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Fall Considerations for Cattle Producers
Published October 12, 2018
When moving cattle to fall grazing or into the feedlot, NDSU Extension veterinarian Dr. Gerald Stokka says that’s an opportune time to check herd health. "We need to evaluate body condition scores in both cows and bulls, as well as…Near Record Brazilian Soybean Crop Expected
Published October 11, 2018
Brazil’s crop supply agency, CONAB, is expecting another record or near record soybean crop for the upcoming 2018/19 crop year. In the latest production estimate report, CONAB expects the soybean crop to range from 117 to 119.4 million metric tons,…Meat and Dairy Forecasts Mixed in USDA Report
Published October 11, 2018
The forecast for 2018 red meat and poultry production declined from last month. According to the October USDA report, beef production dropped due to an expected decline in fourth quarter slaughter. Carcass weights were also down due to more cows…October USDA Reports More Friendly than Expected
Published October 11, 2018
According to USDA, U.S. corn production is forecast at 14.7 billion bushels. That’s down 49 million bushels from last month. The average yield is forecast at 180.7 bushels per acre, down over one bushel from September. Corn ending stocks are…North Dakota Mill Expansion “On Schedule”
Published October 11, 2018
North Dakota Mill President and CEO Vance Taylor tells the Red River Farm Network the latest rail and grain storage project is making progress. By the end of construction in the spring, there will be four new storage bins, expected…Bigger Numbers Expected in USDA Supply/Demand Report
Published October 11, 2018
Traders continue to take money off the table ahead of Thursday's USDA supply/demand and crop production reports. Northern Crops Marketing and Investments President Brad Paulson expects bigger numbers, especially for corn and soybeans. "Wheat numbers probably won't be changed, except the…Icy Roads Expected, Drier This Weekend Near Aberdeen
Published October 10, 2018
National Weather Service-Aberdeen meteorologist Aaron Dye says there’s about two inches of snow on the ground as of mid-morning in Aberdeen. Other nearby spots have up to five inches of snow. "Wednesday night we might see some icy roads as…Snow and Rain Delays Harvest Yet Again
Published October 10, 2018
Wimbledon, North Dakota farmer Joe Ericson woke up Wednesday morning to a couple inches of wet, heavy snow. Ericson hadn't started soybean or corn harvest due to continued wet conditions in the area. "The wheat has been taken off and…Youth Learn by Doing with 4-H
Published October 10, 2018
The 4-H program provides nearly six million young people with hands-on experiences in agriculture, science, citizenship and more. NDSU Extension Stutsman County agent Alicia Harstad says the experiences gained in 4-H help with her current career in Extension. "Learning public…