Ag Business Articles
Sherven Elected to CHS Board
Published December 10, 2024
Steve Fritel of Barton, North Dakota retired from the CHS Board of Directors. Trent Sherven of Ryder, North Dakota was elected to represent Region 7 on the board. In addition, David Kayser of Alexandria, South Dakota was among the board…Marketing Assistance Available for Specialty Crop Growers
Published December 10, 2024
The Farm Service Agency is now accepting applications from specialty crop producers for marketing assistance. The $2 billion in support was announced in November. A variety of special crop producers are eligible for funding, including farmers in this region growing…Xi to Boost Economy
Published December 10, 2024
China is loosening its monetary policy to deal with deflation and a weak economy. The policy shifts are expected to include fewer restrictions on homebuying and increase government spending to boost domestic demand. At the Chinese Communist Party's annual economic…Yara Delivers Its First Green Amonia Product in Brazil
Published December 10, 2024
The fertilizer company, Yara, has started the production of green ammonia fertilizer in Brazil. The ammonia is created from purified renewable biogas made from sugarcane waste. This product reportedly reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 75 percent.Broad Spectrum Weed and Grass Control
Published December 9, 2024
Many crop input decisions are being made earlier and earlier. "Growers are already making decisions on their seed and their potential insecticide and herbicide choices even before they finish harvesting the previous crops," explained AMVAC Marketing Manager Wen Carter. Carter is excited…The Gateway to Trade With Africa
Published December 9, 2024
USDA hosted its first-ever trade mission to Morocco this past week. Nearly 50 agribusiness companies and farm organizations, and 14 state departments of agriculture were on the trip. North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring participated. Morocco is the second-largest export market…Grisafi Joins Nesvick Trading Group
Published December 9, 2024
Veteran commodity broker Tommy Grisafi has joined Nesvick Trading Group as an associated person. Grisafi, the founder and owner of Ag Bull Media LLC, has 30-plus years of experience in commodity trading, risk management, and market education. For the past…Automation is the Hurdle for Labor Negotiations
Published December 9, 2024
Negotiations between the U.S. Maritime Alliance and the International Longshoremen’s Association have stalled, impacting 36 East Coast and Gulf ports. The point of contention is the role of automation. An October strike lasted 72 hours. At that time, both sides…National Milk Testing Strategy Announced
Published December 9, 2024
USDA has issued a federal order, requiring raw, unpasteurized milk samples to be collected nationwide and tested for H5N1. The first testing will happen at dairy processing plants. Six states are included in the first round of testing, California, Colorado,…