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Pioneer Agronomy Update
Published May 16, 2024
Most of the early-planted corn has emerged. To reach the yield targets for this fall, farmers are being advised to evaluate their stand, especially for the corn that has been sitting in the ground for upwards of two weeks. In…Minnesota Ag Policy Work Continues
Published May 15, 2024
While conference committees meet behind closed doors in St. Paul this week, state ag groups continue to lobby for their policy priorities. "We're trying to be as supportive as we can," says Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Executive Director Joe Smentek.…Minnesota Legislature Approaches Deadline
Published May 15, 2024
According to Minnesota Farm Bureau Director of Public Policy Pierce Bennett, there is still a gap between the House and Senate bills that needs to be narrowed before the Monday deadline. "Where there might be some bigger difference is in…Dairy Market Dynamics
Published May 15, 2024
March was the ninth consecutive month of lower year-on-year output of milk in the U.S. Rabobank Senior Dairy Analyst Lucas Fuess shares how this is expected to affect farmers. "Milk production tightness is finally catching up to us, certainly evident…Early Registration Deadline Approaches for MSCA Summer Tour
Published May 15, 2024
The Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association hosts its summer tour in Thief River Falls on June 25. MSCA President Jake Thompson said there is something for everyone on the tour. "We will be looking at quite a few different stops between…JBS Beats Analyst Expectations
Published May 15, 2024
The world’s largest meatpacker reported first quarter net income of nearly $320 million. A year ago, JBS suffered a $290 million loss in the same quarter. The Brazilian-based company said there has been a shift in consumption from beef to…‘The Hardest One Ever’
Published May 15, 2024
Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow has been in Congress for 28 years. She has worked on six farm bills and has been the leader for three of them. "This is the hardest one ever," said the Michigan lawmaker. "They're always…MN Beef Update
Published May 15, 2024
Minnesota Beef Council Director of Industry Relations Jon Dilworth is featured in the latest Minnesota Beef Update to talk about the beef checkoff's involvement in FFA and urban agriculture. Listen to the update.MN Corn Matters
Published May 15, 2024
Corn Matters is a presentation of the Minnesota Corn Growers Association. Jim O'Connell represents MCGA on the US Grains Council and talks about the values of exports during World Trade Month. Listen to the report.