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FMC Revenues Drop 14%
Published May 1, 2025
For the first quarter, FMC Corporation reports revenues of $791 million. That’s down 14 percent from the same period last year. Sales were up in Latin America, but down in North America and Asia.Titan International Income Tops $490 Million
Published May 1, 2025
Titan International's first quarter revenues of $491 million are an increase of nearly $9 million from last year. The Illinois-based company is a leader in the manufacturing of off-road tires. Income was down 17.5 percent for the agriculture business segment.…Closing in on 100 Years
Published April 30, 2025
The Minnesota FFA 96th annual convention just wrapped up, but preparations are already underway for the group's 100th anniversary. According to former Minnesota FFA Executive Secretary Jim Ertl, a history of the organization is being compiled. Minnesota FFA had 277…‘Put Through Hell’ by Government Overreach
Published April 30, 2025
Cabinet members and lawmakers shared the stage with a South Dakota ranch family Wednesday in Washington, D.C. The Trump Administration dropped criminal charges against Charles and Heather Maude. The couple was indicted in June of last year for theft of…Conditions Ripe for Early Weed Growth
Published April 30, 2025
According to SDSU Extension Weed Management Specialist Eric Jones, conditions are favorable for weed germination. Noxious weeds are starting to populate in the eastern half of the state. "We're seeing kochia, some of the prickly lettuce and no-till that includes…Metzger Promoted
Published April 30, 2025
Minn-Dak Farmers Cooperative has named Mike Metzger its executive vice president. Metzger will continue to lead the agriculture and research departments. Metzger has been with Minn-Dak for nearly 25 years.Trade Deal is ‘Done’
Published April 30, 2025
In an appearance on CNBC, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnik said a deal has been reached with one trading partner, but no other details were available. "I have a deal; done, done, done," said Lutkik. "But I need to wait for their…NDGGA Names New Executive Director
Published April 30, 2025
The North Dakota Grain Growers Association has named Nick Sinner as its new executive director. Most recently, Sinner served as a program manager for Northern Crops Institute. He previously was president and chief executive officer of the Minnesota-South Dakota Equipment…Tariff Strategy Forces a Pivot for Smithfield Foods
Published April 30, 2025
Due to the trade war, the world’s #1 pork buyer is no longer a destination for U.S. pork. With tariffs of 145 percent, Smithfield Foods CEO Shane Smith said China is not a viable market. Smith said that has forced…