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Dry Bean Scene
Published September 7, 2023
In this week's Dry Bean Scene, RRFN visits with Bonanza Bean Grower/Buyer Relations Andy Hacker updates us on harvest and dry bean crop conditions. The Dry Bean Scene is sponsored by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association, Johnstown Bean Company, Sharpen…Farmer Sentiment Drops in August
Published September 7, 2023
The CME Group/Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer reading fell eight points in August to 115. Purdue University Center for Commercial Ag Director Dr. James Mintert said current economic conditions brought the reading lower. “I think for a lot of people…Tariff-Free Aussie Sugar Lands in London
Published September 7, 2023
For the first time in 50 years, the United Kingdom has received tariff-free raw sugar from Australia. A free trade agreement between the two countries was finalized at the end of May. This was a shipment of 33,000 metric tons…Merger Approved
Published September 7, 2023
Members of Valley United Co-op and the Thompson Farmers Elevator Company have approved a merger. As of January 1, the new organization will operate under the Valley United Co-op name. "We're very pleased with the result of the vote," said…Drought Stress Seen in ND Corn
Published September 7, 2023
NDSU Extension Agronomist Clair Keene describes the state’s corn crop as ‘highly variable.’ While many fields look good, drought stress is also evident. Keene cited ears that are very small or not completely filled out. Low-levels of corn smut are…FMMO Reform in Sight
Published September 7, 2023
The hearing over the Federal Milk Marketing Orders may last well into October. This is the first comprehensive hearing about federal orders in over 20 years. National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO Jim Mulhern said progress is being made…Mississippi River-A Bad Sequel
Published September 6, 2023
Current water levels of the Mississippi River are cause for concern once again this year. Barge companies have announced restrictions on the volume of freight they will load onto vessels. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek says it’s an…Good Start for Beet Campaign
Published September 6, 2023
Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Director Harrison Weber is pleased with the results seen with the pre-pile sugarbeet campaign. Dry early season conditions may have been beneficial for root structure. Disease pressures have also been relatively low. “I…Soybeans Turning Quickly Near Crookston
Published September 6, 2023
Crookston, Minnesota farmer Dustin Perry is grateful for the rain that came through a week ago, especially after the recent heat stress. After a successful wheat harvest, soybeans are not far off. Perry is cautiously optimistic for the soybean crop.…