Articles tagged under: corn
A Strong Start for Seed Corn Orders
Published December 12, 2018
According to Dekalb brand lead Pete Uitenbroek, there has been a lot of early seed sales activity. Many of those growers have taken advantage of the incentives for early orders. "Economics always drive decisions and farmers are savvy businesspeople," said…Hard to Take China Chatter Seriously
Published December 6, 2018
Brazilian agriculture consultant and Greenbush, Minnesota native Kory Melby is beginning to hear rumors of possible amounts of soybeans China will purchase from the U.S. "Chinese chat rooms are discussing eight million tons of soybeans bought by the end of…Farmers Reflect on This Year, Prepare for Next Year
Published December 5, 2018
While the 2018 crop year presented its fair share of challenges, there were some small successes. In northeast North Dakota, Huso Crop Consulting owner Mark Huso says wheat and canola were strong performers. "Both crops beat the heat and drought…Acreage Shift Still Up in the Air for 2019
Published November 30, 2018
Farmers are still uncertain about their 2019 acreage mix. According to NDSU Extension crops economist Frayne Olson, the timing of trade talks with China will impact the acreage shift. Given the late harvest, fertilizer availability may also impact decisions next…Crude Oil Dragging Down Corn
Published November 30, 2018
The collapse in crude oil prices in the past month is dragging on the corn market. "Ethanol margins are pinched. It's a drag for corn compared to what we've normally seen the last couple of years," explains AgriVisor market analyst Dale…Farmers Waiting on Soybean Market Movement
Published November 28, 2018
Discussions surrounding corn and soybean markets, along with trade and tariffs, took center stage on the opening day of the Northern Ag Expo in Fargo. The soybean market is waiting for some movement and positive news towards China. "Because what…Harvest Challenges are a MFP Program Concern
Published November 21, 2018
The National Corn Growers Association is seeking a new payment formula for the next round of Market Facilitation Program payments. "A National Corn Growers Association study done by the University of Illinois showed a 44 cent per bushel loss to corn…Northern Ag Expo to Address Local Production Challenges
Published November 21, 2018
Palmer amaranth, an update on federal dicamba guidelines and look at other local crop production challenges are topics that will be addressed during the Northern Ag Expo. The show is all about helping farmers plan for the upcoming season and wrap…Regional Basis Bids Steady
Published November 21, 2018
Basis bids at the local grain elevators the Red River Farm Network follows are steady to five cents better. Soybean basis ranges from $1.30 under to $1.55 under the January futures. Corn basis ranges from 52 cents under to 65…