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 temporary pause in tariffs between the United States and China is being welcomed by the American Soybean Association, which sees the 90-day reprieve as a critical chance to rebuild a market that has not fully recovered from the previous…

The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) 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…

With the announcement of the drastic rollback in tariffs between the US and China, NDSU Crops Economist Frayne Olson says that signals a potential breakthrough in U.S.-China trade negotiations, giving U.S. agriculture a short-term window to re-enter the Chinese market.…

The National FFA Organization and Microsoft are expanding their FarmBeats for Students program, which teaches precision agriculture in classrooms. Chief Program Officer Christine White said the program is aimed at helping prepare students for how emerging technologies are being integrated…

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba suggested that increasing U.S. corn imports, particularly for ethanol and biomass use, could be part of ongoing trade negotiations with Washington. Ishiba emphasized Japan’s commitment to protecting its domestic agriculture sector, especially as pressure mounts…

There is a reprieve in the trade war between the U.S. and China. After a weekend of negotiations in Geneva, Switzerland, a joint announcement was made saying both sides recognize the importance of ‘a sustainable, long-term and mutually beneficial economic…

Bayer is reorganizing its Crop Science activities in Germany. As a result, the German-based company will discontinue its work in its Frankfurt location at the end of 2028. Bayer plans to sell a portion of the business and relocate other…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has appointed Erin Morris to be the new administrator of the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service. Morris is currently the associate administrator and has been with the agency for 20 years. Morris succeeds Bruce Summers, who is…

BASF Senior Vice President of Agriculture Solutions Paul Rea has been appointed board chair for CropLife America. This is Rea’s second time serving in this role.

Cattle prices continue to push into record territory, fueled by tight supplies and increased demand, 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…

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.

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has named Glen Muller as the 2025 Governor’s Ag Ambassador. Muller, who is the executive director of the South Dakota Pork Producers Council, will be given the award at the Governor’s Ag Summit in Deadwood…

The 40th anniversary Farm Aid concert will be held in Minneapolis this fall. In a statement, Farm Aid founder Willie Nelson said they’re coming to Minnesota “to fight for a food system that works for all of us.” The all-star…

Cattle prices continue to push into record territory, fueled by tight supplies and increased demand, 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…

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 temporary pause in tariffs between the United States and China is being welcomed by the American Soybean Association, which sees the 90-day reprieve as a critical chance to rebuild a market that has not fully recovered from the previous…

The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) 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…

With the announcement of the drastic rollback in tariffs between the US and China, NDSU Crops Economist Frayne Olson says that signals a potential breakthrough in U.S.-China trade negotiations, giving U.S. agriculture a short-term window to re-enter the Chinese market.…

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba suggested that increasing U.S. corn imports, particularly for ethanol and biomass use, could be part of ongoing trade negotiations with Washington. Ishiba emphasized Japan’s commitment to protecting its domestic agriculture sector, especially as pressure mounts…

In this week’s edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson said the bull run continues in the cattle market. “Cattle continue to trade to new all-time contract highs; canola is seeing…

Bayer is reorganizing its Crop Science activities in Germany. As a result, the German-based company will discontinue its work in its Frankfurt location at the end of 2028. Bayer plans to sell a portion of the business and relocate other…

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has appointed Erin Morris to be the new administrator of the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service. Morris is currently the associate administrator and has been with the agency for 20 years. Morris succeeds Bruce Summers, who is…

BASF Senior Vice President of Agriculture Solutions Paul Rea has been appointed board chair for CropLife America. This is Rea’s second time serving in this role.

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.

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has named Glen Muller as the 2025 Governor’s Ag Ambassador. Muller, who is the executive director of the South Dakota Pork Producers Council, will be given the award at the Governor’s Ag Summit in Deadwood…

The 40th anniversary Farm Aid concert will be held in Minneapolis this fall. In a statement, Farm Aid founder Willie Nelson said they’re coming to Minnesota “to fight for a food system that works for all of us.” The all-star…

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…

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.…

According to the USDA, North Dakota farmers continued spring planting with 6.6 days suitable for fieldwork last week. Corn planting reached 41 percent, well ahead of average. Soybeans hit 26 percent, and spring wheat was 58 percent planted, with 20…

South Dakota farmers had 6.7 days suitable for fieldwork last week, with planting progress moving quickly despite dry soil conditions. USDA reports 69 percent of corn is planted—well ahead of both last year and the five-year average—with 21 percent emerged.…

Minnesota farmers made significant planting progress last week with 6.6 days suitable for fieldwork, thanks to hot and dry conditions. According to USDA, corn is 75 percent planted and 30 percent emerged—both about a week ahead of average. Soybeans are…

Planting progress is moving quickly in the Thompson, North Dakota area. Farmer Tim Schumacher says most of the region’s crops are nearly in. “Most of the corn should be in the next two, three days. Probably 75 percent of the…

New Salem, North Dakota area farmer Jim Bahm says most of the crop is in, but conditions are dry. “Crops are pretty much getting in. The wheat’s up. Soybeans are in, corn’s in. We are exceptionally dry.” With little moisture…

The warm weather has given planting progress a boost across North Dakota. “All crops are being planted right now, but wheat and barley are the farthest along, and some areas were completely done the farther west you go and where…

Cattle prices continue to push into record territory, fueled by tight supplies and increased demand, 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…

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…

Mild spring weather has been good for calving season. “Up in my neck of the woods, we’re kind of begging for little moisture, but as far as the calving season itself, it’s been pleasant,” said North Dakota Stockman’s Association President…

South Dakota’s drought conditions eased with recent rains. “We’re starting to see our cool-season grasses really green up where we got some rain, and it also helped push things along with the alfalfa” said Sara Bauder, forage field specialist, SDSU…

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.

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 temporary pause in tariffs between the United States and China is being welcomed by the American Soybean Association, which sees the 90-day reprieve as a critical chance to rebuild a market that has not fully recovered from the previous…

With the announcement of the drastic rollback in tariffs between the US and China, NDSU Crops Economist Frayne Olson says that signals a potential breakthrough in U.S.-China trade negotiations, giving U.S. agriculture a short-term window to re-enter the Chinese market.…

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba suggested that increasing U.S. corn imports, particularly for ethanol and biomass use, could be part of ongoing trade negotiations with Washington. Ishiba emphasized Japan’s commitment to protecting its domestic agriculture sector, especially as pressure mounts…

A Minnesota House-Senate conference committee reviewed its two versions of the omnibus agriculture bill on Friday. Legislative leaders have not provided the budget target so no action was taken. There is a $17.8 million difference between the two bills. House…

North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong met with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin Friday and discussed agriculture and energy issues. The two men who served together in Congress also discussed the need to ease the regulatory burden. North Dakota’s new pesticide labeling…