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An Atypical El Nino
Published November 29, 2023
An El Nino typically brings warmer and drier winter conditions to the Northern Plains. Nutrien Ag Solutions Principal Atmospheric Scientist Eric Snodgrass spoke at a BASF event in Fargo and said this El Nino is ‘punching below its weight class.’ "We're…Respiratory Concern Carries Over to the Markets
Published November 28, 2023
China is experiencing a spike in respiratory illness, especially with children. The World Health Organization said the number of cases is below the levels seen during COVID and there are no new or unusual pathogens seen. With the lack of…Land Values Remain Strong
Published November 27, 2023
Despite higher interest rates, Farmers National Company Senior Vice President Matt Gunderson has not seen farmland prices come down. "Prices have been holding fairly decent and so that's creating a lot of cash out in the country," said Gunderson. "They're…What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets
Published November 27, 2023
In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson said gold is the only commodity showing any strength to start the week. Cattle and grain futures are trending lower. "Part of…A Regional Perspective on the Changes Happening in Argentina
Published November 23, 2023
Innovus Agra President Bret Oelke is home after a weeklong trade trip to Argentina. Oelke, who is a farm management coach, described it as an eye-opening experience. "It's facinating to learn about the economics production agriculture in an environment where they…‘Get it Done’
Published November 22, 2023
A one-year farm bill extension is in place, but National Corn Growers Association President Harold Wolle would like the new farm bill to be passed in early 2024. "GT Thompson, the chair of the House Ag Committee, was talking about trying…Jurisdictional Battle Has Broad Implications for Farmers
Published November 21, 2023
Mahnomen County farmer Dave Vipond applied for an irrigation permit from the State of Minnesota in March and it was approved in August. The day after the permit was issued, the White Earth Nation served Vipond a legal summons with…Election Year Politics Influence Farm Bill Process
Published November 21, 2023
A one-year farm bill extension gives Congress time to finish this important legislation. CHS Director of Federal Affairs Will Stafford would like to see the bill wrapped up early in the year. "Any farm bill is difficult to get across the…Razor Thin Margins in Congress
Published November 21, 2023
The Republicans have 222 seats in Congress, while the Democrats have 213. In the Senate, there is a 50-50 split. A shift in just a few seats in either chamber next year would change party control. will determine which party…