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U.S. Senators Introduce HAULS Act

Published March 18, 2021

The Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety Act has been introduced by U.S. Senators. This bipartisan bill offers flexibility for livestock haulers. Current hours-of-service rules allow for 11 hours of drive time, 14 hours of on-duty time and 10 consecutive…

Several Ag-Related Bills Reviewed in the ND Legislature

Published March 8, 2021

It was a busy week for agriculture committees in the North Dakota Legislative Assembly. The House Agriculture Committee reviewed a bill regarding the definition of location for animal feeding operations. It was amended to add an emergency clause to the…

Feeder Cattle Continue to Move Through Auction Barns

Published March 6, 2021

North Dakota and South Dakota auction barns continue to market a steady stream of feeder cattle. There is good buyer demand and calves are coming in with light to moderate-plus flesh condition. Kist Livestock at Mandan, North Dakota had 4,300…

ND High Court Rules Township Misinterpreted Setback Rules

Published February 24, 2021

The North Dakota Supreme Court ruled the Pelican Township Board of Supervisors misinterpreted zoning laws, preventing a proposed hog farm from moving forward. The court said the township misapplied the law with its setback requirements. The township, located in the…

Legislation Introduced to Alleviate Feed Shortages

Published February 23, 2021

A bill has been introduced in the U.S. Senate that would help alleviate feed shortages in years with widespread excessive moisture or drought. Specifically, the legislation known as the FEEDD Act would allow haying, grazing, or chopping of cover crops…

Cold Weather Playing a Role in Livestock Markets

Published February 17, 2021

Cold weather also is playing a role in the livestock markets. "The feeder cattle were hanging on for most of Tuesday's session," said Brian Strommen, market analyst, Progressive Ag Marketing. "Many sale barns were closed in the early part of…

Steps to Aid in Livestock Development

Published January 23, 2021

There are opportunities in livestock development, and a solid plan will pay dividends. Ty Eschenbaum with A-1 Development Solutions said the first key to success is to define your goals. "If you've already taken your current resources into account and…

FSA Programs Available for Minnesota Livestock Producers

Published January 22, 2021

As farmers and ranchers know all too well, Mother Nature is very unpredictable. However, there are safety net programs in place to help alleviate any losses that result. Thursday evening, the Minnesota Farm Service Agency, in conjunction with the Minnesota…

Good Demand for High Quality, Long-Time Weaned Calves

Published January 22, 2021

Feeder cattle continue to move through auction barns across the Northern Plains. There is good demand for high quality, long-time weaned calves with moderate flesh condition. Stockmen’s Livestock Exchange at Dickinson, North Dakota had approximately 3,000 head at Thursday’s sale.…

USDA Expands CFAP Benefits for Livestock Producers

Published January 18, 2021

On Friday, the USDA expanded eligibility for livestock producers in the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Michael Nepveux says there will be an additional top-up payment for hog producers. "This actually goes back to the first…

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U.S. Senators Introduce HAULS Act

Several Ag-Related Bills Reviewed in the ND Legislature

Feeder Cattle Continue to Move Through Auction Barns

ND High Court Rules Township Misinterpreted Setback Rules

Legislation Introduced to Alleviate Feed Shortages

Cold Weather Playing a Role in Livestock Markets

Steps to Aid in Livestock Development

FSA Programs Available for Minnesota Livestock Producers

Good Demand for High Quality, Long-Time Weaned Calves

USDA Expands CFAP Benefits for Livestock Producers

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