Articles tagged under: Stu Letcher
Northern Ag Expo Returns to In-Person Event
Published November 26, 2021
The Northern Ag Expo will be held Tuesday and Wednesday. North Dakota Agricultural Association’s Stu Letcher says there’s a great lineup of speakers and topics for this in-person event. "On Tuesday, we'll cover the Northern Plains weather and what's ahead…Off-Farm Grain Movement Starts to Slow
Published March 4, 2021
Grain movement off farms is beginning to slow as grain bins empty out. North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Executive Director Stu Letcher says we are seeing some clean-up movement. "We're starting to see the end of it. The recent cold…ND Grain Dealers Association Cancels 2021 State Convention
Published February 16, 2021
The North Dakota Grain Dealers Association has cancelled the 2021 convention due to COVID. Executive Vice President Stu Letcher says it’s best to be on the safe side. "We would actually hold the event in January, but we postponed it…Rail Moving at a Steady Pace
Published October 23, 2020
North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Executive Vice President Stu Letcher says there hasn’t been an issue with rail traffic yet as shuttle turns to the Pacific Northwest have held steady at slightly more than two-and-a-half turns per month. "If we…ND Grain Dealers Association Meets in Fargo
Published January 20, 2020
The North Dakota Grain Dealers Association is meeting in Fargo this week for their 108th convention. Executive Vice President Stu Letcher says the group will discuss trade and tariffs, weather and grain quality issues, and the state grain licensing program.…Wet Corn and Propane Shortages Stop ND Harvest
Published November 25, 2019
North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Executive Vice President Stu Letcher says propane shortages and extremely wet corn are bringing harvest to a standstill. "The corn coming in has test weights ranging from the low-40s to the high end of 56…Grain Elevators Prepare for a Challenging Crop
Published September 4, 2019
North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Executive Vice-President Stu Letcher says when it comes time to harvest corn, quality could challenge grain elevators and available markets. "Crop uncertainty is the biggest concern." Even if the corn makes it across the finish…Comprehensive Study Will Evaluate Grain Buyer Licenses
Published May 2, 2019
A study looking at the licensing of grain buyers was recently approved by the North Dakota legislature. North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Stu Letcher says the study is a good move. "We advocated for a comprehensive review for the next…ND Legislative Report
Published February 22, 2019
A bill providing more authority on licensing public warehouses and grain buyers passed in the North Dakota Senate. North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Executive Vice President Stu Letcher says the association would also like to see stronger bonding in the…