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NDSA Convention Discuss Problems and Priorities
Published September 26, 2022
A trade show, committee meetings, and general sessions were on the agenda at the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association annual convention. NDSA President Jeff Schafer refers to the policy meetings as the "meat and potatoes" of convention. "The North Dakota Stockmen's…Looking for New MN Beef Ambassadors
Published September 26, 2022
There is an opportunity for young beef enthusiasts to promote beef. Minnesota Beef Ambassador Addison Hillman has served the industry for the past year and says applications are due soon. "Applications are due October 10th and the interview is October…Rob-See-Co Adds Sick as Product Manager
Published September 26, 2022
Rob-See-Co has named Steve Sick as its product manager for alfalfa, soybeans and sorghum. Sick began his career in the mid-1980s with JC Robinson Seed Company. In recent years, Sick worked for Syngenta, NuTech Seed and the Farmers Business Network.Added Value with BQA
Published September 26, 2022
With feed prices rising higher, livestock producers are making every dollar count. NDSU Livestock Specialist Lisa Pederson says a premium price is available for Beef Quality Assurance certified cattle. "That's the monetary value, but really healthier cattle that gain better…Well Grounded – Episode 15
Published September 26, 2022
How big of a role should soil types and the Productivity Index play in land land values? In this edition of the Well Grounded podcast, NDSU Extension Soil Specialist David Franzen offers perspective on the Productivity Index and and the…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published September 26, 2022
In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says the U.S. dollar is the big story in the markets. "There is a lot of things taking place in the…Bateman Reflects on Beef Demand
Published September 26, 2022
North Dakota Beef Commission Executive Director Nancy Jo Bateman is retiring at the end of the year. Bateman says the past 38 years have shown her the importance of consumer perception. "If we took all the beef that we produce…DOJ Takes Input on Livestock Market Competition
Published September 26, 2022
South Dakota Farmers Union President Doug Sombke was part of a recent meeting with the Department of Justice regarding anticompetitive practices in the livestock industry. "We met with about fifty people and talked about a lot of topics, but the…Odessa Attacked by Drones
Published September 26, 2022
The Ukrainian port city of Odessa was hit with another drone strike overnight. This is the latest in a series of Russian airstrikes to Odessa in recent days. Russia is adding 300,000 troops to its military force in Ukraine and…