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A Record Quarter for CHS
Published January 7, 2022
CHS is reporting record quarterly net income of $452 million. That compares to $69.7 million in the first quarter of 2021. The improvement in earnings was driven by gains in the cooperative’s agriculture, energy and nitrogen production business segments. The…Climate May Play a Bigger Role in New Farm Bill
Published January 7, 2022
Agriculture is starting to think about a new farm bill. The current legislation expires in 2023. The Russell Group President Randy Russell anticipates an evolutionary farm bill, with the exception of climate. Climate is expected to be front-and-center, with a…National Potato Council Prepares for Washington Summit
Published January 7, 2022
Now that the Potato Expo is over, the National Potato Council shifts their focus to an annual meeting at the end of February. NPC's annual meeting is typically held at the end of the Potato Expo, but that changed this…Plan Ahead for Growing Season Input Needs
Published January 7, 2022
Bayer Crop Science Technical Services Representative Kevin Thorsness says supply chain issues continue to be top-of-mind for many in agriculture. "Product availability in some situations may be challenging. We're doing everything we can to make sure these products are available…Nutrien CEO Resigns
Published January 7, 2022
Nutrien CEO Mayo Schmidt has resigned after leading the company for eight months. Smidt was named as CEO in April 2021, after taking over for Chuck Magro. Ken Seitz, previously CEO of Nutrien’s potash division, will take over as interim…India Allowing U.S. Pork and Pork Product Exports
Published January 7, 2022
After years of negotiations, India is now allowing U.S. pork and pork products. Access to Indian market for U.S. pork and pork products was restricted because India’s Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Fisheries and the USDA did not have…Renewable Diesel and Biodiesel Increasing Markets
Published January 7, 2022
This past year, new soybean crush facilities were announced in Casselton and Spiritwood, North Dakota. North Dakota Soybean Council Director of Market Development Jena Bjertness says the state is a leader in developing the market. "North Dakota has the new…Proposition 12 Takes Effect Over the Weekend.
Published January 7, 2022
The law sets minimum space requirements for farm animals and prohibits the sale of meat from animals in housing that don’t meet its specifications. It’s expected to have major impacts on the pork industry and could affect prices. A petition…Argentina Extends Beef Export Suspension
Published January 7, 2022
Argentina has extended its suspension of exports on some beef cuts with little international demand until the end of 2023, a measure previously agreed with the sector. The government approved of the decision and said the measures would contribute to…