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Peterson-HC International Partnership

Published August 11, 2026

The North Dakota-based seed company, Peterson, has announced a new partnership with HC International. HC International is a grain trading company that focuses on identity-preserved and organic products. With this partnership, the two companies are aligning production with the needs…
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DTN Releases Yield Estimate

Published August 11, 2026

DTN’s proprietary yield models are forecasting a national average corn yield of 178.5 bushels per acre and an average soybean yield 52.1 bushels per acre. Both figures are below last year’s record crop. DTN uses vegetation index maps, USDA crop…
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Heavy Rain Raises Concerns for China’s Crops

Published August 11, 2026

Heavy rainfall is raising concerns for corn and soybean production in China after Typhoon Dolphin moved through central China over the weekend. Flooding is possible across portions of North China. China had otherwise experienced a favorable growing season, but significant…
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Disappointing Wheat Yields

Published August 10, 2026

Small grain harvest is expanding across northwest North Dakota, but early results have been disappointing. Minot area farmer Chad Rubbelke says dry conditions have taken a toll. “The guys that are going early are low test weight, high protein and…
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Dry Bean Scene

Published August 10, 2026

In this edition of the Dry Bean Scene, NDSU Extension Cropping System Specialist Jeff Stachler talks about disease pressure in dry edible beans. Click here to listen.   
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Corn Matters

Published August 10, 2026

During Farmfest, Minnesota Corn Growers Association board member Shane Isane provided an update on crop conditions. Learn more in this Corn Matters episode. 
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The Next Generation of Canola Genetics

Published August 9, 2026

During the Pioneer 100 Series Canola Plot Tour in the Stephen area of northwest Minnesota, Pioneer Field Agronomist Kevin Sinner highlights what the latest genetics mean for local growers. If you're evaluating canola hybrids for your operation, this conversation offers…
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Grazing Lands Tour Offers a Focus on Innovation

Published August 8, 2026

The North Dakota Grazing Lands Coalition's Leopold Conservation Award Tour showcased more than innovative grazing practices. It also highlighted the value of collaboration between producers, Extension, and conservation organizations. NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist Karl Hoppe says tours like this expose…
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