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Walz Picks Petersen to Lead MDA
Published January 3, 2019
Minnesota Governor-elect Tim Walz has selected Thom Petersen to be the state’s next agriculture commissioner. Petersen tells the Red River Farm Network collaboration is a focus with the new administration. "I've always been a big fan of Governor Walz. I was…ND Releases State-Specific Dicamba Label
Published January 3, 2019
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has developed a 24c Special Local Needs label, which prohibits the application of XtendiMax, Engenia and FeXapan on soybeans after June 30. The state-specific label is in addition to federal requirements. For the upcoming…Farm-to-Market Roads are a Priority
Published January 3, 2019
According to North Dakota Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Larry Luick, this won't be a dull legislative session. A myriad of issues will be heard, including infrastructure updates, including roads and bridges. "That is a high priority," said Luick. "We took…A Volatile Grain Market in 2018
Published January 2, 2019
The grain markets put in a volatile year for 2018, highlighted by political and trade uncertainty. Looking back, Minneapolis March spring wheat was down 65 cents on the year, and March spring wheat was down 68.25 cents. Chicago March wheat…A Mixed Year for Livestock Markets
Published January 2, 2019
In 2018, the live and feeder cattle contracts showed gains. February live cattle gained $2.37 on the year, and April live cattle gained $3.83 for the year. For the year, January feeder cattle gained $2.85, while March feeders gained $4.78.…Room for Beef Export Expansion
Published January 2, 2019
Twenty eighteen was a strong year for U.S. beef export markets. According to data compiled by USDA and the U.S. Meat Export Federation, beef exports were up nine percent year-over-year and value was up 17 percent for January through October…Budget Issues to Dominate ND Legislative Session
Published January 2, 2019
Agriculture groups across the state are gearing up for the 66th North Dakota Legislative Assembly. According to NDFB Director of Public Policy Pete Hanebutt, some maintenance spending will most likely be on the horizon. "Issue-wise, we're concerned there will be…Small Grains Update Meetings Next Week
Published January 2, 2019
Small Grains Update Meetings begin Tuesday, January 7 and continue across Minnesota through Monday, January 20. Minnesota Wheat Executive Director Charlie Vogel says there’s a diverse line-up of speakers. "University of Minnesota Extension Professor Jochum Wiersma will discuss 2020 spring…China Could Be Buying Soybeans “Under the Radar”
Published January 1, 2019
China may be purchasing U.S. soybeans under the radar. Brock and Associates President Richard Brock explains it could be part of the strategy. "I think they'll start releasing the information on exports soon," says Brock. "The other thing we look…