The U.S.-Chinese trade relationship took many twists and turns this past week. Early in the week, President Trump addressed the trade relationship with China in a White House news briefing. “Look, I have a great relationship with President Xi, but…

Cattle futures plummeted in reaction to President Trump’s comments on consumer beef prices. “While I don’t know the specifics of what the President has in mind and what it all means, the remarks were concerning,” said Julie Ellingson, executive vice…

In the final minutes of a media briefing on Thursday, President Trump said energy and food prices are coming down. The one exception has been beef prices. “I think we have a deal on beef that would bring the price…

Once the government reopens, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said a farm assistance package will be created, using tariff revenues to compensate farmers. She said it is also important to eventually move away from the hamster wheel of farm bailout programs.…

This past week was the best ever for calf sales at Faith Livestock, with prices breaking all-time records. There was a sale of 131 head of 426-pound calves that brought $600. That’s the highest 4-weight sale for a lot of…

The American Lamb Board is offering $350,000 in research funding for fiscal year 2026 to support projects that strengthen the U.S. lamb industry. Proposals are being sought for initiatives that expand domestic sheep production and improve the quality and marketability…

U.S. farmers are expected to shift more acres to soybeans next year while cutting back on corn and wheat. S&P Global Commodity Insights projects 2026 corn plantings at 96 million acres, soybeans at 83 million acres, and total wheat at…

The U.S.-Chinese trade relationship took many twists and turns this past week. Early in the week, President Trump addressed the trade relationship with China in a White House news briefing. “Look, I have a great relationship with President Xi, but…

The South Dakota Farmers Union has delivered a significant pork donation to Feeding South Dakota. “Farmers Union Enterprises, which is comprised of five state Farmers Unions; Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin, has donated 175,000 of hams to…

Cattle futures plummeted in reaction to President Trump’s comments on consumer beef prices. “While I don’t know the specifics of what the President has in mind and what it all means, the remarks were concerning,” said Julie Ellingson, executive vice…

Growers are pushing forward with the current sugarbeet campaign. “We’re not done yet, that’s for sure, we probably have another 25 percent of the crop left to go,” said Betaseed Sales Manager John Samdahl. “It’s been a battle between the…

Minnesota Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach is a member of the House Ways and Means trade subcommittee. When asked about the current trade strategy, Fischbach said President Trump is bringing people to the table. “I will say this, at least they are…

In the final minutes of a media briefing on Thursday, President Trump said energy and food prices are coming down. The one exception has been beef prices. “I think we have a deal on beef that would bring the price…

Once the government reopens, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said a farm assistance package will be created, using tariff revenues to compensate farmers. She said it is also important to eventually move away from the hamster wheel of farm bailout programs.…

The U.S.-Chinese trade relationship took many twists and turns this past week. Early in the week, President Trump addressed the trade relationship with China in a White House news briefing. “Look, I have a great relationship with President Xi, but…

Cattle futures plummeted in reaction to President Trump’s comments on consumer beef prices. “While I don’t know the specifics of what the President has in mind and what it all means, the remarks were concerning,” said Julie Ellingson, executive vice…

Minnesota Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach is a member of the House Ways and Means trade subcommittee. When asked about the current trade strategy, Fischbach said President Trump is bringing people to the table. “I will say this, at least they are…

U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer and Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with the Brazilian foreign affairs ministry on Thursday to discuss trade. Brazil is currently dealing with 50 percent tariffs from the U.S. A meeting between President Trump and…

China still needs to purchase 8-9 million tons of soybeans for December-January shipment. Those purchases are on hold for two reasons. They are avoiding the U.S. market because of the trade war. Price is the headache for South American soybeans.…

U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer and Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with the Brazilian foreign affairs ministry Thursday to discuss trade. Brazil is currently dealing with 50 percent tariffs from the U.S. A meeting between President Trump and Brazilian…

According to a new report from the CoBank Knowledge Exchange, another four or five quarter-point interest rate cuts are expected through the end of next year. That would put the baseline interest rate around three percent at the end of…

The South Dakota Farmers Union has delivered a significant pork donation to Feeding South Dakota. “Farmers Union Enterprises, which is comprised of five state Farmers Unions; Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin, has donated 175,000 of hams to…

In the final minutes of a media briefing on Thursday, President Trump said energy and food prices are coming down. The one exception has been beef prices. “I think we have a deal on beef that would bring the price…

This past week was the best ever for calf sales at Faith Livestock, with prices breaking all-time records. There was a sale of 131 head of 426-pound calves that brought $600. That’s the highest 4-weight sale for a lot of…

The Red Angus Association has hired Greg Ruehle as its new executive vice president. Ruehle’s background includes executive leadership roles with the Nebraska Cattlemen, American Shorthorn Association, National Sorghum Producers and Independent Professional Seed Association.

The American Lamb Board is offering $350,000 in research funding for fiscal year 2026 to support projects that strengthen the U.S. lamb industry. Proposals are being sought for initiatives that expand domestic sheep production and improve the quality and marketability…

South Dakota State University is releasing a new hard red winter wheat variety. SD Vivian demonstrates moderate to good resistance to drought, stem rust and Hessian fly. It is also described as a high-yielding variety with above-average protein. It will…

With many farmers preparing for their fall fertilizer applications, Agvise Soil Scientist John Breker says it all starts with soil sampling. “With fertilizer prices as high as they are, it’s important to have up-to-date soil test information so you know…

Growers are pushing forward with the current sugarbeet campaign. “We’re not done yet, that’s for sure, we probably have another 25 percent of the crop left to go,” said Betaseed Sales Manager John Samdahl. “It’s been a battle between the…

U.S. farmers are expected to shift more acres to soybeans next year while cutting back on corn and wheat. S&P Global Commodity Insights projects 2026 corn plantings at 96 million acres, soybeans at 83 million acres, and total wheat at…

Despite weather-related delays, Carl Hoverson, a farmer in the Larimore, North Dakota area, says the overall potato crop quality was good. “A lot of hot weather, so we had to wait a lot of days. Most days we worked this…

For the most part, the soybean harvest has been put to bed in southwest Minnesota. Matt Widboom, who farms at Worthington, had an above-average crop with yields in the 60s and 70s or better. The average was brought down by…

In the Pioneer Agronomy Update, Field Agronomist Kevin Sinner says attention will soon shift to crop evaluation for 2025. The Granular app can scrutinize planting dates, fertility, fungicide treatments and more. Listen to this update to learn more about this…

Even with an early frost that took off a bit of the top end in the soybeans, Rugby, North Dakota farmer Steve Fritel says the overall yields were good. “We noticed the yield differences, but overall, I guess we’re pleased…

With many farmers preparing for their fall fertilizer applications, Agvise Soil Scientist John Breker says it all starts with soil sampling. “With fertilizer prices as high as they are, it’s important to have up-to-date soil test information so you know…

Cattle futures plummeted in reaction to President Trump’s comments on consumer beef prices. “While I don’t know the specifics of what the President has in mind and what it all means, the remarks were concerning,” said Julie Ellingson, executive vice…

In the final minutes of a media briefing on Thursday, President Trump said energy and food prices are coming down. The one exception has been beef prices. “I think we have a deal on beef that would bring the price…

This past week was the best ever for calf sales at Faith Livestock, with prices breaking all-time records. There was a sale of 131 head of 426-pound calves that brought $600. That’s the highest 4-weight sale for a lot of…

The Red Angus Association has hired Greg Ruehle as its new executive vice president. Ruehle’s background includes executive leadership roles with the Nebraska Cattlemen, American Shorthorn Association, National Sorghum Producers and Independent Professional Seed Association.

The American Lamb Board is offering $350,000 in research funding for fiscal year 2026 to support projects that strengthen the U.S. lamb industry. Proposals are being sought for initiatives that expand domestic sheep production and improve the quality and marketability…

Dairy Farmers of America remains the largest dairy cooperative nationwide. Milk volume totaled 55.7 billion pounds, down 6 million pounds from 2024. According to the Hoard’s Dairyman list of the top 50 dairy co-ops, Edge Dairy Farm Cooperative moved up…

According to National Milk Producers Federation Chairman Randy Mooney, labor is the #1 challenge for the dairy industry. “We’ve got the H-2A visas that don’t really fit dairy because they’re seasonal workers,” said Mooney. “We’ve got now the Trump Administration…

The U.S.-Chinese trade relationship took many twists and turns this past week. Early in the week, President Trump addressed the trade relationship with China in a White House news briefing. “Look, I have a great relationship with President Xi, but…

Cattle futures plummeted in reaction to President Trump’s comments on consumer beef prices. “While I don’t know the specifics of what the President has in mind and what it all means, the remarks were concerning,” said Julie Ellingson, executive vice…

Minnesota Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach is a member of the House Ways and Means trade subcommittee. When asked about the current trade strategy, Fischbach said President Trump is bringing people to the table. “I will say this, at least they are…

In the final minutes of a media briefing on Thursday, President Trump said energy and food prices are coming down. The one exception has been beef prices. “I think we have a deal on beef that would bring the price…

Once the government reopens, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said a farm assistance package will be created, using tariff revenues to compensate farmers. She said it is also important to eventually move away from the hamster wheel of farm bailout programs.…

The National Association of FSA County Office Employees is urging USDA to maintain adequate staffing at the county level. The current reorganization plan does not directly impact county offices, the group said the continued erosion of staffing capacity is a…

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is asking the White House to allow farmers to use marketing assistance loans so they can meet current cash flow needs. That would require USDA to reopen FSA offices, which seems unlikely until the government…