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NFU in DC
Published September 11, 2023
The National Farmers Union Fly-in is underway this week in Washington, D.C. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and other USDA officials are scheduled to speak to Farmers Union members later this morning.Next 5 Years Conference Underway Today
Published September 11, 2023
It’s easy to be lost in the day-to-day activities on the farm and not look strategically into the future. The Northern Crops Institute is taking that longer view with the ‘Next 5 Years’ Conference today in Moorhead. "When we start…Tighter Soybean Carryout Likely
Published September 11, 2023
USDA will release the September supply and demand estimates tomorrow. U.S. Commodities President Don Roose says most traders are expecting a tighter soybean carryout number. That will also be reflected in the average yields. "We really can't lose a bushel…WOTUS Rule Changes Likely
Published September 11, 2023
The Environmental Protection Agency released its final WOTUS Rule earlier this month. Rinke Noonan Law Firm attorney Kale Van Bruggen expects to see more changes in the future. “Several administrations have attempted to tackle this issue, but none of them…Optimism for Harvest at Mahnomen
Published September 11, 2023
At the West Central Ag Services plot tour near Mahnomen, Minnesota, Sales Agronomist Wade Schoenborn said many growers were surprised to see above average wheat yields. The soybean harvest has started in the early varieties. “We have been fortunate with…Soybean Disease Moves North
Published September 10, 2023
Despite a dry year, NDSU Soybean Plant Pathologist Wade Webster has seen disease pressure in pockets throughout North Dakota. “We’re finding quite a bit of white mold that lined up well with different rainfall events.” Charcoal rot was also found…Beef Checkoff Group Works with Tighter Budget
Published September 10, 2023
The Cattlemen’s Beef Board Beef Promotion Operating Committee wrapped up its meeting in Denver. Vice Chairman Clark Price, Washburn, North Dakota, said the meeting wrapped up quicker than expected. With fewer cattle being sold across the U.S., the budget is…Big Iron Farm Show Begins Tuesday
Published September 10, 2023
The 43rd edition of the Big Iron Farm Show will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in West Fargo. Hundreds of ag companies will be showcasing their latest products and technology. Field demonstrations and a Wednesday night concert with country…Relationships Nurtured Through NASDA
Published September 10, 2023
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is meeting in Cheyenne, Wyoming for its annual meeting. Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen is wrapping up his time as president of the Midwestern regional association. Petersen sees value in the relationships…