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Would You Like Fries With That?
Published December 22, 2021
Rather than medium or large-sized French fries, McDonald’s customers in Japan are being limited to the small fries. Potato shipments have been delayed due to supply chain disruptions. Rather than depending on ocean freight solely, McDonald’s Japan is now going…Wetland Mitigation Funds Awarded in North Dakota
Published December 22, 2021
USDA has awarded nearly $5 million in grant funds for the Wetland Mitigation Banking Program. With this program, farmers fulfills wetland conservation regulations by allowing for off-site mitigation with the purchase of credits from wetland banks. The biggest award, which…Clear Labeling Necessary for Lab-Grown Protein
Published December 22, 2021
In a year-end recap of the issues impacting the beef industry, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association discussed alternative proteins. "NCBA policy is very clear on this issue," said Danielle Beck, Director of Government Affairs. "Regardless if we're talking about a…NPPGA’s Kreis Transitioning to Part Time in 2022
Published December 22, 2021
Northern Plains Potato Growers Association Marketing and Communications Specialist Ted Kreis will be retiring from full time work at the end of the year. Kreis will be working remotely on a part-time basis, continuing to write the association newsletter and…Dry Bean Scene
Published December 22, 2021
Even with dry conditions, NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist Sam Markell says the dry bean crop was challenged by disease. Markell will be part of the NDSU Dry Bean Production Workshop January 6 in Portland, North Dakota. The Dry Bean Scene…ND May Have a More Diverse Acreage Mix in 2022
Published December 22, 2021
Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says southeastern North Dakota is expected to grow more corn next year. "When you get outside of that area of the state, there may be more barley, oats and dry edible beans. These…More Corn Acres Possible in Western Minnesota
Published December 22, 2021
Despite higher fertilizer prices, Van Ahn and Company market analyst Kristi Van Ahn says clients in western Minnesota are thinking about more corn acres in 2022. "It was catching me off guard when I started hearing that. It's a common…Fertilizer Prices May Bring More Sticker Shock in Spring 2022
Published December 22, 2021
Nearing the end of 2021, fertilizer prices remain significantly higher. DTN Fertilizer Analyst Russ Quinn says fertilizer is expected to be available in the spring, but the prices may still bring sticker shock. "We've seen fertilizer prices increase for a…Tight Small Grain Seed Supplies
Published December 22, 2021
Small grain seed supplies are tight going into 2022. North Dakota State Seed Department Commissioner Ken Bertsch says the number of spring wheat acres under certification increased in 2021, but farmers should act now if that want a specific variety.…