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‘Product of USA’ Label Won’t Stick
Published March 15, 2023
R-Calf USA CEO Bill Bullard says the new 'Product of the USA' labeling proposition won’t have much of an impact on consumers or the beef industry because it's a voluntary regime. "Only if a meat packer desires to affix a…Grain Indemnity Bill Advances
Published March 15, 2023
The Minnesota House Agriculture Committee has approved a grain indemnity bill, sending it on to the Judiciary Committee. Falk’s Seed Farm owner Jim Falk testified, saying the current bonding program does not work. "Let's stop pretending we can put another…Negotiations Continue
Published March 15, 2023
While Russia supports a 60-day extension of the Black Sea Grain Initiative, the other partners in this deal have not given their approval. All previous deals have been 120 days and Ukraine indicates is not prepared to sign a shorter…Senate E15 Bill Introduced
Published March 15, 2023
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators have introduced legislation to make 15 percent ethanol blends available year round. Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar and Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer are the lead sponsors for the bill. Co-sponsors include the balance of the…USDA Prepares for New Farm Bill
Published March 15, 2023
In preparation for the '23 farm bill, the Farm Service Agency and Risk Management Agency provide technical assistance to lawmakers on farm programs. RMA Administrator Marcia Bunger believes it is important for farmers and ranchers to remind lawmakers about the…More Farm Bill Funding Needed
Published March 15, 2023
A coalition of 400 agricultural groups is asking Congress to provide an increase in funding for the 2023 farm bill. In a letter to lawmakers, the coalition said the recent ad hoc disaster programs do not provide a timely or…Revised Revenue Forecast Released
Published March 15, 2023
The North Dakota Office of Management and Budget has revised the state’s revenue forecast. It projects a downturn of $27 million from the November executive forecast, but $16 million above the January estimate. Governor Doug Burgum said this outlook “continues…Optimism for ’23 Planting Season
Published March 14, 2023
Despite a thick layer of snow across the Northern Plains, Pioneer Corn Product Manager Scott Walker is enthusiastic about the upcoming growing season. "We're getting some adequate moisture refilling that soil moisture profile this winter and we're looking forward to a…Food Prices Continue to Move Higher
Published March 14, 2023
While the overall inflation rate came in at six percent, food inflation is at 9.5 percent. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports at-home food prices were up more than ten percent last month. Food consumed away from home increased in…