Grain Markets and Livestock Markets Close Lower
Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen says the grain markets lacked buying interest on Tuesday. Livestock markets are waiting for things to be established.
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Grain Markets Close Lower, Livestock Markets Higher
Ag Resource Company Economist Dan Basse comments on Monday's market close.
Trifecta of Uncertainty Impacting Livestock Markets
As of late, there are three major factors influencing livestock markets: weather, record high production and trade uncertainty. That’s according to NDSU Extension livestock economic Tim Petry. "The beef side is experiencing record exports, but we have to keep those…
Livestock Producers Encouraged to Watch for Blue-Green Algae
Hot weather increases the risk of cyanobacteria poisoning in livestock, also known as blue-green algae. The North Dakota Department of Health has posted advisories for lakes in Golden Valley, McIntosh, Burleigh and Morton Counties. In addition, several water samples submitted…
A Mixed Close for Grain and Livestock Markets
Northern Crops Marketing and Investments President Brad Paulsen looked at a very quiet market today.
Grain Markets Close Lower, Livestock Mostly Higher
Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen says trade is part of the reason why grains closed lower Tuesday.
Drought Recovery Remains Top-of-Mind for ND Ranchers
Livestock producers have received much-needed moisture this spring. However, parts of western and north central North Dakota remain on the U.S. Drought Monitor map. Moving into a new grazing season, North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Executive Vice President Julie Ellingson says…
Weed Management Can Improve Pasture Health
Weed management can make a big difference in pasture productivity. University of Missouri Plant Sciences professor Kevin Bradley says livestock producers should know what weeds they are targeting. The most problematic weeds may come one month from now, which could…
Changes Made in Disaster Relief Effort
USDA will now accept disaster assistance applications from farmers and ranchers who suffered livestock losses due to natural disasters. This is for losses suffered in 2017 or 2018. The budget bill passed by Congress included changes in these programs. It…
All-Time Highs for Packer Margins
Gross packer margins hit all-time highs above $290 per head Wednesday. That's according to HedgersEdge. Livestock Market Information Center Director Jim Robb says packer margins tend to be higher in the summer months. "We tend to see a large swing…
