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Seeking Support for Family Farmers
Published May 7, 2025
Felton, Minnesota farmer Melany Thomas was part of the Minnesota Farmers Union delegation in Washington, D.C. this past week. Thomas spoke out for voluntary conservation programs. "I'm a beginning farmer and I was able to access EQIP, which helped provide…Perfect Weather for Planting
Published May 6, 2025
At Karlstad, Minnesota, Justin Dagen is almost done planting corn and getting ready to start seeding potatoes. "In the meantime, we're shipping seed potatoes six days a week and the process is going really well." Dagen said the weather has…Excellent Seeding Conditions, But More Moisture is Needed
Published May 6, 2025
Hazelton, North Dakota farmer Mike Appert is happy with how planting is going. "It's dry, but we caught a rain over a week ago, which we really needed. Soil conditions are nice; it's warming up nicely. So, the corn and…Plan for Fertility Success
Published May 6, 2025
Managing crop fertility requires a plan. "Let's get started in the fall with a good soil test and get a good base program out there," said AgroLiquid Sales Account Manager Brad Schultz. "Then we can start to look ahead and…Trade Policy is a ‘Lose-Lose’ Scenario
Published May 6, 2025
North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne is worried about the current tariff strategy. "I've been fortunate to travel the world," said Watne. "China is trying to replace us and folks think they'll automatically come back to the table; they…Rollins: USDA Reorganization Happening in an Intential & Smart Way
Published May 6, 2025
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the USDA’s reorganization plan will be released in the upcoming week. While meeting with farm broadcasters, Rollins said roughly 15,000 USDA employees have taken early retirement or buyouts under the Deferred Resignation Program, but emphasized…Trump Budget Called a ‘Non-Starter’
Published May 6, 2025
The Trump Administration's budget recommendations call for cuts at the Farm Service Agency and the Natural Resources Conservation Service, cuts in ag research and long-standing programs like Food for Peace. "I think the President's budget is a non-starter," said Minnesota…‘Do Your Work’
Published May 6, 2025
Nearly 100 farmers took time away from the planter this past week to bring their message to Congress. The National Farmers Union 'Week of Action' is focused on passing a five-year farm bill; legislation strengthening the farm safety net, promoting…Pioneer Agronomy Update
Published May 6, 2025
In the Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist Larry Lunder said planters and air seeders are busy this week. "This is also a good time to start a weed control program by using any one of a number of preemergent…