Tour Builds Understanding of Modern Agriculture
Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen says the annual Minnesota State Cattle Tour continues to be one of the premier educational events of the state’s beef industry. Peterson said the tour allowed producers to see different production systems firsthand while sharing…
NDCGA on Capitol Hill
North Dakota corn growers spent the week in Washington, D.C., helping shape National Corn Growers Association policy before meeting with members of Congress and federal officials. Gwinner farmer Adam Ladwig says year-round E15 remains a top priority, but growers are…
Heat Takes a Toll on Crops
Extreme heat and warm overnight temperatures have stressed crops across the Northern Plains. Sean McCoy of McCoy Seed at Northwood, North Dakota, said the corn didn’t get the nighttime recovery they need. “I’m not used to it being 70-plus overnight;…
A Transit Fee Reversal
President Trump has dropped his proposal to impose a 20 percent transit fee on commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, saying Gulf nations will instead pursue new trade and investment agreements with the United States.
Farm Safety Net Getting Stronger
USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce says producers will soon begin seeing the benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Fordyce says higher reference prices and additional base acres will strengthen agriculture’s safety net. “With the increased…
Little Threat to Pollination in Northern Plains/Upper Midwest
When the heat index reaches the triple digits, questions arise about the impact on corn. Peterson Corn Product Manager Rick Swenson says most fields are just beginning to tassel, so the crop has not yet reached its most sensitive stage. “It’s…
Antitrust Allegations Levied
Bayer CropScience wants the federal courts to dismiss antitrust allegations made by the Latham seed company. Latham claimed Bayer used illegal licensing agreements to prevent seed companies from developing off-patent glyphosate-resistant seeds. In Monday’s filing with the court, Bayer officials…
Tour Builds Understanding of Modern Agriculture
Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen says the annual Minnesota State Cattle Tour continues to be one of the premier educational events of the state’s beef industry. Peterson said the tour allowed producers to see different production systems firsthand while sharing…
CRP Changes Sought
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association reviewed policy priorities during its summer business meeting in Denver. Agriculture and Food Policy Committee Chairman Jeff Schaefer, New Rockford, North Dakota, said one of the biggest discussions centered on the Conservation Reserve Program. “We…
NDCGA on Capitol Hill
North Dakota corn growers spent the week in Washington, D.C., helping shape National Corn Growers Association policy before meeting with members of Congress and federal officials. Gwinner farmer Adam Ladwig says year-round E15 remains a top priority, but growers are…
Priorities for New Wheat Varieties
University of Minnesota wheat breeder Jim Anderson says improving disease resistance remains one of the highest priorities when developing new wheat varieties. “Our emphasis has been on bacterial leaf streak and Fusarium head blight because those two can be the…
Ag Committee Tours Western MN
Members of the Minnesota Senate Agriculture Committee were in farm country this past week. Stops included a meeting with the Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers, Riverview Dairy, University of MInnesota-Morris and Dorrich Dairy. State Senator Rob Kupec says those conversations…
Poor Timing for Heat Wave
Despite this week’s extreme heat, most crops are holding up well in east-central North Dakota.”The one poor thing is with our canola; we just started blooming 100 percent right when this heat wave hit,” said Scott Huso, Ridgeline Farms. “Hot…
IDFA Hires New PAC Director
The International Dairy Foods Association announced that Elizabeth Demorest has joined the organization as director of PAC & political affairs. Most recently, Demorest was the associate director of political engagement for the American Academy of Dermatology Association.
A Transit Fee Reversal
President Trump has dropped his proposal to impose a 20 percent transit fee on commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, saying Gulf nations will instead pursue new trade and investment agreements with the United States.
Canola Minute
In the Canola Minute, Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman discusses the USDA acreage report and the impact on canola. Click here.
What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets
The grain markets have taken over the spotlight after a bullish USDA report and renewed geopolitical concerns, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson. Martinson says wheat has become the market leader as escalating conflict involving Russia, Ukraine…
Ceasefire Falls Apart
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified over the weekend, with both sides launching new attacks across the Middle East. The U.S. carried out multiple strikes against Iranian military targets after Iran attacked a container ship in the…
Russian Wheat Export Capability Hindered
Ukraine says a series of drone strikes has forced Russia to suspend shipping through the Sea of Azov, disrupting a key export route for oil, grain and other commodities. Ukrainian officials say dozens of vessels have been targeted in recent…
Aussie Canola Heading to China
China is giving Australia more access to its market for canola. China, who is the world’s largest canola importer, made trial purchases of Aussie canola in the past year. A broader import license is now available to expand that business.
More Access for Mexican Sugar in the U.S.
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement on sugar imports. With the deal, the U.S. will import up to 1.15 million metric tons of Mexican sugar for the 2026-2027 marketing year. That’s an increase of over 500 percent…
Tour Builds Understanding of Modern Agriculture
Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen says the annual Minnesota State Cattle Tour continues to be one of the premier educational events of the state’s beef industry. Peterson said the tour allowed producers to see different production systems firsthand while sharing…
CRP Changes Sought
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association reviewed policy priorities during its summer business meeting in Denver. Agriculture and Food Policy Committee Chairman Jeff Schaefer, New Rockford, North Dakota, said one of the biggest discussions centered on the Conservation Reserve Program. “We…
Priorities for New Wheat Varieties
University of Minnesota wheat breeder Jim Anderson says improving disease resistance remains one of the highest priorities when developing new wheat varieties. “Our emphasis has been on bacterial leaf streak and Fusarium head blight because those two can be the…
IDFA Hires New PAC Director
The International Dairy Foods Association announced that Elizabeth Demorest has joined the organization as director of PAC & political affairs. Most recently, Demorest was the associate director of political engagement for the American Academy of Dermatology Association.
Always Looking for New Ideas
A caravan of pickups traveled the back roads in North Dakota’s Nelson and Griggs counties Tuesday for the Plant Power Agriculture Crop Tour. The event highlighted field trials on everything from seed treatments to nitrogen efficiency. “When we became dealers…
Practical Information Shared at Beef Tour
The Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Summer Tour brought producers and industry partners together in southwest Minnesota for a day of education and networking. President-elect Rachel Gray said producers consistently leave the tour with practical ideas they can use on their…
Heat Blasting
The heat and uneven rainfall cause issues for canola. “If you’ve got canola blooming, we will start seeing what we call heat blasting; that’s where they won’t pollinate really,” said Kristie Sundeen, field agronomist, Pioneer. “They’ll bloom, the flowers will…
Poor Timing for Heat Wave
Despite this week’s extreme heat, most crops are holding up well in east-central North Dakota.”The one poor thing is with our canola; we just started blooming 100 percent right when this heat wave hit,” said Scott Huso, Ridgeline Farms. “Hot…
Always Looking for New Ideas
A caravan of pickups traveled the back roads in North Dakota’s Nelson and Griggs counties Tuesday for the Plant Power Agriculture Crop Tour. The event highlighted field trials on everything from seed treatments to nitrogen efficiency. “When we became dealers…
Beets Off to an Excellent Start
Despite extensive replanting, this year’s sugarbeet crop is progressing well. “We lost 30,000 to 35,000 acres to the wind and had to be replanted, but those are coming along really well,” said SES VanderHave Regional Sales Manager Nick Revier. “We’re…
Heat Takes a Toll on Crops
Extreme heat and warm overnight temperatures have stressed crops across the Northern Plains. Sean McCoy of McCoy Seed at Northwood, North Dakota, said the corn didn’t get the nighttime recovery they need. “I’m not used to it being 70-plus overnight;…
Heat Blasting
The heat and uneven rainfall cause issues for canola. “If you’ve got canola blooming, we will start seeing what we call heat blasting; that’s where they won’t pollinate really,” said Kristie Sundeen, field agronomist, Pioneer. “They’ll bloom, the flowers will…
Excellent Hay Quality
Twin Valley, Minnesota farmer Taylor Visser says this year’s hay crop is producing excellent quality forage, even if yields are running slightly below normal. Production is averaging about 2,500 pounds per acre compared to a typical 3,000 pounds, but Visser…
Optimism for EGF Crop
Near East Grand Forks, Matthew Krueger is happy with his crop. “The corn’s maybe not as uniform as I’d like it to be because of that cold stretch back in June, but everything seems to be catching up at this…
Tour Builds Understanding of Modern Agriculture
Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen says the annual Minnesota State Cattle Tour continues to be one of the premier educational events of the state’s beef industry. Peterson said the tour allowed producers to see different production systems firsthand while sharing…
CRP Changes Sought
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association reviewed policy priorities during its summer business meeting in Denver. Agriculture and Food Policy Committee Chairman Jeff Schaefer, New Rockford, North Dakota, said one of the biggest discussions centered on the Conservation Reserve Program. “We…
Reaching Consumers
North Dakota Beef Commission Chairman Joy Patten says one of the Beef Checkoff’s priorities includes reaching consumers with little connection to agriculture. Speaking from the Cattlemen’s Beef Board Summer Business Meeting in Denver, Patten highlighted the Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative.…
Practical Information Shared at Beef Tour
The Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association Summer Tour brought producers and industry partners together in southwest Minnesota for a day of education and networking. President-elect Rachel Gray said producers consistently leave the tour with practical ideas they can use on their…
NWS Influences Import Rules North of the Border
Canada is tightening livestock import rules because of the New World screwworm outbreak in Texas. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has suspended imports of cattle, bison, horses, sheep, goats, pigs and several other species from Texas. Animals from other states…
Region Well Represented on LMA Committees
The Livestock Marketing Association has announced its committee appointments for the 2026-2028 term following a record-setting annual convention in Deadwood, South Dakota. The new leadership will help guide the association’s policy and advocacy efforts on behalf of the livestock marketing…
Lamb Imports Under Federal Review
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has asked the U.S. International Trade Commission to investigate whether imported fresh, chilled and frozen lamb is causing serious injury to the domestic sheep industry. The move comes after lamb imports have increased more than…
Tour Builds Understanding of Modern Agriculture
Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen says the annual Minnesota State Cattle Tour continues to be one of the premier educational events of the state’s beef industry. Peterson said the tour allowed producers to see different production systems firsthand while sharing…
CRP Changes Sought
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association reviewed policy priorities during its summer business meeting in Denver. Agriculture and Food Policy Committee Chairman Jeff Schaefer, New Rockford, North Dakota, said one of the biggest discussions centered on the Conservation Reserve Program. “We…
NDCGA on Capitol Hill
North Dakota corn growers spent the week in Washington, D.C., helping shape National Corn Growers Association policy before meeting with members of Congress and federal officials. Gwinner farmer Adam Ladwig says year-round E15 remains a top priority, but growers are…
Ag Committee Tours Western MN
Members of the Minnesota Senate Agriculture Committee were in farm country this past week. Stops included a meeting with the Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers, Riverview Dairy, University of MInnesota-Morris and Dorrich Dairy. State Senator Rob Kupec says those conversations…
Senate Farm Bill Work Continues
Congress is back in session, and Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman is reviewing feedback on his proposed farm bill. Boozman says Senate Majority Leader John Thune remains committed to bringing the legislation to the Senate floor after lawmakers have…
Farm Safety Net Getting Stronger
USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce says producers will soon begin seeing the benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Fordyce says higher reference prices and additional base acres will strengthen agriculture’s safety net. “With the increased…
ND Dairy Project Faces Legal Challenge
The Riverview dairy project at Hillsboro, North Dakota, is facing a legal challenge from the Dakota Resource Council. The environmental group, Food and Water Watch, is representing DRC in this action. They claim the state did not provide an adequate…
