Ag Business Articles
Bushel Announces $7 Million Investment
Published May 11, 2018
The grain industry software platform, Bushel, has announced a $7 million private investment round to accelerate its growth. Nearly a year ago, the Fargo-based firm launched with ten pilot locations in North Dakota. Today, Bushel is available to over 400…Adjustments Seen in Seed Industry
Published May 10, 2018
With the combination of Dow and DuPont, changes are being seen in the seed industry. Corteva Agriscience, which is the agriculture division for DowDuPont, has announced Pioneer will remain the flagship seed brand for the company. The U.S. retail channel,…Infrastructure Bill Not Expected in ’18
Published May 10, 2018
Congress is not expected to move a standalone infrastructure bill before the midterm elections. When asked, White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders downplayed hope for an infrastructure bill, but said funding for some infrastructure priorities has been inserted into…Corteva Agriscience Announces Multi-Channel, Multi-Brand Seed Strategy
Published May 9, 2018
Corteva Agriscience, which is the agriculture division of DowDuPont, has announced its new U.S. seed strategy. Pioneer will remain the company’s flagship seed brand. Five regional brands will continue with an expanded portfolio. Those regional brands are Dairyland Seed, NuTech,…Time Needed to Repair Key Rosario Port Terminal
Published May 9, 2018
The Argentine port terminal that was damaged last month may not be back in operation for another year-and-a-half. A cargo ship collided with a dock in the port city of Rosario, causing serious damage. Argentina is the world’s largest exporter…AgCentric Expands the Reach of Ag Education
Published May 9, 2018
AgCentric is expanding to include St. Cloud Community and Technical College. "This is really an opportunity for us to grow," said Keith Olander, director, AgCentric. AgCentric was formed four years ago by Central Lakes College in Staples and Brainerd, Northland…CHS Insurance Sold to USI Insurance Services
Published May 9, 2018
A New York-based company, USI Insurance Services, has finalized its acquisition of CHS Insurance. CHS Insurance was formerly known as Ag States Group and was part of the cooperative, CHS Inc. CHS Insurance provided insurance to farm cooperatives throughout the…Trump and Xi Discuss Trade
Published May 9, 2018
Trade was on the agenda when President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping talked by phone Tuesday. In a statement, the White House said Trump is committed to having a trade relationship with China that is balanced and benefits…Farm Credit Loan Volume Up
Published May 8, 2018
Combined net income for the Farm Credit System increased 1.8 percent to $1.27 billion for the first quarter of 2018. Net interest income was $2 billion for the first quarter of 2018, compared to $1.9 billion for the first quarter…