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Farm Bill Focus Continues
Published February 28, 2024
The farm bill was again on the agenda for the policy meetings at Commodity Classic. Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers President Kevin Leiser was part of the debate at the National Association of Wheat Growers Annual Meeting. "We have to…New Product for Regenerative Agriculture
Published February 27, 2024
Simplot Grower Solutions and Innvictis BioScience have introduced a product designed to maximize the utilization of the nutrients found in crop residue. Evaness is a unique blend of nutrients and enzymes that will accelerate the breakdown of crop residues and…Corteva Biologicals Highlighted at Commodity Classic
Published February 27, 2024
Corteva Biologicals is the new brand for the Corteva Agriscience biologicals portfolio. This announcement comes one year after the acquisition of the Stoller and Symborg biological companies. Local commercial teams are coordinating plans to integrate Corteva Biologicals into Corteva marketing…Hardmeyer Passes
Published February 27, 2024
Eric Hardmeyer, who was the longest-serving president in the 105-year history of the Bank of North Dakota, has died. Hardmeyer, 64, succumbed to cancer on February 24. Hardmeyer began his career with the state-owned bank in 1985 and served as…U.S. Wheat is ‘the Best’
Published February 27, 2024
East Grand Forks, Minnesota farmer Rhonda Larson has wrapped up her year as past chair of U.S. Wheat Associates, ending her six-year run on the USW officer team. "It's been a whirlwind." Larson is proud of the reputation of U.S. wheat.…Ag Trade Needs to be a Priority
Published February 26, 2024
The House Agriculture Trade Caucus has sent a letter to the Biden Administration, urging them to make agriculture a priority in its trade agenda. Nearly 30 House members signed the letter calling for trade agreements that open markets and reduce…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published February 26, 2024
In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says the cattle-on-feed report was slightly negative, but the cattle market remains in positive territory. Corn, soybeans, wheat hit new contract…Agricult-HER Series Begins Friday
Published February 26, 2024
The Red River Farm Network will be celebrating women in agriculture throughout March in a special series called Agricult-HER. Beginning Friday, you'll find special interviews on RRFN's YouTube Channel, Facebook and X. Guests will include Theresia Gillie, Vanessa Kummer, Whitney…Brussels is Home to the Latest Farmer Protests
Published February 26, 2024
European farmers are protesting today while agricultural ministers are meeting in Brussels. Over 100 tractors are blocking traffic around the EU headquarters and farmers have set tires on fire. Protests have been happening throughout Europe with farmers seeking less regulation,…