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Argentina Raising Soy Export Taxes
Published March 6, 2020
According to Argentina’s agricultural ministry, the Argentine government will raise export taxes on soybeans and soybean products. That increase could range from three percent to 33 percent for the largest producers. The ministry says the government will compensate farmers who…Conditions to Watch For this Calving Season
Published March 6, 2020
Conversations about calving were had at the Aberdeen Ag Expo. South Dakota State University Extension veterinarian Dr. Russ Daly says now is the time where miscarriages may occur. "We want to make sure there isn't a situation we can do…USDA Announces ASF Preparation Protocols
Published March 6, 2020
USDA’s priority is to keep African Swine Fever out of the country, but plans have been announced regarding preparations for the disease if it would be found. USDA Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach made that announcement at…Pork Checkoff to Launch New Marketing Campaign in ’20
Published March 5, 2020
There’s one thing that is fundamental to economics and that's supply and demand. Right now, the hog industry is looking at record large supplies. "We've got a lot of pigs coming at us in 2020," said Bill Even, CEO, National Pork…DFA Postpones Annual Meeting
Published March 4, 2020
The Dairy Farmers of America has postponed its annual meeting, which was scheduled for March 16-18 in Kansas City. The decision was made “out of an abundance of caution” due to the coronavirus outbreak.Six Special Orders Approved by NFU Members
Published March 4, 2020
National Farmers Union delegates approved six special orders of business at convention. These special orders will guide NFU government affairs priorities in the next year. Those special orders include a look at the 2020 election, the development of a mandatory…E15 Bill Heard in Minnesota House
Published March 3, 2020
The Minnesota House Agriculture Committee heard a bill Tuesday that would increase the state’s ethanol standard from a ten percent blend to 15 percent. Minnesota Farmers Union government relations director Stu Lourey spoke in favor of the bill, saying farmers…The Farmer/Lender Relationship
Published March 3, 2020
Even in the face of adversity, agricultural lenders and farmers strive to maintain a positive working relationship. John Pfaff has experienced both sides of the farming/lending relationship. For the past five years, Pfaff has worked at Security First Bank in…NFU Delegates Dive into Policy Book
Published March 3, 2020
The final day of the National Farmers Union Convention was filled with policy discussions. "It's such a learning experience," said Sheila Rude, a farmer and delegate from Tolna, North Dakota. "You have no clue until you get here the discussions…