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Midwest Dairy CEO to Retire in March
Published December 20, 2023
Midwest Dairy CEO Molly Pelzer has announced her retirement, effective March, 2024. Pelzer started her career with Midwest Dairy in 1984 as a program director working with schools and health care professionals. She held numerous leadership roles before taking on…NDSU: Biologicals Offer No Yield Response
Published December 20, 2023
NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist Greg Endres presented during the Getting it Right in Soybean Production webinar. Endres recapped research on biologicals for the last two growing seasons. “In 2022, statistically, there was no response among all of the treatments,”…Labor Headaches
Published December 20, 2023
According to Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation President Dan Glessing, the cost for participation in the H-2A program has become almost unaffordable for producers. MFBF is calling for a freeze on wage increases. “At this point it’s just putting farmers out…Farming Changes Bring New Challenges
Published December 20, 2023
Wes Weible began farming in 1980 and has seen drastic changes in the ag industry over the years. Back then, acres were left unplanted every year. “Now with the machinery they have, none of the ground is black anymore. We…USCA’s Focus for 2024
Published December 20, 2023
In addition to the farm bill, U.S. Cattlemen’s Association Senior Policy Advisor Jess Peterson is focused on the organization's policy priorities. "We need to clarify country of origin labeling,” said Peterson. “Our beef checkoff is an amazing program that needs…Adding Value
Published December 20, 2023
North Dakota Farmers Union Vice President Bob Kuylen serves as chair of Farmers Union Industries, the company that works to add value to ag products across the country. “We help businesses expand and do their planning.” FUI brands include Central…Funk Provides Leadership to Williston REC
Published December 20, 2023
Sam Funk is the new director of the NDSU Williston Research Extension Center. Previously, Funk worked for the United Soybean Board, Rabobank and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation.White Mold Moved into New Areas This Past Season
Published December 20, 2023
With dry conditions this past year, white mold was not expected to be much of a problem. However, Corteva Market Development Specialist Ron Geis says white mold was found in new areas. "It's not a wind-moved disease, it survives in…Boyer to Receive Shepherd’s Voice Award
Published December 20, 2023
The American Sheep Industry Association will recognize award winners at its convention next month. The Shepherd's Voice Award will be presented to Lorrie Boyer with KSIR Radio, Fort Morgan, Colorado. Boyer is a past president of the National Association of…