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Russia May Not Follow Through With Its Threat
Published July 14, 2023
The current Black Sea grain deal is scheduled to expire Monday. Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly threatened not to extend that agreement. CoBank’s lead economist for grains and oilseeds, Tanner Ehmke, is not convinced Russia will follow through on…Thune Outlines His Farm Bill Priorities
Published July 14, 2023
South Dakota Senator John Thune went to the Senate floor Thursday and outlined his farm bill priorities. Thune said crop insurance is the cornerstone of the farm safety net and must be maintained. Thune has introduced legislation requiring the U.S. trade…Strike Ends for Canadian Ports
Published July 14, 2023
A tentative agreement is in place, settling the labor dispute with Canada’s West Coast ports. The four-year deal still needs to be ratified by the unions. The specifics of the agreement have not been released.ABA Releases Farm Bill Priorities
Published July 14, 2023
Number one, the American Bakers Association wants Congress to support increased wheat production through sustainable agricultural practices. The group supports changes in the U.S. sugar program and an investment in research. ABA is also advocating for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…Support for the Checkoff
Published July 14, 2023
A resolution has been introduced in Congress underscoring the importance of commodity checkoff programs. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Todd Wilkinson praised the move, urging more members of Congress to reject efforts by activists to attack the checkoff program.Competition, Not Consolidation
Published July 14, 2023
The White House and USDA met with representatives of 16 food and agriculture organizations Thursday to discuss the need for more competition in agricultural markets. According to a White House summary, the Administration said consolidation can reduce the options for…Dry Bean Scene
Published July 13, 2023
Northarvest Bean Growers Association President Eric Jorgenson talks about the upcoming board meeting and gives us a midseason crop update in this week's Dry Bean Scene. The Dry Bean Scene is sponsored by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association, Johnstown Bean…WDE to Remain in Madison
Published July 13, 2023
Madison, Wisconsin will continue to host the World Dairy Expo through 2028. A new five-year contract was signed for the massive dairy event. Madison has hosted every World Dairy Expo since its inception since 1967.State Agencies Meet Weekly to Discuss Drought
Published July 13, 2023
Due to extremely dry conditions in parts of the state, the Minnesota Drought Task Force has begun weekly meetings. Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen said calls are made to share information with "the DNR, Extension, FSA and RMA." Hope remains for…