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Too Late to Help This Year’s Crop

Published September 11, 2026

Recent rainfall brought welcome moisture to northwest Minnesota, but Norman County farmer Corey Hanson said it came too late to help much of this year’s crop. His farm received more rain in the past ten days than during the previous…
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Drought Continues Across Minnesota

Published September 10, 2026

Drought remains widespread across Minnesota, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, released Thursday with conditions through September 8. More than ninety four percent of Minnesota is abnormally dry or worse, with nearly sixty nine percent in moderate drought or…
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Dry August Pushes West-Central Minnesota Crops

Published September 9, 2026

Dry August conditions accelerated crop development around Starbuck and Glenwood, Minnesota. Paul Freeman said soybeans could begin coming off soon. “We petered out on our rain dance in August and we had close to an inch over the weekend (of…
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‘Holding Our Breath’

Published September 9, 2026

Kristin Duncanson, who farms with her family at Highland Family Farms at Mapleton, Minnesota, said the crop remains in relatively good shape. “We’re pretty pleased and kind of holding our breath a little bit." Duncanson is seeing early firing in…
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Crops Holding Strong Near Raymond

Published August 14, 2026

Crop conditions remain favorable around Raymond, Minnesota. “In my area, we had five to seven inches on July 31,” said Noah Hultgren. Following nearly three weeks without significant rainfall, another rain would be welcome. “We’re not in dire need of…
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USDA Expands Use of FSA Acreage Data

Published August 13, 2026

USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is making greater use of Farm Service Agency acreage reports when developing its crop estimates. NASS increased both corn and soybean planted acreage by 1.4 million acres in the latest report. Corn acreage is estimated…
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Minnesota Joins Tariff Lawsuit

Published August 4, 2026

Minnesota has joined a coalition of 25 states challenging the Trump Administration's latest tariffs. The lawsuit argues the administration exceeded its authority under Section 301 of the Trade Act. At the same time, the White House maintains the tariffs are…
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FarmFest Opens Tuesday with Policy in the Spotlight

Published August 4, 2026

FarmFest opens Tuesday near Redwood Falls with more than 400 exhibitors, but much of the attention will be on agricultural policy. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins headlines Tuesday's program, while congressional forums featuring Minnesota's rural districts are also scheduled. Forums with…
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Minnesota Beef Tour Highlights Innovation

Published July 14, 2026

The Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association Summer Beef Tour gave producers a firsthand look at modern cattle operations and new management practices. MSCA President Jake Thompson said the event offered something for every segment of the industry. "This is your opportunity…
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USDA Updates MN Crop Ratings

Published July 14, 2026

Crop ratings improved this past week for Minnesota corn and soybeans. Corn jumped three percent, with 84 percent of the crop in good to excellent condition. At 81 percent good to excellent condition, Minnesota soybeans improved two percent week over…
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