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China Makes More U.S. Grain Purchases Amid New Year Celebrations
Published February 4, 2022
USDA announced an old crop soybean sale of 380,000 metric tons to unknown destinations on Wednesday . Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says most traders suspect that's China. "It's impressive China is in buying oilseeds at a time…Expect the Unexpected with the Soybean Markets
Published February 4, 2022
Supply chain fears are driving the grain markets. Market analyst Jacob Burks expects to see more unexplainable market swings. "We see a $1.65 move up in soybeans and a pull back wouldn't be unexpected. At times, it's not clear why…Navigating Farm Policy in 2022
Published February 4, 2022
The past year was a time of significant change for farm policy. American Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Vice President Luther Markwart says there is a lot of work to do. "How do the disruptions impact the domestic sugar industry and…Adopt Good Soybean Management to Bridge Yield Gaps
Published February 4, 2022
The strong price of soybeans makes it an attractive crop to plant, but it's still a relatively new crop in North Dakota. At the Best of the Best in Wheat and Soybean Research, NDSU Extension Agronomist Hans Kandel outlined soybean…Numerous Opportunities for Animal Agriculture
Published February 4, 2022
North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans says the state is a blank slate, offering numerous opportunities for animal agriculture. "North Dakota is a beautiful, perfect place for responsible swine development because we're able to put distance between swine…Drought Relief is Top Priority
Published February 4, 2022
A drought relief package was proposed late last summer, but Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and legislative leaders were unable to come to terms on a special session. With the regular session underway, House Agriculture Committee Chair Mike Sundin said drought…Hanson Appointed AgCountry Chief Strategy Officer
Published February 4, 2022
Gordon Hanson has been named the chief strategy officer of AgCountry Farm Credit Services. Before the recent merger, Hanson was the president and CEO of Farm Credit Services of North Dakota. Previously, Hanson was a senior vice president and chief…Region Well Represented in NCBA Leadership
Published February 4, 2022
Don Schiefelbein of Kimball, Minnesota (pictured) is taking over as president of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. Todd Wilkinson of DeSmet, South Dakota is president-elect and Clark Price of Hensler, North Dakota was elected vice-chair of the Federation of State…Seeking First Overhaul of Grain Shipping Regs in 20 Years
Published February 4, 2022
Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar and South Dakota Senator John Thune have introduced legislation to update regulations for the grain shipping industry. This bill would require ocean carriers to certify that demurrage or late fees comply with federal regulations. It prevents…