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Grain and Livestock Markets Close Mixed
Published June 21, 2018
There’s a cloud hanging over the grain markets as a result of the trade discussions. RML Trading market analyst Terry Fichtner explains in today's closing market report.Will Brazil Meet China’s Demand?
Published June 21, 2018
Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting President Mike Zuzolo says Brazil’s ability to supply soybeans to China is being questioned. "The Brazilians, because they are having freight issues and don't have an agreement with those freight companies yet, they may be…A Variable Beet Crop
Published June 21, 2018
The sugarbeet crop is variable in the Minn-Dak growing region. Vice President of Agriculture Tom Knudson says this crop is closer to a normal crop. "It was two phenomenal years for growth and the crop. No predictions and no projections on…Ross Defends Tariff Strategy
Published June 21, 2018
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross faced criticism over the Administration’s trade and tariff policy during a Senate Finance Committee hearing. The dust-up over steel and aluminum imports has resulted in retaliation against farm commodities. Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts said this…An Evolving ND Feeder Cattle Industry
Published June 20, 2018
The North Dakota feeder cattle industry has evolved over the past couple decades. That was evident, as nearly 75 cattle producers turned out for the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association 16th Annual Feedlot Tour. "North Dakota isn't necessarily a long-time cattle…Lardy Named NDSU Extension Interim Director
Published June 20, 2018
NDSU Extension has named Dr. Greg Lardy as interim director. Lardy currently serves as NDSU Animal Sciences Department head and carries a 30 percent appointment as associate vice president for Agricultural Affairs. The Sentinel Butte native says his roots run…Be Aware of Inversions
Published June 20, 2018
NDSU Extension Pesticide Program Specialist Andrew Thostenson reminds applicators to be aware of temperature inversions when spraying, especially if applicators use dicamba. Thostenson says within one hour of sunset, farmers should be shutting down the spray operation regardless of wind…MN Dicamba Application Deadline Expires Today
Published June 20, 2018
Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson confirms Minnesota’s dicamba application deadline will not be extended. That means before sunset Wednesday, June 20, Minnesota farmers will need to have dicamba sprayed if they plan to use the product. Frederickson doesn’t want a…Grain Markets Close Lower, Livestock Mostly Higher
Published June 19, 2018
Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen says trade is part of the reason why grains closed lower Tuesday.