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Next Traunche of MFP Payments on the Way
Published November 18, 2019
The second tranche of Market Facilitation Program payments will be made beginning today. Farmers will receive 25 percent of the total 2019 MFP payment. That’s on top of the 50 percent payment made earlier this year. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue…Harvest Wraps Up for Niagara, ND Farmer, But Challenges Remain for 2020
Published November 15, 2019
It was a relief for Niagara, North Dakota farmer Mike Kelly when the last of the 2019 soybean crop went through the combine and into the bin. The hopes of finishing harvest anytime soon were small after two feet of…RMA to Defer Interest on Crop Insurance Premiums
Published November 15, 2019
To help farmers hurt by the extreme weather, USDA’s Risk Management Agency will defer the accrual of interest on 2019 crop insurance premiums until the end of January. USDA Undersecretary Bill Northey made that announcement at the National Association of…Lawmakers Seek Federal Intervention in Propane Shortage
Published November 15, 2019
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has sent a letter to the head of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding the current propane shortages for farmers and grain elevators. The lawmakers contend efforts must be taken to maintain a continuous propane…Durum Growers Reflect on 2019, Take Optimism Into 2020
Published November 13, 2019
Quality problems were evident in North Dakota’s durum crop this year. Lower falling numbers, vitreous kernel content and higher damage levels are the issue. North Dakota Wheat Commission Marketing Specialist Erica Olson says the industry is well aware of the…National Biodiesel Board Releases Biodiesel Tax Credit Report
Published November 13, 2019
In a new report, the National Biodiesel Board highlights the significance of the biodiesel tax credit. With the support of the Renewable Fuel Standard and tax credit, the biodiesel industry growth can be sustainable. NBB CEO Donnell Rehagen says the…Sawfly Challenges Noted in ND Small Grains
Published November 12, 2019
NDSU North Central Research Extension Center Crop Protection Specialist T.J. Prochaska says wheat stem sawfly was a challenge for North Dakota small grain growers this year. "Depending on where you were in the state, it was hit or miss. There…Dean Foods Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Published November 12, 2019
Dean Foods has received approval from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, granting access for up to $475 million to continue day-to-day operations. Dean Foods President and CEO Eric Beringause praised the action of the court,…Questions on Crop Insurance Come from ND Farmers
Published November 12, 2019
Meeting with North Dakota farmers, USDA Risk Management Agency Administrator Martin Barbre fielded questions on prevent plant, revenue protection and quality discounts. "We're looking for ways to make sure quality discounts don't impact Actual Production History going forward." Barbre says…