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High Winds are “Catastrophic” for Soil Health
Published March 31, 2021
These high winds are catastrophic when it comes to soil erosion and overall health. Thankfully, farming practices have changed since the dust bowl of the 1930s. If that weren’t the case, Centrol Crop Consulting agronomist Lee Briese says the impacts…White House Unveils Infrastructure Plan Details
Published March 31, 2021
The White House released more details about the $2.25 trillion American Jobs Plan. President Biden’s plan is to modernize 20,000 miles of highways, roads and main streets, repairing the 10 most economically significant bridges in the country and the worst…Corn Matters
Published March 31, 2021
It's time to keep E15 legislation front and center in the minds of lawmakers. Hear more from Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Tim Waibel in the latest Corn Matters.Minnesota Beef Update
Published March 31, 2021
The Minnesota Beef Council website has a lot of great recipes to incorporate beef into your next meal. Learn more from Director of Industry Relations Royalee Rhoads in the Beef Update.Farmers are Eligible for the Second Paycheck Protection Program
Published March 31, 2021
Bell Bank Senior Vice President for Agribusiness Development Lynn Paulson says Northern Plains farmers have interest in the Paycheck Protection Program. "Overall, I think there's still a benefit. Farmers may be eligible and should check with their lender or tax…A Volatile Day in the Markets Possible Today
Published March 31, 2021
After a down day yesterday, grain markets are higher in the overnight trade. Advance Trading Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi says there are numerous factors at play today. "It's the end of the month, end of the quarter and there's…Brutal Winds and Cool Temps Sweep Across the Northern Plains
Published March 30, 2021
Brutal winds the week of March 29 stretched far beyond the Northern Plains. According to World Weather Incorporated Senior Agricultural Meteorologist Drew Lerner, the highest wind gusts on Monday were seen west of the Dakotas. "Ninety mile-per-hour winds were seen…Vive Crop Protection Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Published March 30, 2021
Vive Crop Protection is celebrating 15 years as a crop protection company. Since its inception in 2006, Vive has commercialized nanotechnology and other precision chemistry tools that benefit farmers. CEO and Co-founder Darren Anderson says since day one, Vive’s priority…Reardon Joins NASDA
Published March 30, 2021
Joe Reardon has been hired by the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture as director of food safety programs. Reardon hales from North Carolina where he served as the Agriculture Department assistant commissioner for consumer protection.