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Government Shutdown to Impact Certain USDA Activities
Published December 23, 2018
With the lapse in government funding, some USDA activities will be shut down or significantly reduced. On Twitter, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said Farm Service Agency offices will remain open with regular business offices until Friday, December 28. Farmers can…Prime Rib: Easy and Nutritious
Published December 21, 2018
When it comes to preparing that special holiday meal, prime rib often come to the top of the list. While the price tag may be intimidating, North Dakota Beef Commission Executive Director Nancy Jo Bateman says prime rib is easy…The Farm Bill Brings Assurance for Agriculture
Published December 21, 2018
American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Scott VanderWal attended Thursday's farm bill signing ceremony. Moving into a New Year, the Volga, South Dakota farmer and rancher says the new bill provides much needed assurance for agriculture. "That's important as we…President Trump Signs the Farm Bill
Published December 21, 2018
Farm state lawmakers crowded the stage in the White House South Court Auditorium Thursday, waiting for the arrival of President Donald Trump. Suddenly, the theme of the 1970s television show Green Acres was heard on the speakers. Minutes before, Trump…A Better Farm Bill
Published December 20, 2018
In reviewing the farm bill, Texas A&M University Extension Economist Dr. Joe Outlaw says the new bill is positive for agriculture. "While this new bill doesn't have any dramatic changes, it takes the existing programs and makes them as good as…An Improved Dairy Safety Net
Published December 20, 2018
Dairy farmers will receive an improved safety net in the new farm bill. The Margin Protection Program will be rebranded as the Dairy Margin Coverage Program. "The coverage levels become even higher, and the premium rate structure becomes more favorable…USDA Releases Final Biotech Labeling Rule
Published December 20, 2018
The U.S. Department of Agriculture released the final text of the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard on Thursday. In reviewing the standard, agriculture groups are pleased, saying it stands firmly with science in it validates the fact there is no…Farm Bill Funds Livestock Disease Preparedness
Published December 20, 2018
The new farm bill includes funding for an updated Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine bank. North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Executive Director Julie Ellingson says the funding is a positive first step. "It's one of the most contagious diseases that not…Steady Basis Seen in the Region
Published December 19, 2018
Basis levels for corn, wheat and soybeans at grain elevators across the region are steady to a little better. Wheat basis ranges from 40 to 60 cents under the March futures contract. The corn basis ranges from 53 to 65…