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CCC Loans: An Option for Cash Flow
Published November 6, 2018
In times of low income, Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) Loans are one consideration for farmers. The loans provide interim financing at harvest to meet cash flow needs having to sell commodities. Brian Haugen, North Dakota Farm Service Agency Price Support…Reminders for Winter Soybean Storage
Published November 6, 2018
Farmers are choosing to store a large portion of this year’s soybean crop. As the weather continues to get colder, NDSU Extension agricultural engineer Ken Hellevang says the cool down phase of storage management is key. Aeration fans should be…Pay Attention to Carry in the Market
Published November 6, 2018
As farmers consider ways to market the crop, Innovus Agra LLC farm management coach Bret Oelke says to look at opportunities to sell the carry. There is opportunity in corn, soybeans and spring wheat. "The further out you go within…A Mid-Term Plan to Move U.S. Soybeans
Published November 6, 2018
Farmers are storing soybeans and making plans to market the crop. In the meantime, Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council CEO Tom Slunecka says the soybean industry is trying to secure markets that would normally buy from South America in…Harvest and Fieldwork Winding Down
Published November 6, 2018
Harvest is winding down in northeastern, North Dakota. In the Niagara area, farmer Randy Schaley says the edible bean and soybean harvest were a pleasant surprise. "We were very dry during flowering and weren't expecting to harvest this type of…Ritchison Expects ND Winter to be Similar to 2017/18
Published November 5, 2018
For the most part, November should bring close to average temperatures and precipitation. North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network Interim Director Daryl Ritchison wouldn't be surprised if the month finishes close to or a little above average. "However, one thing we…Cramer: Advocates Philosophy and Policy
Published November 5, 2018
After three terms in Congress, Representative Kevin Cramer tells RRFN he has always been working for North Dakota farmers and ranchers. That includes work on the farm bill and wetlands reform. "In addition, consider the general philosophy and policy across…Heitkamp: ‘I Stand With North Dakota Agriculture’
Published November 5, 2018
In the mid-term election, the North Dakota Senate race is getting national attention. In an interview with RRFN, Senator Heidi Heitkamp said she is a true advocate for North Dakota farmers and ranchers. "I don't just stand for a political…Introducing Rural Perspectives
Published November 4, 2018
The Red River Farm Network, in conjunction with AgCountry Farm Credit Services, is proud to introduce a new podcast series: Rural Perspectives. The series takes a look at marketing and risk management strategies. In the first episode of Rural Perspectives,…