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A Week of Action
Published May 4, 2025
The National Farmers Union is on Capitol Hill this week for what is billed 'a week of action.' Minnesota Farmers Union Vice President Anne Schwagerl is part of the delegation that will be meeting with lawmakers this week. "We're planting right…Thykeson, Campbell, Blomgren Appointed
Published May 3, 2025
USDA has announced the latest slate of presidential appointments for Farm Service Agency and Rural Development state directors. In North Dakota, Brad Thykeson has been reinstated as FSA State Director and Tom Campbell was selected to lead the Rural Development…Farmers Gear Up for Spring Planting
Published May 2, 2025
NDSU Extension Agent Michelle Gilley says field conditions in Eddy County are great and farmers are ready to get the tractors rolling. "It's starting to dry out enough to plant. The flatter fields are still a little bit ponded, but…Minnesota Pork Board Launches ‘Activate’ Leadership Program
Published May 2, 2025
The Minnesota Pork Board announced the launch of a new leadership development program called Activate. "Participants in the Activate program will focus on five key areas," said Kate Maddock, sustainability outreach coordinator. "Those are hands-on training within advocacy, communications, relationship…An Easy Calving Season
Published May 2, 2025
Mild spring weather has been good for calving season. "Up in my neck of the woods, we're kind of begging for little moisture, but as far as the calving season itself, it's been pleasant," said North Dakota Stockman's Association President…Soy-Based Foam Offers Safer Firefighting Option
Published May 2, 2025
A new product is helping local fire departments fight fires by replacing harmful 'forever chemicals' with ones that are safer for both people and the environment. United Soybean Board Past Chairman Steve Reinhard says SoyFoam is gaining popularity, and its…Alfalfa Sees Jump Start from Spring Rain
Published May 2, 2025
South Dakota’s drought conditions eased with recent rains. "We're starting to see our cool-season grasses really green up where we got some rain, and it also helped push things along with the alfalfa" said Sara Bauder, forage field specialist, SDSU…Rollins Praises Budget Plan
Published May 2, 2025
After President Trump submitted his budget proposal to Congress, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins issued a statement saying her boss is putting the country on a path to reducing the deficit and lowering the national debt. “We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity…Canola Minute
Published May 2, 2025
In the Canola Minute, Northern Canola Growers Executive Director Barry Coleman highlights the recent producer roundtable hosted by North Dakota Senator John Hoeven and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. Misinformation about seed oils were discussed. Listen.