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A Full Schedule for PEAK Conference
Published April 10, 2025
The Midwest Poultry Federation PEAK Conference brings together the poultry industry to share information and network. "The hot topics for PEAK this year, first and foremost, is avian metapneumovirus," said Ashley Kohls, executive director, MInnesota Turkey Growers Association. "We are…From Freelance to Corporate Communications
Published April 10, 2025
Beginning in mid-May, Kenna Rathai will join AgroLiquid as its corporate communications specialist. Rathai currently oversees Kenna B. Rathai Communications as a freelance public relations professional.Bipartisan Support for USDA Office of the Special Investigator
Published April 10, 2025
A bill has been introduced in the Senate to create a special investigation office within USDA’s Packers and Stockyards division. This office would address competition issues within the meatpacking industry. Similar legislation was introduced in 2022 and 2023. North Dakota…Former Moroccan Ag Minister Receives One of UM’s Highest Honors
Published April 10, 2025
The University of Minnesota has presented its Outstanding Achievement Award to former Moroccan Agriculture Minister Mohammed Sadiki. Sadiki earned his PhD in plant genetics from the ‘U’ in 1990. He was one of 400 Moroccans who earned doctorate or master’s…House Passes Budget Resolution Ahead of Two-Week Recess
Published April 10, 2025
The House passed the Senate budget framework with a 216-214 vote. The White House and House leadership was able to secure enough votes from conservative Republicans to push the bill over the finish line. The House had to pass a…Getting the Crop Off to a Strong Start
Published April 10, 2025
Residuals are critically important for effective weed control. BASF Technical Marketing Manager Liam Vincent says residual herbicides establish a foundation to start the season. "We get that activating rainfall and if the rain shuts off as the season goes on, you…Rippey: Dry Conditions Could Persist Across Northern Plains
Published April 10, 2025
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey cautions that lingering drought conditions and below-average snowfall in North Dakota could create challenges for the 2025 growing season. "We are looking at soils that are fairly dry, even in some of the non-drought areas," Rippey…Jensen: Tariff Uncertainty Heightens Need for Risk Management
Published April 10, 2025
As tariff uncertainty continues to affect the ag industry, Northland Community and Technical College Farm Business Management Instructor Betsy Jensen emphasizes the growing need for risk management. "This year, the potential on exports is really a huge factor," Jensen said.…Marketing Mistakes Cost Farmers in 2024
Published April 10, 2025
At the Farm Business Management annual meeting in Crookston, Northland Farm Business Management instructor Ron Dvergsten discussed the varying income levels among Minnesota farmers. "A lot of it depends on land type, years of experience, and how you got started,…