Crops Articles
Canola Minute
Published March 12, 2019
The Canola Minute is made possible by the Northern Canola Growers Association. Recently, the NCGA board met and reviewed the research projects submitted for funding. Executive Director Barry Coleman explains more in this week's update.More Snow in the Short-Term
Published March 11, 2019
Commodity Weather Group Meteorologist Dave Streit says more snow is likely across a portion of the Northern Plains mid-week. The system will likely impact the region Wednesday. "It doesn't look as bad as it did last week, but there will…Waiting for a Market Catalyst
Published March 11, 2019
Traders continue to carry a large short position in the grains, which could trigger a short covering rally. "We're looking for a catalyst, we have been for awhile. It could happen toward the end of the month, when we know…Assistance Available for Winter Weather Damages
Published March 11, 2019
Many farmers and ranchers in Minnesota have received damage or loss of barns, sheds and grain storage due to heavy snow loads and/or high winds. As a result, those producers may be eligible for low interest loans by contacting their…Celebrating Agriculture
Published March 11, 2019
Did you know that today, one American farmer provides more than 165 people with a safe, affordable and abundant food supply? With the biofuels sector, those farmers also help fill the gas tank. This week, Americans are learning more about…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published March 11, 2019
On Friday, USDA came out with plenty of numbers. According to Advance Trading Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi, the number two is the most important number to be looking at. Listen to more in this week's episode of "What's Hot,…Fertilize for the Crop You Want
Published March 11, 2019
As we gear up for spring, Mosaic technical sales manager Sherry Koch urges farmers to be mindful of what they have and do not have in the soil. "Fertilize for the crop that you are shooting for," said Koch. "For…A Small Increase in 2019 Farm Income Expected
Published March 11, 2019
USDA is projecting a slight increase in 2019 farm income. USDA Deputy Chief Economist Warren Preston says the increase is small. "We look at the checkbook approach: money in versus money out. The net cash farm income is projected at…Early Planning Recommended
Published March 10, 2019
With the amount of snow on the ground across the region, the likelihood of a late spring increases. The Northern Plains is not alone—many parts of corn and soybean country are also wet. With so little fertilizer applied last fall,…