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Three Emerging Issues for Ag Retailers
Published March 28, 2023
In a new report from CoBank, agricultural retailers face three key issues over the next five years. The changing needs of farm customers are at the top of the list. CoBank said a growing number of farmers want to manage…Vilsack to Testify, Testify, Testify
Published March 27, 2023
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will make three trips to Capitol Hill this week. Vilsack is scheduled to testify before the House Agriculture Committee tomorrow. The USDA leader will face the Senate Ag Appropriations Committee on Wednesday and the House Ag…ND Judge Rules on WOTUS Case
Published March 24, 2023
A federal judge in North Dakota is allowing farm groups to intervene in the ongoing legal battle over the Waters of the United States rule. North Dakota Judge Alice Senechal will consider a motion from 24 states for a preliminary…Interest Rates Increase 25 Basis Points
Published March 23, 2023
Interest rates are now at the highest level since September of 2007. The benchmark rate was increased another quarter-percentage point and is now in a range of 4.5-to-five percent. Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell said the economy was doing…Disappointment
Published March 23, 2023
The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association is upset with budget agreement announced by Governor Tim Walz and DFL legislative leaders. The $48 million target for agriculture is far below expectations, especially with the budget surplus of $17.5 billion. In a statement,…RRFN Interview: Governor Tim Walz
Published March 22, 2023
In an interview with the Red River Farm Network, Governor Tim Walz said the budget reflects the needs of Minnesota agriculture. "We've got AGRI (Agricultural Growth, Research and Innovation program) dollars in there; we're making sure that the infrastructure to expand…China and Russia Driving ‘Change’
Published March 22, 2023
During their meeting in Moscow, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized their tight political and economic relationship. Following a state dinner Tuesday night, Xi said the world is seeing historic changes with China and Russia driving…MFBF Expected Different Budget Scenario
Published March 22, 2023
Minnesota Farm Bureau President Dan Glessing was surprised by the budget framework agreement and the $48 million budget allocation for agriculture. “We were certainly hoping to see more put toward agriculture. We’ll have some conversations and see if we can’t…E15 Emergency Waiver Sought
Published March 21, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem and their counterparts in Iowa and Nebraska are asking for an emergency waiver to allow 15 percent ethanol blends to be used this summer. EPA Administrator Micheal Regan approved year-round sales…