Markets Articles
What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets
Published Yesterday
In this week’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says cattle markets and gold are the hot markets. "Cattle continue to be the bright spot in the market." The grains are…Beet Stock Values
Published Yesterday
Last week, there was above average American Crystal Sugar Company beet stock broker trading. According to Acres & Shares owner Jayson Menke, 467 shares were brokered between $5,550 to $5,600 per share for an average price of $5,586.62 per share.…Trump Stands Firm on Canada Tariffs
Published March 15, 2025
President Donald Trump reaffirmed his hardline stance on tariffs with Canada during an Oval Office meeting, insisting the U.S. would not back down despite market concerns. "We've been ripped off for years, and we're not going to be ripped off…Olson: Set Price Targets, Plan Ahead
Published March 15, 2025
Despite the uncertainty in U.S. trade, North Dakota State University Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson advises farmers to focus on core marketing strategies. “You as a farm manager are not fast enough to chase the marketplace,” Olson said. “Things are…Policy Priorities Outlined at Pork Forum
Published March 14, 2025
The National Pork Industry Forum was held in Orlando. "A new farm bill and a new administration in the White House have also seen plenty of talk. "The number one thing I think as we're going through, especially with the…Dry Bean Scene
Published March 14, 2025
Northarvest Bean Growers Association Executive Director Mitch Coulter talks about the turbulent tariff situation and its impacts on trade in this week's edition of the Dry Bean Scene. Listen to the report.Working on Creative Solutions
Published March 13, 2025
Specialty crop producers are continuing to scramble to source containers to ship their products overseas. At the Transportation Go! Conference in Minneapolis, Specialty Soya and Grains Alliance Chair Bryan Severs said creative solutions are being investigated. "We're trying to get containers…EU Retaliates
Published March 12, 2025
The European Union is responding to the new U.S. tariffs on imported steel and aluminum products and agriculture is in the crosshairs. The agricultural products targeted for retaliatory tariffs include beef, dairy, poultry and sugar. The EU president said these…Beet Stock Values Hold Steady
Published March 12, 2025
Red River Land Company reports 20 shares of American Crystal Sugar Company stock sold for $5,550 per share. More than 100 additional shares are available for sale at that same level.