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CattleFax Outlook is Optimistic Prices Can Average Higher in 2020
Published February 10, 2020
Those gathered at this year's Cattle Industry Convention got a glimpse at the 2020 cattle market. "Cattle producers have done a tremendous job of producing more with less," said CattleFax Vice President of Industry Relations Kevin Good. "We're optimistic that…MN Cattlemen Applaud Policy Wins
Published February 10, 2020
Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association President Mike Landuyt says cattle producers are gaining ground with the multiple trade wins. "Some of the regulations aren't even necessary loosened up, we can just better navigate them now." Landuyt adds another high point for…Analysts Watch for China Demand in February USDA Report
Published February 10, 2020
The USDA will release its February Supply/Demand and crop production reports tomorrow. Analysts like Zaner Ag Hedge Group Chief Market Strategist Ted Seifried want to see how the USDA deals with China’s demand in the report. There are still lots…Cooperative Leadership Training Coming Up
Published February 10, 2020
The Quentin Burdick Center for Cooperatives is hosting a cooperative leadership training later this month. The training helps co-op leaders develop core skills and advanced management techniques. Quentin Burdick Center for Cooperatives Director Frayne Olson says there will be a…Rural Perspectives
Published February 10, 2020
In this edition of the Rural Perspectives podcast from AgCountry Farm Credit Services, market education specialist Katie Tangen talks about phase one of the China trade deal, the third tranche of Market Facilitation Program payments and farm program sign-up. Listen…MN and SD Ranchers Selected for NCBA Leadership
Published February 9, 2020
Florida rancher Marty Smith was elected president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association at the annual Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio. Also stepping into leadership roles are Jerry Bohn of Kansas as president-elect, Don Schiefelbein of Minnesota as vice…ND Beef Commission Focused on Growing Exports
Published February 9, 2020
The focus for the North Dakota Beef Commission is on growing export markets for the state’s beef producers. Chairman and Manning rancher Weston Dvorak says the demand for U.S. beef remains strong. "We've now shifted from a supply-driven to demand-driven…94th NDSU Little International is This Weekend
Published February 9, 2020
It’s a long-standing tradition rooted in agriculture – The Little International. In the 94th year of the event, students will compete in ham curing and prepare speeches, along with competing in the coveted livestock showmanship contest. Also being honored as…Be Safe When Working Around Grain Bins
Published February 9, 2020
How safe are you while working with grain in storage? NDSU Extension agricultural engineer Ken Hellevang reminds farmers to understand the risks of working around grain bins. "Wet grain typically leads to storage issues. That can lead to an increase…