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Barge Traffic Hampered by Low Water Levels
Published September 28, 2023
Due to low water levels on the lower Mississippi River, new draft and tow-size restrictions have been implemented for barge traffic. American Commercial Barge Line is reporting parts of the river channel are down to nine feet. Delays of 48-to-72…Checkoff Amendment Defeated
Published September 27, 2023
A large group of livestock, crop and forestry groups sent a letter to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in opposition to Indiana Representative Spartz’s anti-checkoff amendment. The amendment was ultimately defeated. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Senior Director of Government Affairs Tanner…Pipeline Project Highlighted at Local Farmers Union Meeting
Published September 27, 2023
McIntosh County Farmers Union held its annual meeting in Ashley, North Dakota and the proposed carbon pipeline was part of the discussion. President Brandon Meidinger, who is a sixth-generation farmer, described the pipeline as very disruptive to agricultural practices. "You…MN Beef Update
Published September 27, 2023
Minnesota Beef Council CEO Kelly Schmidt talks about a recent trade trip to South Korea and Japan in this week's Minnesota Beef Update.Fewer, But Bigger Corn Kernels
Published September 27, 2023
There are reports of larger-than-normal corn kernel size this fall. NDSU Extension Agronomist Clair Keene said larger kernel size doesn’t necessarily mean more yield. "If your corn was drought stressed during the pollination and grain fill period, you probably have…Corn Matters
Published September 27, 2023
Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council Chair Gary Prescher talks about research grant applications opening up. Hear more in the latest Corn Matters, brought to you by the Minnesota Corn Growers Association.Dry Bean Scene
Published September 27, 2023
Minnesota Dry Bean Research and Promotion Council Chair Mark Dombeck talks about a recent trade trip to Japan on this week's Dry Bean Scene. The Dry Bean Scene is sponsored by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association, Johnstown Bean Company, Sharpen…A Buggy Report
Published September 27, 2023
NDSU Extension Entomologist Janet Knodel identified grasshoppers as the biggest pest problem in wheat, barley and soybeans. "We expected as much with the drought last year; grasshoppers were at economic (treatment) levels more so in the central and western areas…‘Cautiously Optimistic’ for Farm Bill Movement
Published September 27, 2023
The farm bill expired with the end of the fiscal year. National Association of Wheat Growers Vice President of Policy and Communications Jake Westlin said the date is significant, but it’s more important to get the legislation done before the…