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Promoting the Value of Amino Acids in the Feed Ration
Published February 5, 2020
North Dakota, Minnesota and South Dakota are working together to promote the value of amino acids in soybeans, especially for the foreign customer. North Dakota Soybean Council Chair Joe Morken says it is that amino acid profile that delivers value…FSA Setting Up Appointments
Published February 5, 2020
With the CRP general sign-up, the ARC/PLC sign-up, the Market Facilitation Program and WHIP-plus, it is a busy time for the Farm Service Agency county offices. According to North Dakota State Executive Director Brad Thykeson, appointments are being taken. "If…Trump Touts Trade
Published February 5, 2020
During the State of the Union address, President Donald Trump touted trade policies including the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Trump said the USMCA will expand markets for farmers and ranchers. The president said the trade deal delivers more fairness and reciprocity…SDSU and U of M Partner on Veterinary Program
Published February 5, 2020
South Dakota State University and the University of Minnesota have formed a new collaborative program in veterinary medicine. Once a student has completed the pre-veterinary requirements, the new program will allow students to complete the first two years of their…NCGA Hires Stoskopf
Published February 5, 2020
The National Corn Growers Association has added Wayne Stoskopf to its public policy team in Washington, D.C. Stoskopf most recently served on the Senate Agriculture Committee staff. At NCGA, Stoskopf’s focus will be on risk management and transportation.MFBF Update
Published February 4, 2020
Food awareness is a focus for the Minnesota Farm Bureau this month. Learn more from Promotion and Education Committee chairman Pete Bakken in the MFBF Update.MN Operating Hemp Pilot Program in 2020
Published February 4, 2020
Minnesota is also going to continue their hemp pilot program in 2020. The state did not submit a hemp plan to the USDA. According to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, there were some components of the new hemp rule they…States Working With USDA on Hemp Regs
Published February 4, 2020
States are challenged with the requirements set by the USDA in its interim final rule on hemp production. The USDA is working with states to make improvements. North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said the regulatory portion is expensive and…Trade Deals Boost January Ag Barometer
Published February 4, 2020
According to the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer, the January barometer increased 17 points from December to 167. The improvement in expectations is due primarily to the signing of the phase one trade agreement with China. Sixty-nine percent…