Policy Articles
Deadline Approaching for Electronic Posting Pilot Project
Published June 24, 2020
The ‘no trespass’ bill was one of the most controversial issues during the 2019 North Dakota legislative session. While the bill passed in the State Senate, it went down in the House. An electronic posting pilot project was developed as…Senate Ag Committee Advances U.S. Grain Standards Reauthorization Act
Published June 24, 2020
The Senate Agriculture Committee passed the U.S. Grain Standards Reauthorization Act of 2020 by a voice vote on Wednesday. In a statement, Chairman Pat Roberts said the bill will serve stakeholders well and help the U.S. maintain its reputation as…Equity Sought in CFAP Program
Published June 24, 2020
The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association is seeking equity in the next round of coronavirus relief. NDSA Executive Director Julie Ellingson says the deadlines for eligibility and payment rates for the CFAP program. "A steer that was sold on February 14,…FSA Continues to Work on WHIP+
Published June 24, 2020
The USDA CFAP program is in the spotlight, but North Dakota Farm Service Agency State Executive Director Brad Thykeson says WHIP+ has not been forgotten. There is a quality component to this program. "They're working on that in Washington, trying…China Approves New GMO Products for Import
Published June 23, 2020
China’s agriculture ministry has issued safety certificates for two new soybean varieties. Five corn hybrids and another soybean variety were also renewed. This is seen as an indication China is easing its restrictions on biotech crop imports.Special Session Ends in St. Paul
Published June 22, 2020
The Minnesota Legislature wrapped up its special session early Saturday morning without resolving major issues. The bonding bill and the tax bill did not get done, which means Section 179 expensing was not addressed. Both chambers adjourned without a specific…Clean Water Rule Takes Effect Today
Published June 22, 2020
A federal judge in California has denied a request to block the new Navigable Waters Protection Rule and the Trump Administration rule takes effect today. This rule replaces the controversial Waters of the U.S. rule. There are more legal challenges…2021 Dairy Margin Coverage Sign-Up Begins in Fall
Published June 20, 2020
The Dairy Margin Coverage program sign-up for 2021 will begin on October 12 and run through December 11, 2020. The Farm Service Agency is encouraging dairy producers to sign up for the program. So far this year, the DMC has…Ethanol Markets Improve, But Regulatory Challenges Remain
Published June 20, 2020
As the ethanol market begins to improve, Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor said it will be a long road to recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. "It's going to be very patchwork as every community is going to be opening at…