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Putnam Prepares to Take Over Senate Ag Committee
Published November 28, 2022
Senator Aric Putnam of Saint Cloud will chair the Senate Agriculture Committee when the Legislature convenes January 3. "This is a new area for me; I have toured a number of farms in my community over the last couple of…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published November 28, 2022
In today's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson describes Minneapolis Wheat as "the hot market." The demand for quality wheat and the possibility of a railroad strike has supported spring…A Financial Mess
Published November 28, 2022
Argentina is offering a higher exchange rate for U.S. dollars brought in through soybean exports until the end of the year. Faced with massive debt, the Argentine government made this decision to increase soybean exports and bring in more dollars.…Farm Bill Extension Remains a Possibility
Published November 28, 2022
The Republicans have a slim majority in the House and a very tight margin is in the Democrat’s favor in the Senate. Compeer Financial Chief Mission and Marketing Officer John Monson says that will influence the farm bill debate. "I don't…Three Modes of Action
Published November 28, 2022
Valent will have a limited supply of its new Maverick premium corn herbicide in 2023. Valent Product Manager Erick Garcia says this weedkiller features three modes of action. "Maverick is the first corn herbicide to feature the active ingredient, pyroxasulfone, which…Soil Fertility Minute
Published November 28, 2022
Dr. Lindsay Pease, who is with the Northwest Research and Outreach Center, is working on boosting sugarbeet nutrient management. Learn more in this week's Soil Fertility Minute, sponsored by the Agricultural Fertilizer Research and Education Council.Chinese COVID Shutdowns Prompt Protests
Published November 28, 2022
Thousands of protesters have gone to the streets in China, demonstrating against the government’s strict COVID policies. The protests are happening in at least 16 major cities, including Beijing and Shanghai. Protesters are calling for Chinese President Xi Jinping to…Lame Duck Agenda
Published November 28, 2022
Congress is back at work this week for the lame duck session. Lawmakers will need to vote on a continuing resolution or pass a funding bill for the year by December 16. Congress may also be asked to intervene in…Hollinrake Leads FFA Foundation Sponsor’s Board
Published November 28, 2022
The National FFA Foundation has a new chair for the Sponsor’s Board. Syngenta’s global head of strategy and portfolio management, David Hollinrake, will lead the board for the upcoming year. Microsoft Vice President of Strategic Initiatives Mary Snapp is the…