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La Nina May Influence Argentine Corn Acreage
Published October 30, 2021
Soybean and Corn Advisor President Michael Cordonnier says Brazil’s farmers are off to a good start while planting in Argentina lags behind. "They plant their corn in two phases; the first phase is in September and October, they kind of…National FFA Names American Star Award Winners
Published October 29, 2021
Four American Star award winners were announced during the sixth general session of the National FFA Convention on Friday. The American Star Farmer is Grady Johnson from Nebraska. The Star in Agribusiness is Tyler Ertzberger from Georgia. The American Star…Dry Bean Scene
Published October 29, 2021
The Michigan dry bean harvest is running ahead of schedule, and this year’s crop is one for the books. Hear more from Michigan State University Dry Bean Systems Specialist Scott Bales in this week’s Dry Bean Scene. This radio update…Olander Wins Ag Mechanics Proficiency Award
Published October 29, 2021
At the National FFA Convention, Staples-Motley FFA member Ben Olander won a proficiency award in agricultural mechanics design and fabrication placement. "I started out completing simple tasks around my uncle's machine shop, changing parts. He taught me how to weld…USDA Under Secretary Stops by National FFA Convention
Published October 29, 2021
Almost three months after being confirmed, USDA’s Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jennifer Moffitt is traveling and meeting with the agriculture industry. Moffitt attended National FFA Convention on Thursday. She says there are a few key issues to…Honorary American FFA Degrees Awarded
Published October 29, 2021
Honorary American FFA Degree awards were awarded during the fourth general session at the National FFA Convention on Friday. This award is the highest recognition available to individuals in the FFA. Those receiving the award contributed to local, state and…National FFA Strives to Come Back Stronger
Published October 29, 2021
When schools went virtual during COVID, agriculture education programs were challenged. In the last year, National FFA membership declined by three percent. That’s more than 25,000 members. Current FFA membership is at 735,000. National FFA Organization CEO Scott Stump says…Harvest is Wrapping Up in Southeastern North Dakota
Published October 29, 2021
According to Pioneer Field Agronomist J.J. Jaehnning, nearly all of the soybeans and 80 percent of the corn has been harvested in southeastern North Dakota. "Corn has been a pleasant surprise, but that is really based on geography." Corn lodging…New DMI CEO Outlines Her Vision
Published October 29, 2021
In a news briefing, Dairy Management, Inc.'s new CEO, Barbara O’Brien said she wants to see a more deliberate approach to exports. "Rather than taking a pro forma approach annually, we've talked about putting together a three year plan and…