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RRFN Interview: Governor Tim Walz
Published January 18, 2023
In an interview with Red River Farm Network, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz addressed the expanding utilization of biofuels. “We’ll have internal combustion engines on the road for decades, my goal is to make sure more of that fuel is coming…SD Grain Buyer Bill Tabled
Published January 18, 2023
A bill was introduced in the South Dakota Legislature that would require grain buyers to report any alleged financial wrongdoing. After numerous discussions with the grain industry, Public Utilities Commission Commissioner Chris Nelson said they want the regulatory agency to…A Game-Changer
Published January 17, 2023
When operational, the three proposed soybean crush facilities in North Dakota are expected to utilize nearly 70 percent of the state’s soybean production. North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Executive Vice President Stu Letcher says that will be a game-changer for…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published January 17, 2023
In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson said all markets seem to be on the defense to start the week. "Wheat appears to be weakest one and it's…China Approves Imports of Eight Biotech Crops
Published January 16, 2023
The list includes two glyphosate-resistant types of alfalfa, which was submitted for approval more than ten years ago. Both alfalfa traits are owned by Forage Genetics International, which is a subsidiary of Land O’Lakes. China also approved a glyphosate-resistant canola…Construction Advances for AIC Facility
Published January 13, 2023
The Ag Innovation Campus in Crookston plans to crush its first soybeans this summer. Crushing equipment is being installed now and the company is in the final stretch of Phase I construction. Energy Management Systems President Bill Paulsen will manage…Ag Innovation Center Gains Financial Support
Published January 13, 2023
There are 55 million bushels of soybeans grown annually in an 11-county area surrounding Crookston. The Ag Innovation Campus is designed to be an incubator of ideas and the development of new products. The concept for this project began in…North Dakota Legislative Report
Published January 13, 2023
Activity is starting to pick up in the North Dakota Legislature. In this week's North Dakota Legislative Report, Senate Agriculture and Veterans Affairs Committee Chair Larry Luick outlines SB 2037, a bill dealing with a cost/benefit analysis for water projects…Environment and Agriculture Win-Win
Published January 13, 2023
Northstar Lime LLC in Crookston, Minnesota is one of 21 projects that will soon be open for public comment regarding its participation in the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program. Bryan Boll farms near Crookston and leads Northstar Lime. Boll says the…