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Minnesota Brings Home Star Farmer Award
Published November 6, 2023
Daniel Jossund from the Ada-Borup-West FFA Chapter brought home the American Star Farmer Award from the National FFA Convention. With this recognition, Jossund is the best of the best. "The American Star Farmer is the top award that FFA has…VIP Citation Presented During Convention
Published November 6, 2023
Twenty-four individuals were honored with the VIP Citation during the National FFA Convention. There are familiar names on that list including Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow, retired Central Lakes College Dean of Technical Programs DelRay Lecy, Syngenta Global Head…Scott Seeks a One-Year Farm Bill Extension
Published November 6, 2023
House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member David Scott is calling for a one-year farm bill extension. The Georgia Democrat said his colleagues are committed to passing a strong, effective farm bill as soon as possible. However, Scott said farmers should not…New National Officer Team Installed
Published November 6, 2023
Amara Jackson of Michigan was elected national president during the FFA convention. The national secretary is Grant Norfleet of Missouri. Carter Howell of Florida is the new southern region vice president. Kanyon Huntington of Iowa was elected central region vice…Late-Season Moisture Could Have Been Used in July/August
Published November 6, 2023
Near Wolverton, Minnesota, Jay Nord wrapped up soybean harvest, but it was a challenge this year. “When it rained on Labor Day, the soybeans decided to start growing again so it was nightmare to get finished and combined.” Nord is…Beet Stock Values
Published November 6, 2023
Fueled by a record crop and forecast payment, American Crystal Sugar Company beet stock trended higher last week setting a new high price which has happened multiple times since trading started back in August. According to Acres & Shares broker…Yields Came Through Despite Dry Conditions
Published November 5, 2023
Cokato, Minnesota farmer Harlan Anderson was happy to get an early start on harvest this year. Yields were surprising for Anderson's alfalfa, corn, soybeans, wheat, and oats. “If this is a dry season and was bad, give me more of…Marketing Assistance Loans Available
Published November 5, 2023
Marketing Assistance Loans are available through the end of the year despite the farm bill expiring at the end of September. North Dakota Farm Service Agency Price Support Division Program Director Brian Haugen says certain criteria must be met to…New Opportunities in Southeast Asia
Published November 5, 2023
Leaders from three state agriculture departments and 29 U.S. agribusinesses and organizations participated in a trade mission to Southeast Asia. South Dakota Secretary of Agriculture and Natural Resources Hunter Roberts was part of that trip. During a press call, Roberts…