Articles tagged under: drought
Cost-Share Transportation Funds Available
Published August 31, 2021
The State of North Dakota has reactivated its emergency feed transportation assistance program. Cost-share funds will help defray the expense of moving feed during the drought. The application process begins in mid-September and continues through mid-December through the North Dakota…StatsCan Report Projects Major Wheat and Canola Production Declines
Published August 30, 2021
Canadian farmers are projected to harvest more corn for grain, but less wheat, canola, soybeans, barley and oats this year. Lower production numbers are driven largely by ongoing drought conditions in western Canada, which is decreasing yield projections. The latest…HOS Relief Provided in MN
Published August 30, 2021
Due to the ongoing drought, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has issued an executive order providing hours-of-service relief for truckers hauling livestock, hay, feed or water. This order is in place through the September 27th.Harvest Management is Important During Drought
Published August 25, 2021
Heading into fall, Pioneer field agronomist Larry Lunder says harvest management is important. Even on the better ground, there will still be drought stressed crops. "You need to be very timely with harvesting because corn will cannibalize the stalk to…Dealing with Cattle Nutrition During a Drought
Published August 24, 2021
Cow-calf producers should monitor body condition scores as they evaluate cattle nutrition. Elanco Cattle Technical Consultant Sara Linneen says that is especially important during this drought. "Ranchers need to be creative and adjust expectations," says Lineen. "Understand if you have…It’s Getting Tough to Find Good, Affordable Forage
Published August 20, 2021
In northwest South Dakota, cow-calf producer Eric Jennings says there are severe to extreme drought conditions. "We lost a lot of production early, missing out on April and May showers and snowstorms. We won't get that production back. It's better…Tax Policy Front and Center for Cattle Producers
Published August 16, 2021
Cattle producers from across the country brought forth several policy items at the 2021 Cattle Industry Convention. Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Executive Director Allison VanDerWal says tax policy was a main point of discussion. "Tax policy in regards to stepped…Cattle Producers ‘Back in Action’ in Nashville
Published August 16, 2021
After a six-month delay, the Cattle Industry Convention was back in action and in person. Convention registrations are down slightly compared to previous years, but that didn't stop nearly 6,500 pairs of cowboy boots from leaving their mark in Nashville.…Working Through Drought Relief
Published August 15, 2021
North Dakota Senator John Hoeven met with farmers and ranchers in Rugby, North Dakota last week. The senator received feedback on existing drought assistance. "We have flexibility from the Risk Management Agency when it comes to adjusting crops that aren't…