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A Narrow Export Window Possible for U.S. Soybeans
Published December 28, 2021
After a late start a year ago, Brazilian farmers were able to plant soybeans on a timely basis this past year. NDSU Extension Crops Marketing Economist Frayne Olson is concerned this may narrow the export window for U.S. soybeans to…Top Story #3: High Fertilizer Prices
Published December 28, 2021
Fertilizer prices are significantly higher as 2021 comes to a close. DTN Fertilizer Reporter Russ Quinn says prices started to increase in December 2020. "Every week since, price have increased slightly. Right now, prices range from 63 to 220 percent…Fragile Growth Forecast for U.S. Economy
Published December 28, 2021
In its report on the year ahead, CoBank says the rural economy is facing three significant headwinds: the pandemic, financial policies and the Chinese economy. This forecast expects COVID to have only a modest impact on the global economy and…Supply Chain Headache is #2 Story of the Year
Published December 27, 2021
Farmers are dealing with product shortages of everything from glyphosate and glufosinate to the computer chips needed to run the tractor. "We believe it is going to stay this way far longer than what some of the experts are saying,"…Drought is RRFN’s #1 Story of 2021
Published December 27, 2021
While the pandemic and political upheaval dominated the major networks, Mother Nature delivered the top story of the year for the Red River Farm Network. Farmers and ranchers throughout the region faced extreme drought. The situation began in the fall…NDFB County Meetings Planned to Discuss 30×30
Published December 27, 2021
The Biden administration's 30x30 proposal aims to conserve 30 percent of U.S. land and water resources by the year 2030. North Dakota Farm President Daryl Lies says "We've seen that a lot of our members are upset at the prospect…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets?
Published December 27, 2021
Corn and soybeans were higher in the overnight trade. In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Advance Trading Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi says South American weather is a big driver. A 'Santa Claus' rally…Xi Stresses the Need for Food Security
Published December 27, 2021
Following the Central Rural Work Conference in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping said it is important for China to safeguard its supply of grains. The strategy includes stabilizing corn production and expanding soybean production. China’s food security goals also include…UM Seeking Nearly $1 Billion From State Legislature
Published December 27, 2021
The University of Minnesota will be asking the Legislature $935 million in funding for the year. That includes $60 million for an agricultural research and education complex. The budget request also includes scholarship funding for the Twin Cities campus and…