Ag Business Articles
Corteva Exec Picked for USDA Undersecretary Post
Published July 17, 2018
President Donald Trump has nominated Scott Hutchins to be the USDA undersecretary for research, education and economics. Hutchins is the global leader of integrated field sciences for Corteva Agriscience. Hutchins is an entomologist who also serves as an adjunct professor…SD Corn Comments
Published July 16, 2018
Hear more about new leadership at the Environmental Protection Agency in this week’s Corn Comments, an update from the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council.Bratland Appointed President of Legend Seeds
Published July 16, 2018
Effective August 1, Tim Bratland will be the president of Legend Seeds. Bratland’s appointment is part of an executive transition that includes President Glen Davis’ move into the role of CEO. Davis is the only other individual to serve as…engAGe: Marketing 101
Published July 16, 2018
AgCountry Farm Credit Services Marketing Education Specialist Katie Miller works with loan officers, also farmers and ranchers on managing risk and making good marketing decisions. Having a plan is important, especially in times of trade uncertainty. "I really feel if everyone's…UM President Announces Plans to Step Down
Published July 16, 2018
University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler has announced his decision to step down from that role in July of 2019. Kaler plans to work as president emeritus for one year. After taking a sabbatical, Kaler will take a faculty position…Farm Lenders Preparing for Trade Uncertainty
Published July 16, 2018
Farm lenders are preparing to deal with trade uncertainty this fall. Barry Hanson, Executive Vice President, United Valley Bank, believes calmer heads will prevail. "I think China needs us. Maybe I'm just being naive and hopeful, but I think it…AURI Update
Published July 13, 2018
In this update from the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute, learn more about Farmfest. Be sure to stop by booth #612 to see some of the latest developments in food, co-products renewable energy and bio-based products.Cargill Releases 4Q and Year-end Financials
Published July 13, 2018
Cargill is reporting net earnings for 2018 of $3.1 billion. That’s up nine percent from last year. For the fourth quarter, net earnings totaled $711 million, more than double last year’s $347 million. Cargill’s animal nutrition and protein segments were…Optimism Seen for Those in Ag Education
Published July 12, 2018
With a tight farm economy, there is a need for affordable farm management assistance. Brian Boomgaarden and other adult farm business management instructors provide that support. "Cash flow and working capital are big things. With the downturn in the farm…