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Sommers Joins FFA Foundation Staff
Published April 6, 2018
The Minnesota FFA Foundation has announced the hiring of Amanda Sommers of Waseca as a program coordinator. Sommers previously worked for the University of Minnesota Extension as a 4-H program coordinator.Pellman and Kjelland Elected to Wheat Commission
Published April 6, 2018
Two North Dakota wheat farmers have been elected to the North Dakota Wheat Commission. Jim Pellman of McClusky and Aaron Kjelland of Park River will begin their official duties on July 1. Pellman and Kjelland succeed David Clough of Fessenden…ASTA Hires New Communications Manager
Published April 6, 2018
Kaitlin Carpenter is the new marketing and communications manager for the American Seed Trade Association. Previously, Carpenter worked for Farm Bureau in California.Career Moves Made at USGC
Published April 6, 2018
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
Published April 6, 2018
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
Published April 6, 2018
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
Published April 5, 2018
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
Published April 5, 2018
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
Published April 5, 2018
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…