Ag Business Articles
Russia-Ukraine Situation Creates Domino Effect in the Markets
Published February 25, 2022
NDSU Extension Crops Marketing Economist Frayne Olson is surprised how quickly things are progressing between Russia and Ukraine, especially when it comes to market shifts and logistics. "Since the invasion, it's been a real domino effect and the grain and…Chlorpyrifos Ban Takes Effect
Published February 25, 2022
The Environmental Protection Agency will deny all objections and requests to stay its ban on chlorpyrifos. That puts the fate of the insecticide to be determined by the courts. Earlier this month, 20 agricultural groups said they would sue the…SD Corn Comments
Published February 25, 2022
The upcoming Summit League Basketball Tournament is a favorite of local corn growers and the South Dakota Corn Growers is a sponsor of the event. Hear how agriculture's story will be shared at the event in the latest Corn Comments.MN Wheat Minute
Published February 25, 2022
This week's Minnesota Wheat Minute features Minnesota Wheat Executive Director Charlie Vogel with an update from the National Wheat Quality meetings held in Kansas City.Communication is a Must for Succession Planning
Published February 25, 2022
AgCountry Farm Credit Services Vice President of Succession and Retirement Planning Russ Tweiten says communication is key to a successful farm transition. "Every farm is unique, but make sure if you commit to something, you write it down." During the…Advanced Acre Rx Offers Warranty Payout
Published February 25, 2022
The acreage mix for the season ahead remains a question mark. WinField United Vice President of Seed Marketing Jim Hedges says decisions are still being made. "When I look at our corn/soybean order bank, it pretty much supports what USDA…Hoffman Joins AMPI Officer Team
Published February 25, 2022
The officers for Associated Milk Producers, Inc. are Steve Schlangen of Albany, Minnesota as chairman; Doug Temme of Wayne, Nebraska as vice chairman; Dave Peterson of Boyd, Wisconsin as treasurer and Steve Hoffman of New Ulm, Minnesota as secretary. Hoffman…Svenningsen Appointed to Lead ND Farm Service Agency
Published February 25, 2022
Valley City, North Dakota farmer Marcy Svenningsen will be North Dakota Farm Service Agency's State Executive Director. She previously served as the chair of the USDA’s North Dakota Farm Service Agency State Committee and is involved in the North Dakota…MFU Elects New Secretary
Published February 25, 2022
The Minnesota Farmers Union board of directors elected Missy Bakker Roach of Cook as secretary of the executive committee. Bakker Roach replaces Anne Schwagerl of Browns Valley, who was elected MFU vice president in November.