Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…

For the southern and central Red River Valley, this growing season has been one for the record books. “We are the second driest in Traill County and fifth driest in that amount of time for Cass County; in 132 years…

U.S. retail diesel prices have reached a record high. AAA reports the national average reached $5.85 per gallon Thursday, surpassing the previous high set in June 2022. The ongoing wars involving Iran, Russia and Ukraine are being cited as factors behind the…

At Dorothy, Minnesota, Luke Forness, Black River Ag, says the corn crop got off to a good start with adequate moisture through June before conditions turned dry in July. “It’s just a case of haves and have-nots, as some fields…

Cold soil conditions created challenges for crops planted early near Wimbledon, North Dakota. Matt Peterson, who leads Aligned Ag, said some of the corn planted around May 20th experienced cold germination issues, particularly with hybrids that are slower to emerge.…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says Tyson Foods has committed to selling its recently closed beef processing plants only to American buyers. Rollins made the comments during an appearance at the Farm Progress Show, saying consolidation in the meatpacking industry is…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says USDA is looking to improve the accuracy and transparency of its crop reporting system by using new technology. “We will conduct a pilot to evaluate the use of improved satellite imagery, working with NASA and other…

A swing from too wet to too dry has tested crops in the northern Red River Valley. The Hensel, North Dakota area started dry before nearly 20 inches of rain fell in three weeks in June. The field RRFN visited…

The Douglas, Arizona port of entry is scheduled to reopen to Mexican cattle Tuesday. The border originally opened August 24, but movement was shutdown last week due to some damaged equipment. That has been addressed and Mexican cattle shipments are…

There was no breakthrough in the U.S.-led negotiations over the weekend between Russia and Ukraine. U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner brought new proposals to end the war. While there was no resolution, Witkoff said these were very meaningful…

Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…

President Trump was joined in the Oval Office Friday by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, ranchers, podcasters and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. Duvall said the executive orders address several issues impacting ranchers, including the regulations surrounding the gray…

To appease cattle ranchers upset with his recent decision to import foreign ground beef, President Donald Trump issued new executive orders to support the cattle sector. The executive orders include plans to address packer consolidation and other issues important to…

The Fosston, Minnesota, area has received more moisture than many locations. Larson Seed and Agronomy’s Matt Larson says the area started wet and cool before drying out after July 4th. “Compared to other areas further west, we’re in pretty good shape.…

The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act is scheduled for a vote in the U.S. House during the week of September 14. The legislation has broad support in Congress but has not previously come up for a House vote. The bill would…

Global headlines and uncertain crop conditions have brought fund traders to ag commodities. “With that, we’re at a very, very dangerous place where the funds are approaching record long,” said Tommy Grisafi, president, Ag Bull Trading. “And we enter harvest;…

While Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Tyson Foods has committed to selling its recently closed meat-processing plants only to American companies, Tyson officials said—not so fast. A Tyson official said the company’s stance on selling the closed plants has not…

The first American Crystal Sugar Company beet stock sale has been brokered for this season. Acres and Shares reports 180 shares were sold for an average price of $4,075. That’s in line with the average share value for this past…

The grain markets are ending the month red hot, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson.  Between the crop tours showing lower yield potential, and the Russia-Ukraine war heating up, the grains have been hitting some huge highs…

Fighting between the United States and Iran has picked up again around the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. forces struck Iranian rocket launchers Sunday. U.S. Central Command says Iranian forces were preparing rockets with sea mines that could threaten commercial shipping.…

The Black Sea grain conflict grew more serious over the weekend. Russian strikes hit Ukraine’s Danube export route, while grain is also backing up in southern Russia because of shipping problems. Russia’s Rostov region has declared an emergency because grain…

The Douglas, Arizona port of entry is scheduled to reopen to Mexican cattle Tuesday. The border originally opened August 24, but movement was shutdown last week due to some damaged equipment. That has been addressed and Mexican cattle shipments are…

Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…

To appease cattle ranchers upset with his recent decision to import foreign ground beef, President Donald Trump issued new executive orders to support the cattle sector. The executive orders include plans to address packer consolidation and other issues important to…

The Halstad, Minnesota, area has been hit particularly hard by drought. Airborne Seed and Agronomy’s David Staples says conditions deteriorated quickly after a promising start. “There’s not much you can do without rainfall,” Staples said. “We started off looking just…

USDA has raised its 2026 net farm income forecast by $5 billion from its February estimate. Direct government payments, including traditional farm program payments and ad hoc assistance, are expected to increase 70 percent from 2025. “On the farm sector…

The first group of North Dakota FFA student auctioneers will have an opportunity to put their skills to work during the Big Iron Farm Show. “Then, in February of 2027, we are going to be doing a preliminary contest for…

Farmland values continue to hold up despite tighter margins in agriculture. NDSU Extension Agricultural Finance Specialist Bryon Parman says the rapid appreciation in cropland values has slowed over the past two to three years. “We’re really starting to see that a…

A swing from too wet to too dry has tested crops in the northern Red River Valley. The Hensel, North Dakota area started dry before nearly 20 inches of rain fell in three weeks in June. The field RRFN visited…

The Fosston, Minnesota, area has received more moisture than many locations. Larson Seed and Agronomy’s Matt Larson says the area started wet and cool before drying out after July 4th. “Compared to other areas further west, we’re in pretty good shape.…

The Halstad, Minnesota, area has been hit particularly hard by drought. Airborne Seed and Agronomy’s David Staples says conditions deteriorated quickly after a promising start. “There’s not much you can do without rainfall,” Staples said. “We started off looking just…

Pioneer Field Agronomist Kevin Sinner says maturity will play an important role in determining what makes it into the bin this fall. “It does seem like, especially in these areas that are really, really drought-stricken and have not got any…

For the southern and central Red River Valley, this growing season has been one for the record books. “We are the second driest in Traill County and fifth driest in that amount of time for Cass County; in 132 years…

Cass County, North Dakota, is experiencing severe to extreme drought conditions driven by an unusual summer flash drought. The RRFN Crop Tour wrapped up in an area where they are eight inches below the average rainfall total and crops are…

The season started wet at Raymond, Minnesota, delaying the first alfalfa cutting. Noah Hultgren says the conditions turned much drier later in the summer. Hultgren says the silage chop is underway, with one large dairy he supplies about two-thirds finished.…

The Douglas, Arizona port of entry is scheduled to reopen to Mexican cattle Tuesday. The border originally opened August 24, but movement was shutdown last week due to some damaged equipment. That has been addressed and Mexican cattle shipments are…

Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…

President Trump was joined in the Oval Office Friday by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, ranchers, podcasters and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. Duvall said the executive orders address several issues impacting ranchers, including the regulations surrounding the gray…

To appease cattle ranchers upset with his recent decision to import foreign ground beef, President Donald Trump issued new executive orders to support the cattle sector. The executive orders include plans to address packer consolidation and other issues important to…

Near New Salem, North Dakota, Jim Bahm said recent rainfall has helped pastures recover after livestock producers were forced to haul water. “Pastures are greening up again,” Bahm said. “They were really starting to hurt and guys were hauling water up…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Beef Ambassador Megan Fellbaum provides an update from the Minnesota State Fair. Listen to the report. 

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says Tyson Foods has committed to selling its recently closed beef processing plants only to American buyers. Rollins made the comments during an appearance at the Farm Progress Show, saying consolidation in the meatpacking industry is…

There was no breakthrough in the U.S.-led negotiations over the weekend between Russia and Ukraine. U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner brought new proposals to end the war. While there was no resolution, Witkoff said these were very meaningful…

Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…

President Trump was joined in the Oval Office Friday by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, ranchers, podcasters and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. Duvall said the executive orders address several issues impacting ranchers, including the regulations surrounding the gray…

To appease cattle ranchers upset with his recent decision to import foreign ground beef, President Donald Trump issued new executive orders to support the cattle sector. The executive orders include plans to address packer consolidation and other issues important to…

The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act is scheduled for a vote in the U.S. House during the week of September 14. The legislation has broad support in Congress but has not previously come up for a House vote. The bill would…

Senate Democrats, led by Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, are raising concerns about the proposed reorganization of USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. In a letter to USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden, the lawmakers point to the loss of more than 25 percent of…

The EPA and Army Corps of Engineers are seeking public input on their latest effort to define waters of the United States. The proposed rule is intended to provide more predictability for farmers and landowners following the 2023 Sackett v.…