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A Turning Point for the Grain Markets
Published June 25, 2019
This week will be a turning point for the grain markets. Stewart-Peterson Senior Market Advisor Brian Doherty says there’s either good enough weather or there isn’t for the crop. "The idea of where the market is going to go is…A Year for the Record Books
Published June 25, 2019
With the volatility and uncertainty in farm country, this is one year for the record books. Advance Trading agribusiness consultant Nathan Mangold says there are regional issues with the crops and he's closely watching Friday’s USDA report. "USDA will likely…Crop Watch
Published June 25, 2019
In Barnes County, North Dakota, NDSU Extension agent Randy Grueneich says the crop is all over the board. “Some of the wheat that got in early is moving along, and there are some soybeans just poking up. The corn acres…A Record-Setting Year in Dekalb County, IL
Published June 24, 2019
Between Rockford and Dekalb, Illinois, CHS Eldred grain merchandiser Steve Meisch said the crop is way behind schedule. This is an unusual year for northern Illinois. "I believe our average was around 212 (bushels per acre) last year. That's typical…An Immature Crop in Central Illinois
Published June 24, 2019
Moving from Rockford, Illinois south to Bloomington, the crop is well behind the norm. In reality, there is corn and soybeans in places like Roseau, Minnesota or Hunter, North Dakota that are much farther along than in many parts of…Application Fees Waived for Certified Seed Inspection
Published June 24, 2019
Due to weather-related conditions, the North Dakota State Seed Department is waiving late fees on applications for field inspections. Certified seed growers are encouraged to apply for a field inspection as soon as possible. Applications can be found online at…Anderson Named Vive Crop Protection CEO
Published June 24, 2019
The President of Vive Crop Protection, Darren Anderson, will become the company’s new CEO effective July 1. Anderson is one of the co-founders of the company. He will take over the CEO responsibilities from Keith Thomas. Thomas will become the…Beyer Elected as MN Soybean Growers President
Published June 24, 2019
Wheaton, Minnesota farmer Jamie Beyer is the newly elected president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association. Beyer is the third female president in MSGA's history. Mike Skaug of Beltrami was elected vice president. Mark Brown of St. James was named…ND Grain Growers E-Tour is This Week
Published June 24, 2019
For the 26th year, the North Dakota Grain Growers Association is hosting Environmental Protection Agency officials from Washington D.C. The 12 participants will visit a variety ag businesses and farms to learn about environmental stewardship in the state. NDGGA Executive…