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Government Shutdown Would Influence Markets
Published September 22, 2023
The threat of a government shutdown is not positive news for the markets. Advance Trading Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi cites the USDA crop report that is coming out in October. "That could get delayed and once that data gets…PACE Act Would Increase Loan Limits
Published September 22, 2023
North Dakota Senator John Hoeven and Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar have introduced the Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act. The PACE Act would update loan limitations for USDA loan programs to better reflect current conditions. Limits would increase for direct…Climate Costs to be Considered
Published September 22, 2023
The Biden Administration has issued a directive to its agencies, asking them to consider the potential risk to the climate as they make budget and spending decisions. The example given in ‘The Hill’ cites the purchase of electric vehicles because…A Milestone for Green Bison Soybean Processing
Published September 20, 2023
Tuesday was a historic day for the new Green Bison Soybean Processing plant in Spiritwood. The plant received its first truckload of soybeans. When fully operational, Green Bison Soybean Processing will have a capacity of 150,000 bushels of soybeans per…Tax Credits Sought for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
Published September 19, 2023
A coalition of oilseed groups is asking the Biden Administration to support farmers and processors with tax incentives to produce sustainable aviation fuel. A letter was delivered to White House Senior Advisor John Podesta, urging the administration to recognize the…Use Puts to Protect Cattle Prices
Published September 18, 2023
Cattle prices have been in a steady upward trend for months. At the same time, corn prices have been declining. "The market is telling the cattle producers to get ready to hold back heifers and that will help put the…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published September 18, 2023
In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson said the cattle market is very strong. "We continue to reach all-time records on an almost daily basis."Continuing Resolution Vote Expected
Published September 18, 2023
Two groups within the House Republican Caucus have reportedly reached an agreement to pass a continuing resolution and avoid a government shutdown. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson and North Dakota Congressman Kelly Armstrong are included in the handful of lawmakers…NDFU Takes Its Message to DC
Published September 17, 2023
The timing of the National Farmers Union Fly-in coincided with a chaotic time in the Capitol City. The farm bill expires at the end of the month and a government shutdown is on the table. Regarding the farm bill, North…