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MN Beef Update
Published August 31, 2023
Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association Executive Director Kaitlyn Root talks about policy issues at the forefront in the latest Minnesota Beef Update.Driving Prices Higher
Published August 31, 2023
Amherst, South Dakota rancher Warren Symens says the future of the cattle industry looks to be optimistic with the U.S. cow herd at an all-time low. "When there's less beef, it drives prices higher, especially at the cow-calf level." Feed…Corn Matters
Published August 31, 2023
National Corn Growers Association Director of Political Policy Anne Thompson is encouraging farmers to submit their comments for the 2023 Farm Bill. Hear more in the latest Corn Matters, brought to you by the Minnesota Corn Growers Association.The Missing Piece of the Puzzle
Published August 31, 2023
The Biden Administration has made it a goal to insert more competition into the meatpacking industry through smaller processing plants. Faulkton, South Dakota rancher Troy Hadrick is gearing up for the opening of a new packing plant in his hometown.…Wheat Harvest Put to Bed
Published August 31, 2023
Near Jamestown, North Dakota, Terry Wanzek has completed wheat harvest. “The wheat yields were better than I expected. I thought early heat had hurt it a little bit, but we were in the 60 bushel range and we are quite…Poor Falling Numbers
Published August 31, 2023
University of Minnesota Extension Small Grains Specialist Jochum Wiersma has been fielding calls about poor falling numbers. Heavy fog and cool overnight temperatures are potential contributing factors. He suggests waiting to harvest fields that you suspect sprout and prioritizing others.…MN Beef Ambassador Program Accepts Applications
Published August 31, 2023
The Minnesota Beef Ambassador Program applications are open for youth and young adults. Program Coordinator Rosemary Gustafson says this is an opportunity for young beef industry enthusiasts to learn and advocate for the industry. “It is a big commitment with…“If You Don’t Have a Plan, the State Has One For You”
Published August 31, 2023
Founder of Braintrust Ag and agri-business advisor Clint Fischer says farmers and ranchers have a hard time making estate planning a priority and taking the first steps. “It takes time, uncomfortable conversations, it costs money to engage professionals putting together…Beneficial Moisture at Oklee, MN
Published August 31, 2023
Farmers in the Oklee, Minnesota area caught rains that were missed by a large share of the Upper Midwest. “We had a lot of rain in June and we had a really good of shot of rain in the first…