Ag Business Articles
MPCA Commissioner Named
Published November 1, 2021
Governor Tim Walz has appointed Katrina Kessler to serve as the commissioner of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Most recently, Kessler was the assistant commissioner for water policy and agriculture. Before that, Kessler worked in water issues for the city…Ag Represented at UN Climate Summit
Published November 1, 2021
The Biden Administration has announced its strategy to reach a net-zero goal for greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The plan includes the use of clean energy to generate electricity. Regarding agriculture, the report promotes climate-smart farming practices. Agriculture Secretary Tom…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published November 1, 2021
Corn, spring wheat, canola and oats are higher to start the week. That puts more focus on the Northern Plains as farmers make acreage decisions for 2022. In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Advance…Container Fee Imposed to Ease Port Congestion
Published November 1, 2021
Beginning today, the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are implementing an emergency fee for shipping containers that aren’t moved quickly. A record number of container ships are waiting at anchor to load and unload which is adding to…Corteva Board Names New CEO
Published October 31, 2021
Chuck Magro has been appointed as Corteva’s chief executive officer. Magro suceeds Jim Collins, Jr., who announced plans to retire in June. Most recently, Magro was the CEO at Nutrien.Ag Chem Restrictions Would Hurt an Already-Stressed Supply Chain
Published October 31, 2021
The EPA is considering regulatory revisions for several herbicides. In a letter put together by the American Farm Bureau Federation, American Soybean Association, National Corn Growers Association and National Cotton Council, the plea was made to avoid additional registration or…National FFA Names American Star Award Winners
Published October 29, 2021
Four American Star award winners were announced during the sixth general session of the National FFA Convention on Friday. The American Star Farmer is Grady Johnson from Nebraska. The Star in Agribusiness is Tyler Ertzberger from Georgia. The American Star…Olander Wins Ag Mechanics Proficiency Award
Published October 29, 2021
At the National FFA Convention, Staples-Motley FFA member Ben Olander won a proficiency award in agricultural mechanics design and fabrication placement. "I started out completing simple tasks around my uncle's machine shop, changing parts. He taught me how to weld…Honorary American FFA Degrees Awarded
Published October 29, 2021
Honorary American FFA Degree awards were awarded during the fourth general session at the National FFA Convention on Friday. This award is the highest recognition available to individuals in the FFA. Those receiving the award contributed to local, state and…