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The Corn Has a Chance to Finish
Published September 23, 2019
In the Ulen, Minnesota area, West Central Ag Services Territory Sales Manager Clyde Kringlen says wheat harvest is wrapped up for the most part. Falling numbers and other quality issues were the main harvest story. "Now the challenge is sorting…Rural Perspectives
Published September 23, 2019
USDA has announced new details about the disaster aid program. "What will probably get the most attention is a program to address all of the prevent plant issues," says AgCountry Farm Credit Services market education specialist Katie Miller. "Hopefully they…Biodiesel Board Still Waiting on an RFS Announcement
Published September 23, 2019
National Biodiesel Board (NBB) CEO Donnell Rehagen tells the Red River Farm Network he hasn’t seen any details on next steps on the Renewable Fuel Standard from the White House as of Friday afternoon. "I do know President Trump and…Fewer Cattle on Feed in September Across the U.S.
Published September 23, 2019
USDA says the number of cattle in the nation’s feedlots as of September 1 was 10.9 million head. That's down one percent from last year. August placements totaled 1.9 million head, nine percent less than one year ago. Marketings during…State Media says Trade Talks are Good
Published September 23, 2019
China’s state media is saying China did not cancel planned farm visits due to a breakdown in trade negotiations. According to a Sunday report, China’s senior agricultural official told the state media there was a good outcome from the negotiations…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published September 23, 2019
Spring wheat funds are record short in the markets right now. What’s not so hot? There's a volatile stock market. Advance Trading risk management advisor Tommy Grisafi has more details in this edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in the…engAGe: Building a Community
Published September 23, 2019
Three years ago, Zeorian Harvesting owner Tracy Zeorian was looking for a way to connect with others during harvest. That’s when the HarvestHER community was born. "Sometimes, when you get those nudges, you just ignore them. This one I couldn't…Protecting Your Cattle Investment
Published September 23, 2019
De Smet, South Dakota cattle producer and attorney Todd Wilkinson headlined the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association education series at their annual convention. Wilkinson says there are a lot of little things than can be done to protect a producer's investment.…Pork Board Remains Optimistic About Trade Deals
Published September 23, 2019
Signing of a trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan could happen during the United Nations General Assembly later this month in New York. "Japan is the most important market, by value, for U.S. pork," says National Pork Board Chief…