Ag Business Articles
Fielding Questions – Supply Chain Disruptions, and More
Published November 4, 2021
How do supply chain disruptions change the approach for farmers as they go into spring? AgCountry Farm Credit Services market education specialist Katie Tangen answers that question, and more, in the latest Fielding Questions episode. This podcast, produced in collaboration…Farm Equipment Business Pleased with Steel/Aluminum Tariff Decision
Published November 4, 2021
As reported last week, the United States and European Union have ended a dispute over steel and aluminum tariffs. Association of Equipment Manufacturers Senior Vice President Kip Eideberg says this is positive news for the farm equipment business. "We should…We’re All Ears: From Lab to Bag, What’s in Seed?
Published November 3, 2021
Have you ever wondered what goes into corn and soybean seed? It’s a journey that starts with research and development. Syngenta’s Head of North America Seed Development Warren Krueger says R&D is about speed, precision and power. "It's the ability…IDFA Forms Supply Chain Task Force
Published November 3, 2021
To address the supply chain disruptions facing the dairy industry, the International Dairy Foods Association has created a Supply Chain Task Force. “Our supply chain is hurting and it’s going to take an all-hands-on-deck approach to fix it,” said Michael…National Extension Awards Presented to Staff From the Region
Published November 3, 2021
The National Association of County Agricultural Agents has honored Extension staff from throughout the region with national awards. The National Distinguished Service Award went to retired Ramsey County, North Dakota Extension Agent Bill Hodous and University of Minnesota Extension Pesticide…CRPD Adds Two New Board Members
Published November 3, 2021
The Center for Rural Policy and Development has welcomed two new at-large members to its board, Jennifer Cronin and Sarah Schake. Cronin is a supply chain manager for Gage Brothers Concrete.Schake is an independent contractor based in Otter Tail County,…Retailers Reluctant to Price Fertilizer for Spring
Published November 3, 2021
University of Minnesota Extension Educator Brad Carlson says most ag retailers are not willing to price fertilizer for spring. "We had a situation about 15 years ago when fertilizer prices spiked and a lot of dealers purchased product and the…Bayer and CHS to Partner on Carbon Access
Published November 3, 2021
Bayer and CHS are working together to bring more carbon access to farmers. Bayer’s carbon program will be extended to CHS members in 17 states. Incentives will be offered to farmers for products and practices that enhance soil health, improve…Strike Continues at John Deere Plants
Published November 3, 2021
Union workers rejected the latest contract offer from Deere and Company and the strike will continue. Deere offered a ten percent wage increase, an $8,500 ratification bonus and agreed to keep a pension option available for new employees. At the…