Just a day after agreeing to lower tariffs on U.S. products, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized President Trump’s trade policy, claiming that it would backfire and that there were no winners in tariff or trade wars. In a speech following…

Agritourism is an opportunity for farmers to diversify income and share agriculture’s story with consumers. “Agritourism is the intersection between agriculture and tourism, and it includes five broad areas: education, hospitality, outdoor recreation, entertainment, and direct sales,” says University of…

Hope for a new farm bill this year is fading as some of the big-dollar programs are starting to find their way into the budget reconciliation bill. “It doesn’t appear that there’s going to be time in the near future…

After a marathon all-night session, the House Ways and Means Committee approved a tax package that extends many of the 2017 tax cuts. The bill passed on a party-line 26-19 vote. For agriculture, the bill includes permanent estate tax relief,…

In the markup of its budget reconciliation bill, the biggest point of contention is a $300 billion whack to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson made two points: SNAP is not working, and the…

The House Ways and Means Committee has released its tax bill. This bill makes the 2017 tax rate reductions permanent. It increases the 199A pass-through deduction for business entities, like S-Corporations and LLCs, from 20 percent to 23 percent. This…

The American Soybean Association sees the decision to lower tariffs between the U.S. and China for 90 days as a chance to rebuild a market that has not fully recovered from the previous trade war. ASA President Caleb Ragland said…

Just a day after agreeing to lower tariffs on U.S. products, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized President Trump’s trade policy, claiming that it would backfire and that there were no winners in tariff or trade wars. In a speech following…

Agritourism is an opportunity for farmers to diversify income and share agriculture’s story with consumers. “Agritourism is the intersection between agriculture and tourism, and it includes five broad areas: education, hospitality, outdoor recreation, entertainment, and direct sales,” says University of…

Summer Mersinger is resigning from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to become CEO of the Blockchain Association, a lobbying group for the crypto industry. Mersinger filled a Republican seat at the CFTC and has been in that role since 2022.…

Hope for a new farm bill this year is fading as some of the big-dollar programs are starting to find their way into the budget reconciliation bill. “It doesn’t appear that there’s going to be time in the near future…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is partnering with the Red River Farm Network and the Linder Farm Network to provide information on soil health events and topics. This week, Danielle Isaacson, Climate and Working Lands Manager, talks about a new…

In the Minnesota Corn Matters program, Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Jim Kanten highlights the new trade deal with the United Kingdom. Here’s the link. 

The cattle market remains in lofty territory. Heartland Investor Services Commodity Trading Advisor Gene Graner is cautious at these levels. “We’re probably seeing a ceiling on what the consumers are willing to pay,” said Graner. “We’re already seeing Walmart struggle…

Just a day after agreeing to lower tariffs on U.S. products, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized President Trump’s trade policy, claiming that it would backfire and that there were no winners in tariff or trade wars. In a speech following…

Summer Mersinger is resigning from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to become CEO of the Blockchain Association, a lobbying group for the crypto industry. Mersinger filled a Republican seat at the CFTC and has been in that role since 2022.…

The cattle market remains in lofty territory. Heartland Investor Services Commodity Trading Advisor Gene Graner is cautious at these levels. “We’re probably seeing a ceiling on what the consumers are willing to pay,” said Graner. “We’re already seeing Walmart struggle…

Cattle prices continue to push into record territory, but Van Ahn and Company Marketing Specialist Steve Witt warns the market may be nearing a tipping point. “Labor shortages are keeping the packing plants running at limited capacity.” Witt cited recent…

China is building the world’s largest export terminal in Santos, Brazil. The state-owned COFCO is behind this infrastructure investment. When complete, it will increase COFCO’s annual export capacity from 4.5 million tons to 14 million. Soybeans, corn and sugar will…

The American Soybean Association sees the decision to lower tariffs between the U.S. and China for 90 days as a chance to rebuild a market that has not fully recovered from the previous trade war. ASA President Caleb Ragland said…

The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates Report offered a bullish tone for corn and soybeans, with new crop stocks coming in significantly lower than trade expectations. “USDA came in and obviously kept demand fairly strong for both corn…

Agritourism is an opportunity for farmers to diversify income and share agriculture’s story with consumers. “Agritourism is the intersection between agriculture and tourism, and it includes five broad areas: education, hospitality, outdoor recreation, entertainment, and direct sales,” says University of…

Summer Mersinger is resigning from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to become CEO of the Blockchain Association, a lobbying group for the crypto industry. Mersinger filled a Republican seat at the CFTC and has been in that role since 2022.…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is partnering with the Red River Farm Network and the Linder Farm Network to provide information on soil health events and topics. This week, Danielle Isaacson, Climate and Working Lands Manager, talks about a new…

In the Minnesota Corn Matters program, Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Jim Kanten highlights the new trade deal with the United Kingdom. Here’s the link. 

The Midwest Council on Agriculture has added Greg Ibach as a policy advisor. Ibach is a former USDA undersecretary for marketing and regulatory programs and former Nebraska agriculture director. Ibach joins MWCA founder and former House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin…

In the latest edition of the Sugarbeet Report, Dr. Tom Peters, NDSU/UM Extension sugarbeet agronomist, discusses current crop conditions. Listen to the Sugarbeet Report by clicking here. 

The EPA has approved a rate reduction when applying Kenja 400SC fungicide on canola in six states, including North Dakota and Minnesota. The recommendation is now as low as four fluid ounces per acre to control white mold. This fungicide…

In the latest edition of the Sugarbeet Report, Dr. Tom Peters, NDSU/UM Extension sugarbeet agronomist, discusses current crop conditions. Listen to the Sugarbeet Report by clicking here. 

The EPA has approved a rate reduction when applying Kenja 400SC fungicide on canola in six states, including North Dakota and Minnesota. The recommendation is now as low as four fluid ounces per acre to control white mold. This fungicide…

RRFN’s Crop Watch made a stop at the Mark Formo farm at Litchville, North Dakota on Tuesday. At that point, Formo said the season has been ‘phenomenal.’ “A lot of guys are pretty much done with corn. They’re moving on…

In the mid-Red River Valley, Proseed President and CEO Keith Peltier said most of the planting has wrapped up. During the Red River Farm Network Crop Watch update, Peltier said it is a big year for corn. “Our sales are up…

Ron Truax, who leads Spring Creek Ag at Litchville, North Dakota, has seen a lot of the corn and soybeans planted. Weed control now becomes a worry. “One of the conversations now is, when are you going to get a pre…

Sugarbeets are especially vulnerable to the strong winds seen this past week. Grand Forks area farmer Chris Adams hopes the beets were small enough to avoid replanting. A lot of topsoil has been moving with the winds. “It’s definitely making us…

In the Pioneer Agronomy Update, Pioneer Field Agronomist Eric Lagge talks about the extreme weather seen in the region, from extreme heat and wind to start the week to a major cool-down and rain at the end of the week.…

The cattle market remains in lofty territory. Heartland Investor Services Commodity Trading Advisor Gene Graner is cautious at these levels. “We’re probably seeing a ceiling on what the consumers are willing to pay,” said Graner. “We’re already seeing Walmart struggle…

In this week’s Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Executive Director Kaitlyn Root offers information on the summer beef tour. Click here to listen. 

Cattle prices continue to push into record territory, but Van Ahn and Company Marketing Specialist Steve Witt warns the market may be nearing a tipping point. “Labor shortages are keeping the packing plants running at limited capacity.” Witt cited recent…

The USDA has suspended all live cattle, horse, and bison imports at southern U.S. border ports due to the rapid northward spread of the New World Screwworm in Mexico. The pest has now been found as far north as roughly…

National Pork Producers Council President Duane Stateler says the pork industry is counting on Congress to deliver a farm bill that strengthens defenses against foreign animal disease and addresses Proposition 12. “We just wanted to get the three-legged stool in…

AgMarket.net analyst Jacob Burks says the futures market is continuing to chase the cash cattle market higher. On Thursday, the August and September Feeder Cattle contracts topped $300 for the first time in history. “This can stay strong for a…

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…

Just a day after agreeing to lower tariffs on U.S. products, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized President Trump’s trade policy, claiming that it would backfire and that there were no winners in tariff or trade wars. In a speech following…

Hope for a new farm bill this year is fading as some of the big-dollar programs are starting to find their way into the budget reconciliation bill. “It doesn’t appear that there’s going to be time in the near future…

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is partnering with the Red River Farm Network and the Linder Farm Network to provide information on soil health events and topics. This week, Danielle Isaacson, Climate and Working Lands Manager, talks about a new…

The Midwest Council on Agriculture has added Greg Ibach as a policy advisor. Ibach is a former USDA undersecretary for marketing and regulatory programs and former Nebraska agriculture director. Ibach joins MWCA founder and former House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin…

After a marathon all-night session, the House Ways and Means Committee approved a tax package that extends many of the 2017 tax cuts. The bill passed on a party-line 26-19 vote. For agriculture, the bill includes permanent estate tax relief,…

In the markup of its budget reconciliation bill, the biggest point of contention is a $300 billion whack to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson made two points: SNAP is not working, and the…

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has reintroduced the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. The bill updates the H-2A program to help address the farm labor shortage. The same bill passed in the House, but through the Senate.