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A Well Rounded Approach
Published February 8, 2024
Bayer hosted a national Cereal Experts event in the Twin Cities. Northern Plains Regional Business Lead Craig Rogers says a well-rounded approach is necessary for small grain production. "Number one, you want to get your crop in the field and then…An Economic Transformation on the Way
Published February 8, 2024
Demographics around the world are changing. Geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan says this will cause a great disruption in how our economic systems function. “The world is running out of people under age 40,” said Zeihan. “This is the decade we’re…Lame-Duck Farm Bill Passage Could Avoid the ‘E’ Word
Published February 8, 2024
National Corn Growers Association Director of Public Policy Wayne Stopskof sat on a panel during the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo. Farm bill negotiations are still happening in Washington. “We’re hoping the appropriations process will finalize soon and allow floor…ASA President Provides D.C. Update
Published February 8, 2024
American Soybean Association President Josh Gackle of Kulm, North Dakota gave a policy update during the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo. Communicating the importance of updating and passing the farm bill this year is a focus for ASA. “It’s difficult…Farm in the Dell Ties Life Skills to Agriculture
Published February 8, 2024
Farm in the Dell of the Red River Valley is a non-profit organization that provides meaningful employment to individuals with developmental disabilities. Executive Director Anna Sather was grateful for a contribution from the Minnesota Farm Bureau during the recent LEAP…Dwindling Dairy Heifer Supplies
Published February 8, 2024
The number of dairy replacement heifers is at a 20-year low. According to a new report from the CoBank Knowledge Exchange, this situation could limit any meaningful growth in U.S. milk production. Due to tight numbers, dairy replacement prices are…Funding Decisions Needed Before Farm Bill Can Advance
Published February 8, 2024
The farm bill is being stymied by the appropriations process. American Sugarbeet Growers Association Vice President of Government Affairs Zack Clark says the agriculture committee has the topline numbers for a farm bill and something needs to happen soon. "They're hard…A Downturn After 3 Years of Record Farm Income
Published February 8, 2024
This year’s U.S. net farm income is expected to be down 26 percent from 2023. USDA economist Carrie Litowski cites lower commodity prices, less government support and higher farm expenses. "Net cash farm income is forecast at $160.4 billion for 2023…A Game Changer
Published February 8, 2024
Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Bob Worth says the dicamba ruling couldn’t have come at a worse time. "What a game-changer," said Worth. "This is really a bad time of the year to be having a ruling come out like this;…