Ag Business Articles
A New Name for NDSU Extension
Published May 2, 2018
In response to a recent review by the State Board of Agricultural Research and Education, the name and mission for Extension was updated. The North Dakota State University Extension Service is now known as NDSU Extension, with the new motto…Rinker Joins AFIA
Published May 2, 2018
Bridget Rinker is the new development assistant for the American Feed Industry Association. Rinker will support AFIA President and CEO Joel Newman by managing programs and communications, as well as support the Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Previously, Rinker…Syngenta Lawsuit Info to be Released May 11
Published May 2, 2018
Corn farmers who are eligible for payments from Syngenta’s legal settlement will begin receiving official notices May 11. Those same farmers have until October 12 to file claims. This lawsuit deals with Syngenta’s release of the Viptera and Agrisure corn…Deere Introduces New Tillage Tool
Published May 1, 2018
Deere and Company has introduced new tillage and nutrient application equipment. The 2430 Chisel Plow and 2430C Nutrient Applicator includes TruSet precision depth control. This system allows operators to have on-the-go, in-cab shank depth control.Rail Freight Activity Increases
Published May 1, 2018
U.S. railroad intermodal traffic increased 6.5 percent in March, making it the best March in history for freight movement. The Association of American Railroads says that pace accelerated during the month of April. Railroads are getting a boost from the…ADM Releases 1Q Financials
Published May 1, 2018
Archer Daniels Midland is reporting quarterly net income of $393 million. That’s up from $339 million one year ago. ADM’s oilseed business improved with the company breaking new soybean crush volume records in North America and South America.Filling Key USDA Positions
Published April 30, 2018
It’s taken time to get key positions filled at USDA. Undersecretary for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services, Bill Northey, understands all too well. Northey’s been in his role for just seven weeks. It took him about four months to get…Titan Machinery Purchases Two Companies
Published April 30, 2018
Fargo, North Dakota-based Titan Machinery says it has entered into an agreement to purchase two German companies which consists of four Case IH dealerships in Germany. The terms of the deal have not been disclosed, but the deal is expected…No Changes Expected in Fed Meeting
Published April 30, 2018
Federal Reserve officials will meet this week and are expected to make no changes to interest rates. The Fed has indicated two more rate increases will be seen this year, but that will likely depend on the level of inflation…