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Wogsland to Retire From NDGGA
Published May 2, 2023
After 19 years as the executive director of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association, Dan Wogsland will retire June 1. NDGGA President Ed Kessel says Wogsland has made his mark on the industry. "When Dan talks people listen just because…The Bull Pen
Published May 2, 2023
Once a month, the Red River Farm Network sits down with Advance Trading Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi to discuss markets. April was a volitle time for the markets and global economic news is leading the way as we head…California Announces Additional Regs on Truckers
Published May 1, 2023
The State of California will end the sale of gas and diesel-powered trucks by 2036. The rule also requires all fleet trucks be electric or zero-emission by 2042. The federal government needs to give its approval for the enforcement of…Sine Die
Published May 1, 2023
The North Dakota legislative assembly has adjourned. Governor Doug Burgum signed 538 bills as of Saturday with 45 bills awaiting action. He has 15 business days to act on those bills. In a recap of the session, Burgum cited the…Positive News for Ethanol Industry
Published April 28, 2023
South Dakota Corn Growers Association Executive Director DaNita Murray is pleased with Friday’s EPA announcement, approving an emergency waiver for E15 summer driving. "This is the right decision for American pocketbooks and it is the right decision for a lot…E15 Waiver Granted
Published April 28, 2023
Another emergency waiver has been granted, expanding the sale of 15 percent ethanol blends for the summer season. The Environmental Protection Agency issued a similar waiver last year. EPA Administrator Michael Regan said this decision will help farmers, strengthen U.S.…Mexico Pushes Back on Biotech Corn Issue
Published April 28, 2023
A key member of the Mexican agriculture ministry is upset with the United States and its challenge of the Mexican government’s ban on biotech corn imports. The U.S. is seeking trade consultations through the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Mexican Deputy Agriculture Minister…USFWS Seeks to Provide Clarity in Prairie Pothole Region
Published April 27, 2023
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing a new rule for landowners in the Prairie Pothole Region. If landowners install drain tile near protected wetlands and follow the approved setback distances, the rule says they will not be punished…Early Season Recommendations
Published April 27, 2023
The wet, cold soil has made it impossible for fieldwork to begin. University of Minnesota Extension Corn Agronomist Jeff Coulter says there are other factors more important than planting dates. "Like the two weeks before the tassels come out and three…