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National Farmers Union Virtual Convention Focusing on Policy
Published March 1, 2021
The National Farmers Union virtual convention and annual meeting is taking place today and tomorrow. NFU President Rob Larew said the business of the organization is taking place at this meeting. "There will be many themes woven into the meeting…Rural Perspectives
Published February 28, 2021
There are opportunities in this current market environment. AgCountry Farm Credit Services market education specialist Katie Tangen encourages farmers to not delay decisions to sell. "The market can go either up or down, and I think there is more volatility…USTR Nominee Katherine Tai Has Senate Confirmation Hearing
Published February 26, 2021
U.S. Trade Representative Nominee Katherine Tai told the Senate Finance Committee if she is confirmed, a top priority will be implementing and enforcing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, along with addressing China’s unfair trade practices. South Dakota Senator John Thune asked Tai…Cattle Slaughter Back on Pace, But Record Tonnage is Testing Markets
Published February 26, 2021
Over the past couple years, the cattle industry has navigated two Black Swan events, with the most recent being supply chain challenges because of the coronavirus pandemic. CattleFax CEO Randy Blach told cattle producers that nearly 1 million head of…Lawmaker Encourages Agriculture to Speak Up for SBARE Funds
Published February 26, 2021
Once lawmakers return to Bismarck after crossover, the House will review funding for North Dakota State University Extension and research. Governor Burgum’s proposal called for significant cuts, but the dollars were reinstated in the Senate bill. Representative Mike Beltz, who…On a Mission to Share the FFA Experience With Others
Published February 26, 2021
Pat Dingels was one of the first female FFA members to join the Redwood Falls, Minnesota FFA Chapter in the 1970s. "When my friend and I walked into class, we were actually two years behind in our learning, because we…Vilsack is Back to Work at USDA
Published February 26, 2021
Tom Vilsack is back at the USDA working on key priorities. Working remotely from Iowa, the agriculture secretary acknowledged there’s quite a bit to do and little time to do it. The top priority is the COVID pandemic. The USDA…From Ag Educator to Ag Businessman
Published February 25, 2021
Based at Jamestown, North Dakota, AgCountry Farm Credit Services Senior Insurance Specialist Jason Rohr didn’t pursue a career in agribusiness while attending college at North Dakota State University. "I decided I wanted to be an FFA advisor and teach agriculture…MN Legislature Considers a 15% Ethanol Standard
Published February 25, 2021
The bill was laid over by the House Agriculture Committee for possible inclusion in an omnibus bill. Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish testified for the bill, saying the current ten percent ethanol requirement is good for the state. "When…