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More Labor Strife in Argentina

Published January 25, 2021

A strike by independent truckers has shut down activity at two key Argentine ports. The truckers’ union is demanding higher freight rates, road improvements and additional security for drivers. Grain exports were interrupted earlier this month when port workers went…
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Canola Minute

Published January 25, 2021

In USDA's annual Crop Production Summary, the average canola yield was increased, matching the highest average yield for North Dakota on record. Learn more from Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman in the Canola Minute.
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Beet Stock Snapshot

Published January 24, 2021

American Crystal Sugar Company sugarbeet stock continued to trend slightly higher last week. According to Acres & Shares broker Jayson Menke, 120 shares were brokered last week for an average price of $3,784.38 per share.
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Dry Bean Scene

Published January 24, 2021

The dry bean markets look much different compared to last year at this time, mostly due to the coronavirus pandemic. Seasonally, there hasn’t been as much of a price recovery in the navy bean market when compared to the pinto…
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Good Demand for High Quality, Long-Time Weaned Calves

Published January 22, 2021

Feeder cattle continue to move through auction barns across the Northern Plains. There is good demand for high quality, long-time weaned calves with moderate flesh condition. Stockmen’s Livestock Exchange at Dickinson, North Dakota had approximately 3,000 head at Thursday’s sale.…
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Questions Remain Surrounding South American Production

Published January 22, 2021

Traders are keeping a close eye on South American production. Van Ahn and Company market analyst Kristi Van Ahn says private estimates are starting to add in more production for Brazil. "The last few days, we've seen private estimates start…
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Rally Could Impact Acreage in Northern Plains

Published January 22, 2021

The corn and soybean rally will impact local planting intention. During the AgCountry Farm Credit Services Virtual Marketing Day, NDSU Extension Crops Marketing Economist Frayne Olson said he has heard from specialty crop companies. "The processors would be very comfortable…
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