Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association

Hoyme: Less Tonnage, But Higher Sugar Content

Published August 26, 2026

Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association President Darren Hoyme says the dryness impacted the beet crop. “Our tonnage is down compared to probably past years at this time, but the trade-off of less tons is that our sugar is really…

The Perfect Storm

Published August 21, 2026

The combination of low sugar prices and high input costs squeezes farm income for beet growers. Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association President Darren Hoyme says growers are also facing high costs for fuel, fertilizer and pesticides. "It makes for…

Pre-Pile Harvest Begins

Published August 15, 2026

The American Crystal Sugar Company pre-pile harvest has begun. Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Director Harrison Weber says the growing season began wet in the northern Valley before conditions turned dry across much of the region. “We’re hair…

White House Event Brings Hope, But Challenges Remain

Published March 27, 2026

Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association Treasurer says attending the Great American Agriculture Celebration at the White House was a memorable experience, but serious concerns remain for sugar producers. Nelson, who attended the event with his son, described the moment…

Sugar Growers Push Back on Falling Prices

Published February 26, 2026

Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association President Darren Hoyme says this year’s Washington, D.C. fly-in had a more urgent tone. “We've built a strong domestic industry that gives the consumers of America a reliable supply of sugar, but it's being…

Baldwin Elected ASGA Vice President

Published January 27, 2026

St. Thomas, North Dakota farmer Brent Baldwin says he is ready to get to work after being elected vice president of the American Sugarbeet Growers Association. Baldwin was elected during the ASGA annual meeting in Indian Wells, California. “I’m ready…

Disease, Expenses Challenge Sugarbeet Producers

Published January 27, 2026

Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association Vice President Jared Kovar says growers across the country are facing the same challenges. “A lot of times, sugarbeets are there to kind of cover up for some of the other crops and commodities…

A More Somber Mood

Published January 27, 2026

Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association President Darren Hoyme says the mood at the American Sugarbeet Growers Association Annual Meeting was noticeably more somber. “Whether you’re from Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, we’re all in the same boat; the cost increases and…

Uncertainty Looms Over U.S. Sugar Industry

Published January 26, 2026

Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Director Harrison Weber is concerned about the severe financial strain in the industry. “Our costs on farm have exploded and what we're getting paid for our sugar has ultimately decreased." Weber said oversupply…

A Time of Uncertainty for the Beet Business

Published January 23, 2026

There have been years when sugarbeet growers were insulated from the struggles in the farm economy. That’s not the case this year with high input costs and lower sugar prices. "Similar to all commodities, sugar has seen a substantial decrease in…

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Articles tagged under: Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association

Hoyme: Less Tonnage, But Higher Sugar Content

The Perfect Storm

Pre-Pile Harvest Begins

White House Event Brings Hope, But Challenges Remain

Sugar Growers Push Back on Falling Prices

Baldwin Elected ASGA Vice President

Disease, Expenses Challenge Sugarbeet Producers

A More Somber Mood

Uncertainty Looms Over U.S. Sugar Industry

A Time of Uncertainty for the Beet Business

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