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StoneX-RJO Deal Announced
Published April 18, 2025
StoneX Group has announced a definitive agreement to acquire R.J. O'Brien for an equity value of $900 million. StoneX will also assume up to $143 million of RJO debt. R.J. O'Brien is the oldest futures brokerage firm in the United…Honoring Excellence in Agriscience
Published April 17, 2025
The South Dakota FFA Foundation has established the Chilson Agriscience Sweepstakes Endowment with a legacy gift from long-time ag teacher Jim Chilson. An award will be presented annually to a high school junior or senior FFA member who demonstrates achievement…Peterson Farms Seed Adds Bonds to the Team
Published April 17, 2025
Kendall Bonds has joined Peterson Farms Seed as Director of Product. In this role, Bonds will oversee research, product selection and agronomy. Bonds brings 25 years of experience in plant breeding and seed production, having held various leadership roles at…No Confirmed Calf Thefts in North Dakota
Published April 17, 2025
Despite growing social media chatter, the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association says there are no confirmed reports of stolen calves in the state. “What we’ve got is people who have called and said they’ve heard it’s going on," said Chief Brand…South Central North Dakota Planting Progress
Published April 17, 2025
This spring season started on the dry side in south-central North Dakota. Kenny Schmidt, who is a farmer/rancher at Solen, said recent rains improved the conditions slightly, allowing planting to begin. “We’re seeding into moisture and field conditions are pretty…Grassley: Tariff Strategy Appears to Be Working — For Now
Published April 17, 2025
China’s openness to new trade talks comes despite facing steep U.S. tariffs, and Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley believes the strategy may be showing results. “We’re worrying a little bit too much about the impact of the President's tariff policies,” Grassley…Wet Conditions Persist in Pockets
Published April 17, 2025
Despite widespread drought concerns, Dairyland Seeds District Sales Manager Keith Rekow says certain areas remain overly wet. “South-central North Dakota got a lot of moisture in that late March snowstorm." That moisture has helped alleviate some of the dry areas.…Future of Roundup in Question
Published April 17, 2025
In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Bayer CEO Bill Anderson said the company will need to decide within a matter of months if it will continue to make Roundup herbicide. Anderson cited the financial impact of ongoing litigation.…ND Senate Supports State Incentives for Large Ag Project
Published April 17, 2025
For the second time, the North Dakota Senate has passed a bill to provide $30 million in state incentives for large agricultural development. The bill passed in late March, but an amendment was added to allow it to be implemented…