Disruptions involving Black Sea ports are adding uncertainty to the global wheat market. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson said buyers are watching both the extent and duration of the disruptions. “The big concern right now is how much damage…

House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson has introduced legislation to protect farmland from Eminent Domain. The ‘Not in My Barnyard Act’ would prevent the federal government from initiating Eminent Domain proceedings on any farmland when there are feasible alternative…

Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…

For the southern and central Red River Valley, this growing season has been one for the record books. “We are the second driest in Traill County and fifth driest in that amount of time for Cass County; in 132 years…

U.S. retail diesel prices have reached a record high. AAA reports the national average reached $5.85 per gallon Thursday, surpassing the previous high set in June 2022. The ongoing wars involving Iran, Russia and Ukraine are being cited as factors behind the…

At Dorothy, Minnesota, Luke Forness, Black River Ag, says the corn crop got off to a good start with adequate moisture through June before conditions turned dry in July. “It’s just a case of haves and have-nots, as some fields…

Cold soil conditions created challenges for crops planted early near Wimbledon, North Dakota. Matt Peterson, who leads Aligned Ag, said some of the corn planted around May 20th experienced cold germination issues, particularly with hybrids that are slower to emerge.…

Global grain prices moved higher in August. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization reported its cereal price index increased 2.2 percent from July as wheat, corn and rice prices strengthened. Global wheat prices increased 2.6 percent during the month…

NDSU evaluated 90 soybean varieties this summer for tolerance to iron deficiency chlorosis. IDC symptoms include yellow leaves with green veins, stunted plants and reduced yield. Varieties were rated on a one-to-five scale, with one indicating no chlorosis and five…

USDA is giving the cattle industry another 90 days to comment on potential changes to federal beef grade standards. The Agricultural Marketing Service extended the comment deadline to December 7.The review began at the request of the American Wagyu Association…

Argentina is seeing a major increase in corn exports as disruptions in the Black Sea reshape global grain trade. Argentina could export 10 million metric tons of corn during August and September, more than triple the normal volume for the…

A new Nebraska law addresses who owns data generated on the farm. The state’s Agricultural Data Privacy Act treats agricultural data as the property of the farmer who generates it. That can include GPS information, yield data, agronomic records, livestock…

USDA will get its first field-based look at crop yields in Friday’s September production report. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski said USDA has reached the point in the growing season where objective field assessments can provide more information…

Global grain prices moved higher in August, according to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, FAO’s cereal price index increased 2.2 percent from July as wheat, corn and rice prices strengthened. Global wheat prices increased 2.6 percent during the…

Global grain prices moved higher in August. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization reported its cereal price index increased 2.2 percent from July as wheat, corn and rice prices strengthened. Global wheat prices increased 2.6 percent during the month…

Disruptions involving Black Sea ports are adding uncertainty to the global wheat market. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson said buyers are watching both the extent and duration of the disruptions. “The big concern right now is how much damage…

The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act is scheduled for a vote in the U.S. House during the week of September 14. The legislation has broad support in Congress but has not previously come up for a House vote. The bill would…

Global headlines and uncertain crop conditions have brought fund traders to ag commodities. “With that, we’re at a very, very dangerous place where the funds are approaching record long,” said Tommy Grisafi, president, Ag Bull Trading. “And we enter harvest;…

While Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Tyson Foods has committed to selling its recently closed meat-processing plants only to American companies, Tyson officials said—not so fast. A Tyson official said the company’s stance on selling the closed plants has not…

The first American Crystal Sugar Company beet stock sale has been brokered for this season. Acres and Shares reports 180 shares were sold for an average price of $4,075. That’s in line with the average share value for this past…

The grain markets are ending the month red hot, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson.  Between the crop tours showing lower yield potential, and the Russia-Ukraine war heating up, the grains have been hitting some huge highs…

A new Nebraska law addresses who owns data generated on the farm. The state’s Agricultural Data Privacy Act treats agricultural data as the property of the farmer who generates it. That can include GPS information, yield data, agronomic records, livestock…

Global grain prices moved higher in August, according to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, FAO’s cereal price index increased 2.2 percent from July as wheat, corn and rice prices strengthened. Global wheat prices increased 2.6 percent during the…

Disruptions involving Black Sea ports are adding uncertainty to the global wheat market. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson said buyers are watching both the extent and duration of the disruptions. “The big concern right now is how much damage…

Theresa Reps has been promoted to senior director of farmer outreach with Dairy Management, Inc. Before DMI, Reps worked for Curious Plot, Midwest Dairy, and Minnesota Pork Board.

Bayer has an agreement with the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel to jointly scale its newgold winter canola. With this collaboration, Bayer and Neste hope to expand acres of winter canola in the Southern Plains.…

The North Dakota Bankers Association has announced today that President/CEO Rick Clayburgh will retire in 2027. A former North Dakota state legislator, state tax commissioner, and candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, Clayburgh joined NDBA in 2005.

A group known as the ‘Stop the Rail Merger Coalition’ is urging the White House to oppose the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern. Farm groups in the coalition include the American Farm Bureau Federation, the Agricultural Retailers…

NDSU evaluated 90 soybean varieties this summer for tolerance to iron deficiency chlorosis. IDC symptoms include yellow leaves with green veins, stunted plants and reduced yield. Varieties were rated on a one-to-five scale, with one indicating no chlorosis and five…

Argentina is seeing a major increase in corn exports as disruptions in the Black Sea reshape global grain trade. Argentina could export 10 million metric tons of corn during August and September, more than triple the normal volume for the…

USDA will get its first field-based look at crop yields in Friday’s September production report. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski said USDA has reached the point in the growing season where objective field assessments can provide more information…

More than 1.3 million acres and 1,900 farms have achieved certification through the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program.Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Megan Moland said the voluntary program works with farmers and agricultural landowners to identify conservation practices that protect…

The American Farm Bureau Federation is calling on Congress to complete work on a new five-year farm bill before the current extension expires September 30.The 2018 Farm Bill has already been extended three times.The House passed its version of a…

Dry August conditions accelerated crop development around Starbuck and Glenwood, Minnesota. Paul Freeman said soybeans could begin coming off soon. “We petered out on our rain dance in August and we had close to an inch over the weekend (of…

Kristin Duncanson, who farms with her family at Highland Family Farms at Mapleton, Minnesota, said the crop remains in relatively good shape. “We’re pretty pleased and kind of holding our breath a little bit.” Duncanson is seeing early firing in…

USDA is giving the cattle industry another 90 days to comment on potential changes to federal beef grade standards. The Agricultural Marketing Service extended the comment deadline to December 7.The review began at the request of the American Wagyu Association…

The Douglas, Arizona port of entry is scheduled to reopen to Mexican cattle Tuesday. The border originally opened August 24, but movement was shutdown last week due to some damaged equipment. That has been addressed and Mexican cattle shipments are…

Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…

President Trump was joined in the Oval Office Friday by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, ranchers, podcasters and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. Duvall said the executive orders address several issues impacting ranchers, including the regulations surrounding the gray…

To appease cattle ranchers upset with his recent decision to import foreign ground beef, President Donald Trump issued new executive orders to support the cattle sector. The executive orders include plans to address packer consolidation and other issues important to…

Near New Salem, North Dakota, Jim Bahm said recent rainfall has helped pastures recover after livestock producers were forced to haul water. “Pastures are greening up again,” Bahm said. “They were really starting to hurt and guys were hauling water up…

In the Minnesota Beef Update, Beef Ambassador Megan Fellbaum provides an update from the Minnesota State Fair. Listen to the report. 

House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson has introduced legislation to protect farmland from Eminent Domain. The ‘Not in My Barnyard Act’ would prevent the federal government from initiating Eminent Domain proceedings on any farmland when there are feasible alternative…

There was no breakthrough in the U.S.-led negotiations over the weekend between Russia and Ukraine. U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner brought new proposals to end the war. While there was no resolution, Witkoff said these were very meaningful…

Agriculture was the focus of the first debate between South Dakota Governor Larry Roden and Democratic Challenger Dan Ahlers. Ahlers, who is a former state lawmaker from Dell Rapids, outlined ways to support the state’s cattle industry. “One of the…

President Trump was joined in the Oval Office Friday by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, ranchers, podcasters and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. Duvall said the executive orders address several issues impacting ranchers, including the regulations surrounding the gray…

To appease cattle ranchers upset with his recent decision to import foreign ground beef, President Donald Trump issued new executive orders to support the cattle sector. The executive orders include plans to address packer consolidation and other issues important to…

The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act is scheduled for a vote in the U.S. House during the week of September 14. The legislation has broad support in Congress but has not previously come up for a House vote. The bill would…

Senate Democrats, led by Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, are raising concerns about the proposed reorganization of USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. In a letter to USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden, the lawmakers point to the loss of more than 25 percent of…