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MN Corn & Soybean Production Lowered
Published September 13, 2019
The latest crop report says Minnesota’s corn production will be down seven percent and soybean production will drop 21 percent. Corn yields are projected to come in at 171 bushels per acre, down two bushels from last year. The average…ND Soybean Production Decline
Published September 13, 2019
According to USDA, North Dakota’s corn production will be up six percent from last year. The average corn yield is forecast at 145 bushels per acre, down eight bushels from 2018. Soybean production is expected to drop nearly 20 percent…Titan Machinery Acquires Uglem-Ness
Published September 13, 2019
Titan Machinery is taking over the Uglem-Ness implement dealership in Northwood, North Dakota. The deal is expected to be finalized on October 1. With the purchase, Uglem-Ness owner, Bruce Uglem is retiring.Farmers and Lawmakers Rally for USMCA Ratification
Published September 13, 2019
In a Farmers for Free Trade rally on Thursday, House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson said the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement could come up for a vote in the House in the next two months. "The (House) Speaker is working…Temporary Restraining Order Lifted
Published September 13, 2019
A temporary restraining order has been lifted, allowing the Spiritwood Energy Park Association to end its contract with North Dakota Soybean Processors. According to Agweek, the case will return to the courts to determine if the Spiritwood Energy Park Association…Soybean Ending Stocks Catch Analyst’s Attention
Published September 13, 2019
Soybean ending stocks were one surprise in Thursday’s USDA report. Stewart-Peterson Senior Market Advisor Naomi Blohm says ending stocks were lowered for the old crop. Blohm's focus now is with what what happens with the new crop. “We also have…A Potential for Frost in the Region
Published September 13, 2019
There is some potential for frost in the next ten days for the Northern Plains. World Weather Incorporated Senior Agricultural Meteorologist Drew Lerner says warmer conditions are in the future, followed by rain and cooler temperatures. “As far as frost,…MFU Minute
Published September 12, 2019
Farmers need trade certainty, especially when it comes to new trade agreements. Hear from Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish in the latest edition of the MFU Minute.ND Farmers Markets and Growers Association Update
Published September 12, 2019
Cantaloupe and squash are in-season right now. Hear from Berg Grain and Produce owner Scott Berg of Fargo in the latest North Dakota Farmers Markets and Growers Association Update.