ASTA Hires New Communications Manager
Kaitlin Carpenter is the new marketing and communications manager for the American Seed Trade Association. Previously, Carpenter worked for Farm Bureau in California.
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Career Moves Made at USGC
The U.S. Grains Council has named Bryan Jernigan as its director of communications. Previously, Jernigan worked for the National Association of Federally Impacted Schools and the Sugar Association. Jernigan succeeds Melissa Kessler, who has been promoted to USGC’s director of…
Bernstein Moves to D.C. Public Affairs Firm
North Dakota Senator John Hoeven’s former chief of staff has joined the Washington, D.C. consulting firm, McGuireWoods Consulting. As a senior vice president Ryan Bernstein will focus on agriculture and energy issues. Previously, Bernstein served as a senior advisor to…
SDSU Financial Officer Announces Retirement
South Dakota State University vice president of business and finance Wesley Tschetter is retiring. Tschetter had been with SDSU for 36 years and his retirement takes effect in June.
USSEC Leader Prepares for China Trip
Trade disruptions impact markets. U.S. Soybean Export Council Vice President Monte Peterson, who farms at Valley City, North Dakota, says there is time to find a solution. "There's a comment period on Section 301/intellectual property. So these tariffs do not…
Hopeful for a Positive Trade Resolution
The Chinese are saying the potential soybean tariffs are based on steps taken by the Trump Administration. China is the buyer for more than 60 percent of the total U.S. soybean exports. American Soybean Association Treasurer Bill Gordon is hopeful…
Plan the Work, Work the Plan
Farmers are anxious to get into the field for spring planting. NorthStar Genetics soybean production manager Alan Muhs is urging patience. "Don't rush through the planting season. Execute the plan you've made and many times that'll help put a few…
Prepping for a Successful Beet Crop
Cold weather continues to hamper any ideas of field work in the Northern Plains. American Crystal Sugar Company General Agronomist Tyler Grove says the cold temperatures are good for storing sugarbeets, but beet growers would like to get started in…
Variety Selection is Critical
The seed decision is critically important for all farmers. WestBred Regional Manager Troy Sayler says the variety decision is the foundation for a successful crop. "Farmers put a lot of diligence into selecting corn and soybean varieties and that should…
Monsanto Q2 Net Profits Strong
Monsanto is reporting second quarter net profits of $1.4 billion. That’s an increase from $1.3 billion last year. Net sales totaled $5 billion, down slightly from one year ago. Monsanto’s purchase by Bayer is expected to be finalized later this…
