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What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published May 13, 2024
In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson cites the Dow Jones Industrial Average as one of the 'hot' aspects of the market. "That's had eight stronger sessions," said…Crunch Time for Minnesota Legislation
Published May 13, 2024
The Minnesota legislative session is in the final stretch with just one week remaining. According to Minnesota Farmer’s Union Government Relations Director Stu Lourey, the ag bill is moving in an unorthodox way. "The House and Senate agriculture bills were…Canola Minute
Published May 13, 2024
Here’s the latest Canola Minute from the Northern Canola Growers Association. This week, Northern Canola Growers Association Communication Director Lindy Coutts joins us. With the release of the new sustainable aviation fuel guidelines, Coutts said there is opportunity for canola.Baseline Worries
Published May 13, 2024
A major piece of legislation, like the farm bill, requires compromise. North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer is concerned that the compromise will include changes to the baseline, citing the spending devoted to nutrition programs and conservation during the pandemic and…Federal Relief on the Way for Dairy Farmers
Published May 13, 2024
There’s financial support coming for dairy farmers dealing with H5N1 in their cattle. That includes reimbursements for veterinarian costs associated with the virus. "We're going to provide funding for heat treatment to dispose of milk in a bio-secure fashion," said…MN Ag in the Classroom Teacher Tours Coming Up
Published May 13, 2024
Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom is preparing to host its summer teacher tours. "Our summer teacher tours are definitely the highlight of our summer," said Sue Knott, education specialist, MAITC. "This summer we are offering three different one-day experiences and…Sugarbeet Report
Published May 13, 2024
Extension Sugarbeet Agronomist Dr. Tom Peters is featured in this week's Sugarbeet Report. Peters discusses the rain and how it has affected weed control. "There's a lot lambsquarter out there; kochia has been more spotty and I don't see it…WestBred Wheat Report
Published May 13, 2024
In the latest WestBred Wheat Report, WestBred Technical Product Manager Justin Berg highlights weed control for the newly-seeded crop. "I'd encourage them to think about what weeds they'll be dealing with, whether it is kochia, thistle or something of the…More Rain in Southern Brazil
Published May 13, 2024
Since Friday morning, central and northeastern Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil received 3.5-to-7.5 inches of rain. Much of that area received 12-to-25 inches in the last wave of heavy rains in late April and early May. More rain is…