Markets Articles
Beet Stock Values
Published March 16, 2024
According to Acres & Shares broker Jayson Menke, there were no ACSC beet stock brokered sales last week. Is the trading season over? Menke said it’s hard to know. “The earliest we’ve ever been done trading shares was March 16.…MN Soybean Checkoff Sees Unique Opportunity in Uzbekistan
Published March 16, 2024
The Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council hosted a second trade trip to Uzbekistan to continue promoting Minnesota soybeans in overseas markets. "They're currently using about 300, 000 metric tons of soybean meal in the country, but they should be…GOP Lawmakers Press White House to Address Ag Trade
Published March 15, 2024
Over 20 Senate Republicans have sent a joint letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai voicing concern about the sharp decline in ag exports. The letter said, “while the Biden Administration continually refuses to pursue…March CONAB Forecast Released
Published March 15, 2024
The Brazilian crop supply agency, CONAB, lowered corn and soybean production in its March report. Soybean production is pegged at 146.9 million metric tons, down from the February estimate of 149.4 million tonnes. Corn production is estimated at 112.7 million…Waubun, MN Meat Processor Could Be Opperational June 2024
Published March 14, 2024
Waubun, Minnesota Beef Producer Paul Benson says a new processing facility in his local community could be up and running as early as June. The idea for this facility was formed back in 2017. “My friend Doyle Turner and I…Supporting Local Meat Processors
Published March 14, 2024
Advancing programming to help local meat processors has been a focus for the Minnesota Farmers Union. Intermediary loans are now available through a USDA Rural Development grant program. The first of those loans is expected to be approved by the…Dry Bean Scene
Published March 11, 2024
Kelley Bean Company North Dakota and Minnesota Regional Sales Manager John Bartsch joins the Dry Bean Scene. Dry bean acres could see an increase in the 2024 growing season. Strong demand for edible beans and lower prices for other crops…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published March 11, 2024
In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says stock markets and gold are bright spots in the markets showing a strong economy. "And I'm going to throw corn…WASDE Report As Neutral As Can Be
Published March 9, 2024
Following a lackluster WASDE report, Total Farm Marketing Market Advisor Brandon Doherty says it’s a bit surprising that wheat held on to gains from earlier in the day through the close of business Friday. “The U.S. numbers are just about…