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An Alternative Route for Ukrainian Grain
Published August 16, 2023
Due to the war time dangers on the Black Sea, discussions are underway to promote different routes to export grain out of Ukraine. There is a plan to move four million tons of grain per month through the Danube River.…Drought Stress Near Gary, MN
Published August 16, 2023
Near Gary, Minnesota, Norman County Corn and Soybean Growers Association President Corey Hanson says spotty moisture has been tough on soybeans. “When I’m pulling plants, the bottom sections have very nice beans. The middle and upper sections have very few…A Good Time to Sell Cattle
Published August 15, 2023
If these early prices are an indication of what's to come, Napoleon Livestock Auction owner Paul Bitz is looking forward to the fall feeder run. "A 900-pound steer can bring $2.50-$2.55 and an 800-pound steer is at $2.55-ish. The market…Sporadic
Published August 15, 2023
At Munich, North Dakota, Gary Beck’s barley crop looks dry. "Rain has been really sporadic here. I think quality will be fine, but yields will be down in the barley."A Value-Added Outlet
Published August 15, 2023
South Dakota’s livestock sector has boomed in the last ten years with the addition of soybean crush and corn processing plants in the state. South Dakota Soybean Association Executive Director Jerry Schmitz says the livestock industry has a strong partner…VanderWal Anticipates a Strong Farm Bill
Published August 15, 2023
American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Scott VanderWal talked with Red River Farm Network at Dakotafest in Mitchell, South Dakota. The farm bill continues to be the number one priority for the organization. “The security of our ag industry becomes…2Q Loss for JBS
Published August 15, 2023
The largest meat company in the world is reporting second quarter losses of $53 million. That compares to a profit of $803 million one year ago. JBS cited a downturn in profits in its North American beef, pork and chicken…Market for Plant-Based Alternative Meat Options is Fading Fast
Published August 15, 2023
A new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange says the higher cost for these plant-based options is a hurdle. There are also negative perceptions about taste, value and versatility. Sales of meat alternatives have fallen steadily since 2021 with a more…Stopgap Spending Bill Likely
Published August 15, 2023
In a call with House Republicans, Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Congress will likely pass a continuing resolution to keep the government funded past September 30. The House has passed one out of the 12 appropriations bills and the Senate has…