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HSUS ‘Thrilled’ With Court Decision
Published May 14, 2023
Humane Society of the United States President/CEO Kitty Block hailed the Supreme Court decision, calling it “historic.” Proposition 12 establishes housing standards for pigs, chickens and veal calves. The law also bans the in-state sale of pork, eggs and veal…Corteva Agriscience Announces Bexoveld Brand
Published May 14, 2023
In announcing its innovation pipeline, Corteva Agriscience revealed Bexoveld as the brand name for its newest herbicide for cereal grains. Pending regulatory approval, Bexoveld will be launched in 2028 in North America. This new proprietary molecule provides control of broadleaf…Bullish Report for Wheat, Bearish for Corn, Soybeans
Published May 14, 2023
In the USDA supply/demand report, wheat ending stocks totaled 556 million bushels, down 42 million bushels from last year. The wheat stocks are at the lowest level in 15 years. Corn ending stocks totaled 2.2 billion bushels, up 805 million…Ahead of Last Year
Published May 12, 2023
Despite repeated weather-related delays, University of Minnesota Extension Agronomist Seth Naeve says planting progress is still ahead of last year throughout the Red River Valley. “I feel really good about where we’re at. We’re definitely getting soybeans in along with…A Second Chance at LIP
Published May 12, 2023
The Farm Service Agency is providing additional flexibility with the Livestock Indemnity Program. North Dakota Farm Service Agency State Executive Director Marcy Svenningsen says it’s a short window for farmers to finish their application. "We had about 2,100 notices of…Surprising Corn Demand
Published May 12, 2023
Following the USDA supply/demand report, the trade was focused on the smaller wheat production number and the increase in corn and soybean stocks. StoneX Chief Commodities Economist Arlan Suderman says the supply numbers were in line with estimates, but demand…Getting the Most From Your Urea Application
Published May 12, 2023
Without rain, urea application can be subject to ammonia dispersion after a few days. NDSU Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen has some tips for urea application. "It's important to use a proper urea inhibitor, unless it's put down at least…Staying Ahead of Problem Weeds
Published May 12, 2023
Staying ahead of weed control can be a challenge. University of Minnesota Extension Weed Scientist Dr. Debalin Sarangi says in a U of M Field Crop IPM podcast that while there is a rush to get crops in the ground,…Green Light for Beagle Brigade
Published May 12, 2023
The House Agriculture Committee passed the Beagle Brigade Act of 2023. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Chief Veterinarian Dr. Kathy Simmons says it's an important win for agriculture. "This act will provide authorization for the dog workforce trained to detect fruits,…