Articles tagged under: Frayne Olson
Cooperative Leadership Training Coming Up
Published February 10, 2020
The Quentin Burdick Center for Cooperatives is hosting a cooperative leadership training later this month. The training helps co-op leaders develop core skills and advanced management techniques. Quentin Burdick Center for Cooperatives Director Frayne Olson says there will be a…Marketing Old Crop Soybeans Differs from New Crop
Published February 6, 2020
Attendees at the Best of the Best event learned more about the U.S. and China phase one trade deal. As the trade deal goes into effect, NDSU Extension crops economist Frayne Olson reminds farmers to approach marketing old crop soybeans…Be Flexible in Adapting to China’s Supply Chain
Published January 21, 2020
Speaking on trade at the North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Convention, NDSU Extension crops economist and marketing specialist Frayne Olson said a signed phase one deal with China doesn't mean the grain delivery system in place before the trade war…Waiting for Details
Published January 9, 2020
With the phase one trade agreement, China will purchase an additional $32 billion in U.S. agricultural products over the next two years. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says it is unclear what happens after those first two years. "We…NDSU Ag Economist: Be Patient with the Markets
Published December 16, 2019
A phase one trade agreement between the U.S. and China does change the market mentality. However, NDSU Extension crops economist Frayne Olson says prices won't change dramatically overnight. "What I likely see happening is a slow uptrend in prices. There…Harvest Delays are Keeping Basis Levels Strong
Published November 20, 2019
A late harvest has local elevators searching for grain supplies. That is a bright sport for farmers looking to market this year’s crop. NDSU Extension crops economist and marketing specialist Frayne Olson says basis levels are stronger than normal for…Managing Costs, Maximizing Opportunities
Published September 14, 2019
A difficult financial year for farmers has been complicated by a trade war and an immature crop. "The storm clouds are building and I want you to be prepared if those storm clouds turn ugly," said Frayne Olson, crops economist,…Adjusting to Challenging Supply Chain Logistics
Published August 14, 2019
Nearly one year ago, Northern Plains farmers were preparing for a reduction of exports out of the Pacific Northwest. NDSU Extension crops economist Frayne Olson says one year of experience and domestic demand will help local farmers this year. "Two…Planting Delays Continue to be a Market Mover
Published May 30, 2019
The lack of planting progress is evident throughout much of the Midwest. According to NDSU Extension crop economist Frayne Olson, wet conditions are creating opportunities in the markets."If your planting corn right now, make sure you're also trying to price…