Ag Business Articles
CenDak, Fessenden Co-op Association Join Forces
Published January 1, 2024
The CenDak Cooperative and Fessenden Cooperative Association have merged into one entity. When members approved a merger in late August, a statement was released saying there are “tremendous synergies between the two co-ops.” CenDak merged with BTR Farmers Cooperative in…Two Co-ops Become One
Published January 1, 2024
The merger between Valley United Co-op and Thompson Farmers Elevator is now official. Valley United CEO Paul Coppin says this combination is a win-win for both entities. "It gives us an option to be part of a shuttle loading system and…The Impact of Prop 12 and Question 3
Published January 1, 2024
Enforcement is now underway for California’s Proposition 12 and Massachusetts’ Question 3. Pork sold in California will have to come from farms that are audited and certified as Prop 12-compliant. The Massachusetts rule is similar, but it also includes pork…Beet Stock Values
Published December 31, 2023
There was no American Crystal Sugar Company beet stock trading in the last week of 2023. For the trading season which started back in August, 2,865 shares have been brokered for an average price of $5,221.61 per share, said Jayson Menke,…SD Corn Comments
Published December 30, 2023
In this week’s addition of South Dakota Corn Comments, South Dakota Corn Utilization Council President Chad Blindauer reflects on a successful 2023.Prepping for the Annual Meeting With the Lender
Published December 30, 2023
As farmers and ranchers prepare for their annual meeting with the lender, farm management analyst Kent Thiesse says they should have a detailed balance sheet. “It’s good to have an updated listing of farm machinery and buildings. The other big…Mortenson Takes New Role with MN FFA
Published December 29, 2023
Natasha Mortenson is the new Minnesota FFA Career Development and Alumni Coordinator. For the past nine years, Mortenson worked for Riverview LLP in community outreach, communications and project management. Previously, Mortenson was an agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor at…#1-Farm Bill Caught Up in Congressional Chaos
Published December 29, 2023
The 2023 farm bill was a casualty of the congressional chaos over the speakership. Once the dust settled and Mike Johnson was elected Speaker, timing became an issue for the farm bill and lawmakers settled for a one-year extension. That’s…#2-Agriculture Becomes Part of Climate Conversation
Published December 29, 2023
Climate and the impact of the food and farming business dominated policy discussions in 2023, becoming the #2 ag story of the year. The Biden Administration offered record funding for climate-smart agriculture practices. Many of the programs are promoted as…