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Grazing Corn Residue
Published October 14, 2022
With harvest going full speed, the option to graze corn residue is on the table for livestock producers. North Dakota State University Beef Cattle Specialist Zac Carlson says it’s a win-win for soil health and as a cattle feed source.…High Court to Determine the Fate of Prop 12
Published October 14, 2022
The Supreme Court heard arguments regarding California's Proposition 12, which mandates stringent housing requirements for pregnant sows. California Solicitor General Michael Mongan said this initiative won’t affect pork markets outside of California. "California voters chose to pay higher prices to…China Returns to the Market
Published October 14, 2022
China purchased U.S. soybeans for three consecutive days at the end of this past week. "They've been woefully behind and all of a sudden, bam, they come into the markets," said Jerry Gulke, president, Gulke Group. "It was probably time…Nearly Done
Published October 14, 2022
The end is in sight for the sugarbeet campaign. "A lot of guys are done," said Nick Revier, sales manager, SES VanderHave. "I would say by the middle of this next week we'll pretty much be done and anytime that…AFBF Outlines Farm Bill Priorities
Published October 14, 2022
That list includes the continuation of current farm bill funding, prioritization of crop insurance, and adequate staffing and resources for USDA technical assistance. "We also believe that transparency is needed in our dairy system," said Zippy Duvall, president, American Farm…Beyond Meat Cuts Jobs
Published October 14, 2022
Beyond Meat, which produces plant-based meat substitutes, is cutting 200 jobs and has issued a warning to investors about its revenue outlook. Beyond Meat Chief Financial Officer Douglas Ramsey is also leaving the company. Ramsey was suspended in September after…Dry Bean Scene
Published October 14, 2022
In this week's Dry Bean Scene, Kelly Bean Company location managers for southeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota give us harvest recaps. The Dry Bean Scene is brought to you by SRS Commodities, Northarvest Bean Growers Association, Johnstown Bean Company,…River Shipping Costs Double
Published October 14, 2022
With parts of the Mississippi River at record low levels, the cost to ship grain and fertilizer has gone through the roof. The cost to ship a ton of corn from St. Louis to southern Louisiana approached $106 October 11.…Grafton to be Honored During Harvest Bowl
Published October 14, 2022
During the NDSU Harvest Bowl celebration, former NDSU Vice President of Agricultural Affairs Ken Grafton will be recognized as the Agriculturalist of the Year. County honorees from North Dakota and northwest Minnesota will also be honored November 18.