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CRP Update Sought
Published May 8, 2024
Minnesota Congressman Brad Finstad has introduced legislation to modernize the Conservation Reserve Program. The bill calls for science-based soil metrics to direct CRP acres to the most vulnerable acres. It also provides farmers and landowners with the tools to protect…MFBF Minute
Published May 8, 2024
Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Director of Public Policy Pierce Bennett is preparing for the last day of the legislative session and hoping for some more movement on the farm bill.Ingalls to be Inducted into SD HOF
Published May 8, 2024
The South Dakota Hall of Fame recognizes individuals in the fields of business, education, entertainment and agriculture. In the agriculture category, Hugh Ingalls will be inducted this fall. Ingalls is being recognized for his work in the development of the…Northfield Vet to be Recognized at Leman Swine Conference
Published May 8, 2024
Northfield, Minnesota veterinarian Dr. Matt Allerson will receive the Science in Practice Award at the Leman Swine Conference in September. This award recognizes swine practitioners who use science to solve critical health and production problems for pork producers. Allerson leads…Pastureland Values Rise
Published May 8, 2024
For the fourth year in a row, pastureland values in North Dakota have increased. According to North Dakota Department of Trust Lands Annual Land Survey, cash rents for pasture ground will go up more than four percent this year, topping…After 44 Years, Hellevang to Retire
Published May 8, 2024
NDSU Extension Engineer Ken Hellevang will retire at the end of the month. Hellevang has been with NDSU for 44 years and has made significant contributions to grain storage and grain drying business. Hellevang will be honored at a farewell…Leafhoppers Gobble Up Argentine Crop
Published May 8, 2024
Argentina is facing floods in the south and drought in the center of the country. Argentine farmers are also dealing with significant insect pressure. An analysis from the Rosario Grains Exchange found leafhopper numbers in northern Argentina are ten times…CropLife America Hopeful for Farm Bill
Published May 7, 2024
CropLife America is hopeful for the 2024 farm bill after seeing the 5-year proposals from the Senate Ag Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow and House Ag Committee Chairman Glen “GT” Thompson. CropLife America also recognizes that more work is needed to…Rain, Rain Go Away
Published May 7, 2024
For Niagara, North Dakota farmers like Mike Kelly, early planting progress has been offset by the recent rains. "We got off to a fast start and we're always thankful for the moisture, but we need it to stop raining. Hopefully…