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BNSF Union Workers Threaten to Strike
Published January 21, 2022
Supply chain logistics are facing another hurdle. More than 17,000 BNSF Railway union workers are threatening to go on strike February 1. A new attendance policy for employees is the point of contention. BNSF claims the new system will provide…MN Corn Approves Trade and Ethanol Resolutions
Published January 20, 2022
Minnesota Corn Growers Association delegates were engaged in the resolution process ahead of the annual meeting. MCGA supports the federal approval of the year-round use of E-15 and wants Minnesota to adopt an E-15 standard for unleaded gasoline. "We took…Walz Sets Water Quality Goal, Promotes E-15 at MN Ag Expo
Published January 20, 2022
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz made an appearance at the MN Ag Expo. In addition to setting a goal of enrolling one million acres in the Minnesota Agriculture Water Quality Certification Program this year, Walz talked about the upcoming legislative session…New Product Concept Unveiled at Precision Planting Conference
Published January 20, 2022
At its annual winter conference, Precision Planting announced its first move into sprayer technology. "Growers have allowed us to be with them from planting to harvest to strip tillage and even air seeders," said Matt Grove, regional manager, Precision Planting.…Dry Bean Scene
Published January 20, 2022
In the Dry Bean Scene, Northarvest Bean Growers Association President Eric Samuelson comments on Bean Day and the crop prospects for 2022.Competition and America’s Food Supply
Published January 20, 2022
The effects of concentration within the food sector were the focus on a House Judiciary subcommittee Wednesday. The majority of the testimony dealt with the meat and poultry sector, but Farm Action President Joe Maxwell also addressed consolidation in the…Ose to Join BWSR Board
Published January 20, 2022
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has appointed LeRoy Ose to serve on the Board of Water and Soil Resources. Ose is a Thief River Falls farmer and a member of the Red Lake Watershed Board.Biden Ends First Year in Office with News Conference
Published January 20, 2022
President Joe Biden spoke about the need for competition. The president said there are too many industries where a handful of large companies dominate the market. “Over time, it has reduced competition, squeezed out small businesses and farmers, ranchers and…Four Senior USDA Staff Positions Filled
Published January 20, 2022
Scott Marlow is the new deputy administrator of farm programs for the Farm Service Agency. Marlow currently leads a consulting business. Tim Gannon takes over as the chief of staff for Farm Production and Conservation. Gannon worked with farm and…