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MN Releases November Budget and Forecast

Published December 6, 2018

The Minnesota Management and Budget office released the 2018 November Budget and Economic Forecast. The state’s outlook remains sound, despite slower growth through the budget horizon. An estimated $1.54 billion balance is available for the 2020-2021 biennial budget. Improvements to…
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Walz Hears from MN Agriculture During Tour

Published December 3, 2018

A challenging farm economy and preparing for a new administration were just two topics discussed during stops on the Minnesota governor-elect Tim Walz statewide listening tour.
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Smith Expects Similar Farm Bill Text

Published December 2, 2018

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith has not seen the final farm bill language, but expects something similar to the Senate’s version of the bill. "I am told by Senator Stabenow and Senator Roberts the nutrition parts of the farm bill are very…
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MN and SD Cattlemen Elected to Angus Board

Published November 13, 2018

Directors and officers were elected to the 2018-2019 American Angus Association board of directors at the annual convention. Don Schiefelbein, a Kimball, Minnesota rancher, was elected by delegates to serve as Association vice president and vice chairman. Geddes, South Dakota…
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MN Cattle Feeder Working with Wet Conditions

Published November 7, 2018

In southwestern Minnesota, Beaver Creek farmer and rancher Pete Bakken weaned calves over a month ago. With good summer grazing conditions, Bakken says those calves weighed up well, are vaccinated and on feed. BLAC-X Farms is also receiving calves from…
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Bringing People to the Table

Published November 7, 2018

Minnesota Farm Bureau President Kevin Paap says DFL’er Tim Walz likes to get people at the table to discuss issues. "We think there could be more chances to talk about issues beforehand and be more proactive as decisions are being…
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Ritchison Expects ND Winter to be Similar to 2017/18

Published November 5, 2018

For the most part, November should bring close to average temperatures and precipitation. North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network Interim Director Daryl Ritchison wouldn't be surprised if the month finishes close to or a little above average. "However, one thing we…
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Weaning Delayed by Wet Conditions

Published November 2, 2018

At the beginning of October, Badger, Minnesota farmer and rancher Shayne Isane received over 10 inches of snow. Since then, a few rain showers have moved through as well. Typically, Isane has weaned calves by now, but the corrals are…
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