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Tight Wheat Supplies Drive the Markets
Published November 24, 2021
The wheat complex has been leading the grain markets higher for much of the week. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says global concern over tight wheat supplies has been the driver. "We saw a two percent decline in…Crop Strategies for 2022
Published November 24, 2021
Coming off a drought year, Pioneer Field Agronomist Jesse Moch says there are things to be aware of going into next season. "Thankfully, we've caught late rains, setting us up for a somewhat normal spring. Coming off of a drought,…Farmland Values Move Higher in Q3
Published November 24, 2021
A survey of agricultural bankers by the Kansas City Federal Reserve shows farmland values surged during the third quarter. The value of non-irrigated cropland increased by 12 percent or more in all participating districts. The increase was also consistent across…Local Meat Processors Receive USDA Grants
Published November 24, 2021
More than 200 projects received a combined total of $90.2 million from the USDA to strengthen and explore new market opportunities for local and regional food businesses. Included is a $200,000 grant to Bruders' Butcher in Breckinridge, Minnesota for upgrades…A Smaller Piece of the Pie
Published November 24, 2021
For every dollar spent on Thanksgiving meals, farmers and ranchers receive 14.3 cents. That’s according to a survey from the National Farmers Union. Even though consumers pay more for food this year, almost none of it is being passed on…Vilsack: Expanded Farm Bill Baseline a Benefit of Build Back Better
Published November 24, 2021
The Build Back Better plan includes funding for conservation programs. "The bill basically provides for a level of conservation investment we've never seen in the country's history," says Tom Vilsack, secretary, USDA. "It's so large that we anticipate when it's…Amicus Brief on Fertilizer Being Reviewed by ITC
Published November 24, 2021
The U.S. Court of International Trade will review an amicus brief on fertilizer from the National Corn Growers Association, the Agricultural Retailers Association and other agriculture groups. The court is considering a case on tariffs of phosphorous fertilizers imported from…Defend the Blend
Published November 24, 2021
Minnesota Representatives Angie Craig and Michelle Fishbach and South Dakota Representative Dusty Johnson are part of a coalition of lawmakers that filed the Defend the Blend Act on Tuesday. This is a bipartisan bill that would prevent the EPA from…We’re All Ears: Taking the CO2 Out of Corn
Published November 24, 2021
Carbon markets are becoming a hot topic in agriculture. Farmers can be paid for implementing good conservation practices. Syngenta’s Head of Sustainable and Responsible Business Liz Hunt says planting cover crops and no-till are two great solutions to sequester carbon…