Markets Articles
Beet Stock Values
Published December 4, 2023
According to Acres & Shares broker, Jayson Menke, 86 American Crystal Sugar Company beet shares were brokered last week at an average price of $5,753 per share. Menke says the number of brokered shares traded is above average through the…A Hold-Up in Rebuilding the Herd
Published December 2, 2023
While the cattle futures market has been under pressure, Kist Livestock Auction field representative Matt Lachenmeier isn't seeing that with cash market for the cattle coming through the barn. In addition to the drought, Lachenmeier says there are still things…Year-End Tax Strategies
Published December 2, 2023
This is the time to analyze where you sit for the 2023 business year and evaluate finances ahead of tax season. Farm Business Management Instructor Ron Dvergsten says buying equipment can be a good strategy if you can save a…AURI Update
Published December 1, 2023
AURI invites you to the Minnesota Renewable Energy Roundtable either in person or virtually. Hear more details in the latest AURI Update.Beet Industry Strength Influences Farmland Values
Published December 1, 2023
American Crystal Sugar Company stock continues to trade at record levels. "With the (ACSC) payment that came out, the (stock) price has really surged," said Chris Griffin, president, Red River Land Company. "The last sale was $5,850 per share which is…A Contrarian View
Published December 1, 2023
IntelliFARM market analyst Brain Voth is taking a contrarian view to the canola market. "Short-term, I'm going to say we'll probably go sideways to a little bit higher," said Voth. "Longer- term, I'm the bearish guy and that's a little bit…Mexico Shuts Down Brazilian Pork Imports
Published December 1, 2023
Mexico has temporarily stopped importing pork from Brazil. A petition from the Mexican Swine Breeders Association cites phytosanitary and sanitary concerns. Mexico is already the largest customer for U.S. pork and with this development that could increase even more.Panama Canal Authority Introduces Unique Fix for Shipping Delays
Published December 1, 2023
Due to low water levels, ships are backed up and waiting to move through the Panama Canal. The Panama Canal Authority is responding by offering an additional slot with it going for the highest bid. The vessels waiting ten days,…Excellent Quality for Corn
Published December 1, 2023
According to the U.S. Grains Council Corn Harvest Quality Report, the 2023 corn crop was the largest crop on record with the lowest percentage of broken corn and foreign material. Eighty-eight percent of samples tested met the requirements for U.S.…