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Freedom Caucus Won’t Delay Farm Bill
Published August 17, 2023
South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson does not expect the conservative Freedom Caucus to delay the new farm bill. However, Johnson said some of the most conservative members of Congress may push for cuts to farm bill spending, preventing the legislation…CAFO Petition Denied
Published August 16, 2023
The Environmental Protection Agency has denied a petition submitted by a collection of environmental activist groups. Food & Water Watch and its co-petitioners wanted EPA to toughen the Clean Water Act regulations for large scale livestock and poultry farms. However,…Feeder Cattle Market Influenced by Tight Supplies
Published August 16, 2023
This is a time of the year when feeder cattle prices typically see seasonal weakness. Van Ahn and Company market analyst Steve Witt does not expect that to happen this year. Cattle numbers are tight and it will take time to…Battling Concentration in the Cattle Market
Published August 16, 2023
During a stop at Dakotafest, U.S. Cattlemen’s Association President Justin Tupper said this is not a time to be complacent about concentration. The St. Onge, South Dakota rancher believes the cattle industry can learn from the pork and poultry sectors. "We…Market for Plant-Based Alternative Meat Options is Fading Fast
Published August 15, 2023
A new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange says the higher cost for these plant-based options is a hurdle. There are also negative perceptions about taste, value and versatility. Sales of meat alternatives have fallen steadily since 2021 with a more…Warning Shots Fired
Published August 14, 2023
The food security worries out of the Black Sea Region took a new turn over the weekend. A Russian warship fired warning shots Sunday at a cargo ship that was on the way to Ukraine. When the cargo ship refused…Small Grains Resurvey
Published August 14, 2023
During the first two weeks of September, USDA will be resurveying farmers growing wheat, barley, oats and rye. The information will be used to establish small grain acreage, yield and production estimates at the county level.Yields Lowered, But Within Expectations
Published August 11, 2023
As expected, USDA lowered yields in its crop production report. Corn yields are expected to average 175.1 bushels per acre, down nearly two-and-a-half bushels from the July report. The soybean yield is forecast at 50.9 bushels per acre, down just…Pest Pressure
Published August 10, 2023
Amy Brateng owns South 89 Seed at Roseau, Minnesota and says the corn in the area is well ahead of schedule. "It's maybe two weeks ahead of normal; we are in milk stage and I wouldn't be surprised if we could find…