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Spring Challenges May Show Up in the Feedlot This Fall

Published July 25, 2019

The heavy rainfall and the summer heat are creating trying conditions for both crop and cattle producers. At the same time, cattle feeders are preparing for the fall calf buying season. South Dakota State University Extension Feedlot Management Associate Warren…
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Volatility Continues to be a Market Story

Published June 13, 2019

Is volatility becoming the new “normal” for the grain markets? There are certainly several factors playing into that volatility as of late, including trade tensions and planting delays. Stewart-Peterson Senior Market Advisor Naomi Blohm says while the marketplace is trading…
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An Ag Economist’s Take on ‘Weathering the Storm’

Published June 5, 2019

Trade tensions, market volatility, the weather; it’s a challenging time in agriculture as farmers weather several storms, both figuratively and literally. According to Dr. David Kohl, professor emeritus with the Virginia Tech Agricultural and Applied Economics Department, farmers are focusing…
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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…
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Don’t Leave Money on the Table

Published May 30, 2019

The corn markets look bullish. Northland Community and Technical College Farm Business Management Instructor Betsy Jensen tells farmers to evaluate how much of their grain is unsold. It’s important to take a profit when possible. "In quite a few cases…
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NDFB Expresses Concern with Trade Assistance

Published May 29, 2019

USDA is making up to $16 billion in trade-related assistance available for farmers this year. NDFB President Daryl Lies appreciates the efforts by the administration to improve market availability. However, Lies says there is concern with government payments causing market…
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Demand for Fed Cattle Remains Strong

Published April 20, 2019

With a new calf crop on the ground, cattle producers in the Northern Plains are beginning to monitor fall prices. NDSU Extension livestock economist Tim Petry says the big item to watch is corn. The corn market may continue to…
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