Articles tagged under: Soybeans
Bridging the Gap Between Farmers and Consumers
Published September 19, 2019
From the view of United Soybean Board CEO Polly Ruhland, innovation, sustainability and bridging the gap between farmers and consumers are all important to the future of agriculture. "Like all people, consumers are interested their own lives and what they…Unchanged Harvest Basis Across Region
Published September 18, 2019
Basis bids at the six regional elevators followed by the Red River Farm Network remain mostly unchanged from two weeks ago for wheat. Ulen, Minnesota is the exception as they posted a feed wheat basis of $2 under the December…The Warmth is Welcome for Corn and Soybeans
Published September 18, 2019
Warmer temperatures will benefit the slow maturing corn across the region. Pioneer product agronomist Zach Fore says whether or not the corn will reach the finish line depends on the location. "There are some areas in North Dakota and Minnesota…Corn Potential is Determined by the Frost Date
Published September 13, 2019
It’s been a challenging year for the Volga, South Dakota area. There is mud and water in fields, but Scott VanderWal says the corn that was planted has potential. "It all depends when we get our first frost," he says.…A Long Way to Go
Published September 11, 2019
The progress of the crop is the big focus at the Big Iron Farm Show. Valley City, North Dakota farmer Monte Peterson says corn and soybeans have a long way to go. "We've had a chilly and wet August into…Canada and China Disputes Discussed in Trade Trip
Published September 9, 2019
A U.S. trade delegation is back from a trip to Canada. U.S. Soybean Export Council Regional Director Kevin Roepke was on the tour. He says the trade disputes between Canada and China had attention throughout the week. "There are two…Harvest Progressing Well in Northern Red River Valley
Published September 6, 2019
MR Consulting owner Mark Ramsey says other than a few scattered fields, the spring wheat is harvested in the northern Red River Valley. "The wheat seems to be mostly harvested. There are odd patches here and there," explains Ramsey. "The…Farmers Have Concerns About Crop Maturity
Published September 5, 2019
The U.S. crop looks good, but crop maturity will be key for the next few weeks. According to the latest Allendale farmer survey, Allendale Chief Marketing Strategist Rich Nelson says farmers in the western Corn Belt will have serious concerns…Concerns with Crop Maturity
Published September 4, 2019
With continued cool and wet weather across the Northern Plains, there is growing concern with the corn and soybean crops. In the Cooperstown, North Dakota area, Ag Advantage Consulting owner Jonathan Erickson says while the row crops have potential, they…