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Farming for the Future

Published June 19, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is partnering with the Red River Farm Network and the Linder Farm Network to provide information on soil health events and topics. This week, Minnesota Department of Agriculture Conservation Programs Administrator Megan Mullan talks about…
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MFU Minute

Published June 19, 2026

In the MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union Outreach Coordinator Brittney Johnson highlights MFU legislative meetings coming up on Tuesday in Fergus Falls in Crookston. Click here. 
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E-15 Supporters Watching Congressional Timeline

Published June 18, 2026

Supporters of year-round E-15 remain concerned that congressional delays could complicate efforts to secure a permanent legislative solution. Ethanol advocates worry both year-round E-15 and a new farm bill could face challenges if Congress relies on short-term funding measures later…
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USMCA Questions Raise Trade Concerns

Published June 18, 2026

President Donald Trump is raising new questions about the future of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Speaking with reporters in Paris, Trump said, "I would rather not have the USMCA," and suggested the agreement could be allowed to expire if future negotiations…
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H-2A Rule Changes for Dairy Farms

Published June 18, 2026

The Trump Administration has clarified its H-2A rules for dairy farms. Dairies can use the temporary farm worker program, but the jobs must be temporary or seasonal. The dairy industry has sought the year-round availability of international workers due to…
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Navarro Addresses R-CALF Convention

Published June 17, 2026

A senior White House advisor says the Trump administration is working to address challenges facing cattle producers, including market concentration and access to grazing land. Speaking at the R-CALF USA National Convention in Rapid City, trade counselor Peter Navarro criticized policies…
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Biofuels Offer Long-Term Growth Path

Published June 17, 2026

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith says expanded biofuel markets could provide a critical source of future demand for U.S. agriculture. Her comments follow the release of an S&P Global Energy study commissioned by U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action. "This is the…
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Fertilizer Transparency Remains a Priority

Published June 17, 2026

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley said producers often have limited insight into how fertilizer prices are determined and believes additional clarity would help farmers make more informed business decisions. "We need more transparency of fertilizer prices," Grassley said. Fertilizer remains one…
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