Ag Business Articles
Consumers Feel the Pinch of Rising Food Costs
Published October 27, 2023
According to a report from Rabobank, consumers are taking a more cautious approach to food purchases. Third quarter restaurant transactions are down three percent from one year ago. The report said consumers are also being more careful with spending at…Commerce Department Updates GDP
Published October 27, 2023
The third quarter’s Gross Domestic Product was up 4.9 percent. That’s higher than traders expected. The GDP is a key indicator of economic activity.Harvest Stalls With the Change in the Weather
Published October 26, 2023
Dairyland Seed Regional Agronomist Brian Weller covers Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. "We have some areas in Southern Minnesota into South Dakota where some folks are done with corn and you go a couple miles down the road where…Beet Stock Remains Extremely Strong
Published October 26, 2023
The sale of American Crystal Sugarbeet Company beet stock began earlier than normal this year. Red River Land Company President Chris Griffen is seeing solid demand for shares. "Beet stock has remained extremely strong. There's been more volume than is typical…Register Now for Wednesday’s NCI Special Webinar
Published October 26, 2023
The Northern Crops Institute is hosting a Market Update: Special Edition webinar on Wednesday at 8 AM. The webinar will feature Ben Doane, who manages barge freight for CHS. Doane will provide an update on the Mississippi River levels. The…Helena Introduces New Soybean Seed Treatments
Published October 26, 2023
Helena Agri-Enterprises has launched two new soybean seed treatments for the 2024 growing season. Seed Shield Select is a multi-fungicide and insecticide combination. Enertia is an enzyme-based biological seed treatment designed to enhance soil health and improve nutrient availability. Helena…Animal Welfare Standards Included in USDA Organic Rule
Published October 26, 2023
USDA’s new standards for Organic Livestock and Poultry Production include strong language dealing with animal welfare. To qualify for the organic label, poultry must have access to the outdoors and pigs must have adequate space to move freely. Agriculture Secretary…Burns Joins Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Leadership
Published October 25, 2023
International Fresh Produce Association CEO Cathy Burns has joined the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance as a co-chair. Burns joins Mike Joyner of the Florida Fruit and Vegetables Association, Western Growers President/CEO Dave Puglia and National Potato Council CEO Kam…EU Considers 50% Cut in Pesticide Usage
Published October 25, 2023
Members of the European Parliament environment committee have approved a plan to cut pesticide use in half by 2030. The plan is expected to go before the full parliament in November. A conservative lawmaker spoke against the proposal, saying it…