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Knocking on Planting Season’s Door
Published April 22, 2024
For Jamestown area farmer Ryan Wanzek, the recent cold spell delayed an otherwise early start to the planting season. "I think the reason people haven't been more aggressive is just the cold weather. They haven't been pushing it and very…Winter Wheat Heading
Published April 22, 2024
Winter wheat is starting to head in some areas, while parts of the country are beginning to see some impact from drought. "It could be very early progress on getting winter wheat out of the ground which would allow plenty of…What’s Hot, What’s Not in Markets
Published April 22, 2024
It's Monday. That means the weekly episode of What's Hot, What's Not in Markets is on the air. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson cites the financial markets, including Wall Street and the value of the U.S. dollar. "I…E-15 Waiver Granted
Published April 22, 2024
The Biden Administration approved a temporary waiver expanding the summer use of 15 percent ethanol blends,also known as Unleaded 88. The measure extends the period that E-15 is available for eight midwestern states from June 1 to September 15, 2024.Moorhead Charters New FFA Chapter
Published April 22, 2024
Moorhead High School hasn't had an agriculture education program since the early 1980s. That has changed with the addition of the Moorhead High School Career Academy and the chartering of a new FFA chapter. "We have immense support from our…Devils Lake Outlets to Run at Full Capacity
Published April 22, 2024
The Devils Lake Outlets Management Advisory Committee has voted to allow the lake outlets to run at full capacity. As a result, the North Dakota Department of Water Resources expects to start running the outlets May 1. Devils Lake Basin…NPPC Announces Personnel Moves
Published April 22, 2024
Andy Curliss has joined the National Pork Producers Council as its vice president of strategic engagement. Previously, Curliss worked for SAS, Smithfield Foods and the North Carolina Pork Council. Maria Zieba was appointed vice president of government affairs. Most recently,…Grand Farm Welcomes Two New Board Members
Published April 22, 2024
Grand Farm has added Jon Erickson and Dr. Steven Kappes to its board of directors. Erickson operates Diamond T Ranch southwest of Minot and is a member of the CHS board of directors. Kappes previously served as the associate administrator…NXT Gen Ag and MN FFA
Published April 22, 2024
University of Minnesota-Crookston is offering a new certificate program aimed at educating those working in agriculture, food, and natural resource companies without two or four-year degrees who are interested in advancing within the industry. Steve Olson Consulting CEO Steve Olson…