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USDA Report Highlights Strong U.S. Crop Demand
Published November 10, 2020
In the November Supply and Demand report, USDA lowered U.S. production and raised demand more than expected. U.S. corn production was lowered to 14.5 billion bushels on a yield of 175 bushels per acre. Soybean production was lowered to 4.1…Dry Conditions Force Ranchers to Adjust Fall Schedule
Published November 10, 2020
A dry, open fall allowed farmers in east-central North Dakota to finish harvest earlier-than-normal and deal with fall fieldwork. Eddy County Extension Agent Chandy Howard says the dry conditions are a concern. "The livestock guys are also dealing with it.…Three Farm Daughters Launches Nutritionally-Dense Foods
Published November 10, 2020
A Grand Forks-based family-run food company called Three Farm Daughters has launched its first products. The artisanal pasta and wheat flour is produced with a patented wheat variety called GoodWheat. "Our family farm has been growing GoodWheat for three years…40 Square Reminds MN Ag Community About Open Enrollment Period
Published November 10, 2020
The cost of healthcare can be the difference between being in business or not. Minnesota-based 40 Square Cooperative Solutions is tailored to the needs of farmers and others in ag-related businesses. Executive Director Char Vrieze says any healthcare dollars left…A New Sunflower Protein Flour Comes to Market
Published November 10, 2020
Red River Commodities has introduced a new sunflower protein flour called Suntein. The non-GMO sunflower product features a 49 percent protein value. Suntein can be used for a variety of applications, including bakery, confectionary, snack food, plant-based meat and dairy…AgriBank’s Credit Quality Remains Positive
Published November 10, 2020
St. Paul-based AgriBank reports third quarter net income of $159 million. That’s down from $174 million one year ago. Credit quality remains strong with over 99 percent of its loans classified as acceptable. That’s up 1.2 percent from the end…McDonald’s to Test McPlant Options
Published November 10, 2020
The McDonald’s fast-food chain is adjusting its menu, adding new vegetarian options. The McPlant lineup includes imitation burgers, chicken and breakfast items. The plant-based products will be tested in different parts of the country.MN House Leadership Re-elected
Published November 10, 2020
In the Minnesota Legislature, House Speaker Melissa Hortman of Brooklyn Park will continue in that role during the upcoming session. House Majority Leader of Ryan Winkler of Golden Valley will maintain his leadership role. House Republicans re-elected Kurt Daudt of…Klumb and Smith to Chair SD Ag Committees
Published November 10, 2020
The committee chairs for the 2021 South Dakota legislative session have been named. Joshua Klumb, who farms at Mount Vernon, will chair the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee. V.J. Smith of Brookings is leading that same committee at the…