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A Shared Vision and Strategy for Succession Planning
Published September 13, 2022
AgCountry Farm Credit Services agribusiness consultant Russ Tweiten says it's important to have a shared vision and strategy in succession planning. "Don't hesitate to tap into experts to help in the process; look for someone to quarterback your plan." Tweiten…Slow and Steady Wins the Race
Published September 13, 2022
Grain market volatility can be paralyzing at times. Northland Community and Technical College Farm Business Management Instructor Betsy Jensen says slow and steady wins the race. "Farmers have to keep making the sales, accepting they won't be selling at the…A Farm Bill Wish List for MN Soybean Farmers
Published September 13, 2022
The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association traveled to Washington D.C. to meet with lawmakers and discuss key policy issues. MSGA President Bob Worth says Minnesota farmers would like to see more money invested into the Title 1 farm bill program. "We…Concerns Linger on Possible Rail Strike
Published September 13, 2022
A rail strike would hit North Dakota at the worst possible time. North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Executive Director Stu Letcher says grain elevators are getting ready to ship small grains and soon, the soybeans. "A rail strike at this…From Small Grains to Silage
Published September 13, 2022
North of Bismarck, North Dakota, Clark Coleman is getting ready to chop silage. "About 10 days ago, we had a really nice rain shower that came through. It turned the corn green again," says Coleman. "Now, it's started to dry…Senate Ag Committee Leader Coming to ND
Published September 13, 2022
Following the Big Iron Farm Show, North Dakota Senator John Hoeven will be holding a farm bill roundtable in Fargo. Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman will attend the roundtable. The roundtable will happen on Friday.Biotech Executive Order
Published September 13, 2022
President Joe Biden issued an executive order asking agencies and departments to increase the use of bio-based products and identify barriers to ag tech. USDA, the Food and Drug Administration and Environmental Protection Agency have 180 days to identify areas…What Happens with South America?
Published September 12, 2022
StoneX Group Chief Commodities Economist Arlan Suderman says the big question is what’s going to happen in South America moving forward. "How does Brazil's weather play out for corn and soybeans? With the cuts we're seeing in the United States,…A Closer Look at the Corn Yields and Ending Stocks
Published September 12, 2022
USDA is forecasting corn yields at 172.5 bushels per acre, in-line with trade expectations. Ever.Ag market analyst Jenny Wackershauser is interested in the U.S. corn ending stocks data from the September USDA report. "We're sitting at 1.2 billion on corn.…