Roundup brand will be part of the company’s future. Bayer CEO Bill Anderson told the Wall Street Journal a decision will be made…

The size of the USDA workforce is being trimmed back through firings and potential office closures. There are also reports that up to 16,000 USDA employees have accepted deferred resignation offers and will be gone at the end of the…

After meeting with the Italian prime minister in the White House, President Trump said he is 100 percent confident there will be a trade deal between the U.S. and Europe. This was the first face-to-face meeting with a European leader…

A decision to review and revise the Endangered Species Act is being praised by North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring. Goehring said if the new regulations are implemented, it will protect landowner rights, allow farmers to use critical crop protection…