Growing Harvest Ag Network: Recent Episodes
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Sarah Heinrich is both a rancher and a broadcaster for The Ag News Leader, KFGO & the Growing Harvest Ag Network. She’s the former KX-TV, Bismarck, Ag Director and the niece of another legendary North Dakota Ag Director, Al Gustin. She leads the KFGO 790-AM team as Farm & Ranch Director. Also part of the team is Farm and Ranch Reporter Sam Halstengard.
USDA August Crop Production Reports and World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates are scheduled for release Wednesday, August 12th at Noon Eastern Time.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is reminding farmers that deadlines to purchase or make changes to crop insurance coverage for fall-planted crops are approaching.
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Farmers and ranchers have experienced firsthand the ever-increasing value of farmland, and new analysis lays those numbers out. Danny Munch, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says prices have hit record highs, despite a cooling rate of price increases.
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The U.S. trade deficit declined in June but remains only slightly below levels seen before President Donald Trump returned to office. According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the trade gap narrowed more than five percent from May to $73.3 billion.
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While tariff policy has shifted repeatedly over the past year, economists at the Minneapolis Federal Reserve say the U.S. is now operating under a more stable level of trade restrictions than before.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share the week's top stories in agriculture.
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The Farm Credit System reported net income of $2.2 billion for the second quarter of 2026, up from $1.9 billion during the same period last year.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and precipitation is forecasted for most of the nation for the period of August 11 -17.
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New survey results show the rural economy continues to struggle, with weak commodity prices, rising input costs, and ongoing uncertainty surrounding trade policy weighing heavily on farmers and ranchers.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Jeff Gale, NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Foster County in central North Dakota. Gale discusses the impact the lack of rain is having on this year’s crops in the Carrington area.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey offers spring wheat harvest progress by state, and national crop condition numbers as of August 2.
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American Farmland Trust has launched its 18th annual America’s Farmers Market Celebration, a nationwide campaign designed to recognize farmers markets and their contributions to local agriculture, communities and small businesses.
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The USDA is reminding landowners to review newly assigned base acres before the August 31 deadline, following a historic expansion of the farm safety net.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Monica Fitterer, NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent in Kidder County. Fitterer provides a moisture and crop update from the central part of the state.
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U.S. bison now has duty-free access to the EU under a 3,000 metric ton quota. Jim Matheson, the executive director of the National Bison Association, says the industry has been building demand in the EU for decades.
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Superior Livestock Auction Auctioneer Trent Stewart says strong demand and fundamental market support continue to drive impressive prices.
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While the rapid increases in farmland values have slowed, the cost of buying farmland is still creating hurdles for producers looking to expand or for young farmers trying to get their start. Julia Freedgood, program advisor with American Farmland Trust, says prices may be stabilizing, but affordability remains a challenge.
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Senate negotiators are expected to add language authorizing year-round nationwide sales of E15 gasoline to an updated farm bill draft, marking a shift from an earlier proposal that omitted the measure despite strong support from corn growers and the ethanol industry.
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USDA plans to resume imports of Mexican cattle on Aug. 24, a move welcomed by feedlots and meat processors but viewed cautiously by some ranchers concerned about the spread of New World screwworm.
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What does USDA's latest edition of its Land Values report reflect regarding values of agricultural properties? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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We visit with the Barnes County NDSU Extension intern about her summer learning more about what extension agents do on a daily basis.
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Despite areas of drought across the region, John Sandbakken with the National Sunflower Association says the sunflower crop has been doing quite well.
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Consumer demand is reshaping the dairy industry, and the biggest growth isn't coming from traditional products like cheese and butter. Instead, processors are investing heavily in high-protein milk, yogurt, and other dairy products as demand continues to climb. Market analyst Shawn Hackett says one of the biggest drivers in the dairy industry is the rapid adoption of GLP-1 weight-loss medications, which are changing how consumers eat.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture.
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Cattle producers short on pasture and hay may have an unusual feed option: grazing standing corn. University of Nebraska Extension Educator Aaron Berger says drought and wildfires have left panhandle producers looking for ways to stretch feed supplies.
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USDA is reminding farmers and ranchers that deadlines are approaching for several programs designed to help offset higher input costs, recover from disasters, and strengthen financial protection.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a rule that would eliminate diesel exhaust fluid, or DEF, derate requirements on certain diesel-powered equipment.
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Senate Agriculture Committee Democrats are warning that a proposed reorganization of USDA’s Rural Development mission area could limit access to critical programs in rural America.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Carson Klosterman serves as Chairman of the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. We caught up with Carson while in Milwaukee at the U.S. Grains Council and BioProducts Annual Board of Delegates Meeting.
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The USDA’s July Food Price Outlook said food prices will rise 3.1 percent this year. Food-at-home prices will rise by 2.7 percent, while the food-away-from-home category will climb 3.5 percent.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Brian Leier serves as President of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association. Leier discusses his recent trip to Washington D.C. for Corn Congress, as well as the need for rain in the Emmons County area.
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U.S. pork exports to Japan have rebounded impressively this year. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom discusses some of the factors driving this increase in demand.
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The United Soybean Board has approved a $122.5 million budget for fiscal year 2027, investing soybean checkoff dollars to expand markets and strengthen demand for U.S. soy. The farmer-led board says funding will support research, promotion, and education across food, feed, renewable fuels, industrial products, exports, and sustainable production.
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What were some of the notable adjustments year over year in USDA's latest look at farm expenditures? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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The 2018 Farm Bill has been extended through September 30th of 2026. Matt Perdue with the North Dakota Farmers Union discusses the need for an updated Farm Bill for farm country.
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Richard and Linda Offerdahl have given 3 million dollars to advance the research led by NDSU scientist Barney Geddes that is focused on biological nitrogen fixation in cereal crops. We visit with Joe and Norma Peltier VP for Agriculture Greg Lardy about the significance of this donation.
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USDA is making $3 million available to help develop wetland mitigation banks that give farmers and ranchers another option for meeting federal wetland conservation requirements.
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USDA livestock analyst Anthony Fischer looks at heifer placement in cattle feedlots in USDA's July Cattle on Feed report, and what this may mean.
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NDSU Extension Entomologist Janet Knodel offers some advice for sunflower growers when out scouting fields.
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U.S. farmers continue to grapple with elevated machinery costs despite recent changes in trade policy that have reduced tariffs on some imported equipment. Equipment dealers and farm organizations say prices for tractors, combines and replacement parts remain significantly above pre-pandemic levels due to higher manufacturing costs, supply chain disruptions and increased labor expenses.
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Five wheat milling executives from Peru spent the last few days of June in the Pierre, Fort Pierre, and Gettysburg areas of South Dakota touring wheat fields, farms, and grain facilities to see firsthand how wheat is grown in the United States.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and mixed precipitation is expected across the country for the period of July 28 - August 3.
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Lawmakers and farm groups are renewing calls for additional federal assistance as low crop prices and elevated production costs continue to pressure farm incomes across the United States.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Extension Entomologist Janet Knodel. Knodel shares with listeners some of the pests they are finding in North Dakota fields, as well as what producers should be watching for when scouting fields.
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A prolonged heat wave across parts of the Midwest and northern Plains is worsening pasture conditions and increasing stress on cattle producers already dealing with drought and historically tight cattle supplies.
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Farmers and ranchers are continuing to struggle with a difficult farm economy. Faith Parum, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the latest estimates show shortfalls in the billions.
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Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Under Secretary Richard Fordyce explains improved provisions for USDA's Livestock Indemnity Program as part of the Working Families Tax Cut Act.
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World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski goes over USDA's latest look at 2026 and 2027 pork production forecasts.
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According to Statistics Canada data, Canadian farmers planted 76,500 acres of sunflowers this spring, which is up 1 percent from 2025.
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Higher food prices continue to change the way Americans shop, according to a new report from CoBank's Knowledge Exchange.
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Dr. Patrick Webb, assistant chief veterinarian with the National Pork Board, said the threat of detecting a foreign and emerging animal disease in the U.S. underscores the importance of ensuring producers have the documentation tools and preparedness plans to prevent, detect, and quickly respond, if needed.
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A new report finds many U.S. farms are unprepared for growing operational risks ranging from cyberattacks and supply chain disruptions to extreme weather and animal disease. New research from Nationwide finds that 65 percent of U.S. farmers lack a written risk management plan.
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The USDA is accepting applications through July 27 for its Agribusiness Trade Mission to Vietnam, scheduled for November 9-12.
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Regenerative agriculture continues to gain momentum across the country, with USDA reporting that nearly 40 million acres were managed using USDA-supported regenerative practices in fiscal year 2023.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a mix of temperatures and above normal precipitation is forecasted for the period of July 21 – 27.
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The recent July WASDE Report lowered global wheat production and tightened ending stocks. Rich Nelson, the chief strategist with Allendale, said the market appears to be pricing that into the balance sheet.
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Brazil, the top global competitor to U.S. corn and soybeans, just wrapped up another huge harvest, but the next crop will be planted against some strong market and weather headwinds.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture.
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Combine sales posted modest gains in June, while tractor sales continued to decline, according to the latest numbers from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. U.S. combine sales increased 3.9 percent from a year ago, while Canadian combine sales jumped 14.2 percent.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Plant Pathologist Andrew Friskop. Friskop visits with listeners about what he's seeing in wheat fields across the state, as well as what corn farmers should be watching for when scouting fields.
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Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce explains the Strengthening Processing for U.S. Ranchers (SPUR) program. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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Tightening domestic corn supplies and extreme heat in some European corn producing nations are among the news of note within USDA's latest corn outlook. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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The American Farm Bureau is looking for the next Farm Dog of the Year.
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When it comes to the separate and cook aspects of food safety, what are some applicable tips in smoking meats and preventing foodborne bacteria? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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This Farm Talk segment features Adam Ladwig. Ladwig serves as Secretary/Treasurer of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association. Ladwig traveled to Washington D.C. this week for Corn Congress.
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Finding enough large-animal veterinarians is becoming more and more of a challenge across farm country, regardless of state.
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North Dakota State University Extension and the University of Minnesota Extension have partnered with the Livestock Marketing Information Center to provide a sheep and goat market outlook webinar. The webinar begins this evening at 7 p.m. CDT.
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The USDA’s June Acreage Report showed minor shifts in planting, with fewer corn acres and more soybeans planted. Faith Parum, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, said farmers planted less wheat too.
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Exports of U.S. beef and pork were held back in May by key access issues, according to U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom, starting with beef plant suspensions in China.
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Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics Scott Hutchins explains the four levels associated with grant funding now available for land grant universities to expand and modernize ag research facilities.
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The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, negotiated during the first Trump administration, has officially entered its six-year renewal period.
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The CME Group announced the launch of its global price benchmark, called the Agriculture Index.
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U.S. beef has a big opportunity to move more products into South Korea.
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U.S. ethanol exports rebounded in May, climbing 11 percent from April to 189.7 million gallons as demand strengthened across several key international markets. Canada remained the top customer, with imports rising 18 percent to a six-month high of 76.3 million gallons.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Crops Economist Frayne Olson. Olson has the details on the latest WASDE Report from USDA.
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Some meteorologists are concerned that the El Niño weather pattern now in effect could have some negative long-term results. Jon Porter, Chief meteorologist with AccuWeather, says conditions are ripe for what he calls a “mini Dust Bowl”.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture.
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Runoff into the Missouri River Basin remains well below normal, prompting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to shorten this year's navigation season.
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This summer, CommonGround ND volunteers will be at farmers markets across the state serving free iced lattes to start conversations about agriculture, crop protection, sustainability, and how farmers make decisions on their farms. The message behind “Not a Latte” is that it doesn’t take a lot to protect our crops. We visited with volunteer Kaysie Wagner about the events.
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The USDA has accepted 2.2 million acres into the 2026 Conservation Reserve Program, providing farmers and landowners with conservation payments while protecting soil, water, and wildlife habitat.
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A new report from the National Corn Growers Association shows U.S. growers often pay more for major seed and crop inputs than their Brazilian competitors, in some cases, double the price.
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Meteorologist Brad Rippey offers the latest USDA Crop Progress and Condition Report for our country's spring wheat crop.
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America’s corn farmers generated an estimated $142 billion in economic activity in 2025, according to a new study from the National Corn Growers Association.
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Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce discusses aspects of a new Farm Service Agency pilot program focused on modernizing acreage reporting.
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Driving pork demand and swine health remain top priorities for newly-elected National Pork Board President Chad Groves. He says the “Taste What Pork Can Do® campaign is helping position pork as a protein of choice for today’s consumers, and acknowledges the industry’s commitment to the turning point in swine health.
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USDA food safety expert Meredith Carothers says a food thermometer, not inner color, is the key to knowing if meat has reached a safe internal temperature during cooking.
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Pig farmers participating in the Pork Cares Farm Impact Report program securely provide data and receive a personalized on-farm report with in-barn and in-field metrics.
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Phase Four of the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program is underway with funding applications being accepted through early August. Rural Business Cooperative Service Acting Administrator Victoria Collin explains the objectives of USDA's Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program.
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The USDA and the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture have launched the American Farm Legacy 250 Program, a new national effort recognizing multi-generational farm families that have helped shape American agriculture.
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Exports of kernel are down 31% from a year ago, from 2,164 metric tons to 1,491 metric tons from October 2025 to April 2026. Canada remains the top importer of U.S. sunflower kernel.
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What can cattle producers do to keep their livestock cool in the middle of extreme heat events and avoid heat stress? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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Following a recent pseudorabies finding, Mexico closed its border to U.S. pork offal for more than a month, costing the U.S. industry about $7 million per week in exports.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the top stories in agriculture for July 5th, 2026.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Extension Horticulturist Tom Kalb. Kalb discusses natural insecticides for gardeners.
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Triple A predicts about 61 million people will travel by car during the Fourth of July weekend. American drivers could collectively save more than $21 million this Independence Day weekend if they fill up with E15.
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Backyard cooks should remember temperature, both internal temperature for cooked meats and how hot it is outside, when conducting Independence Day cookouts or during any hot summer day. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Ben Bakko of Walcott serves on the North Dakota Corn Growers Association's board of directors, as well as on the U.S. Grains Trade Policy team. Bakko explains the importance of USMCA to the corn industry.
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The Trump administration is temporarily suspending countervailing duties on certain imported phosphate fertilizers, a move USDA says could significantly reduce fertilizer costs for American farmers.
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At the Governor’s Agricultural Summit in Pierre, South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden said the state is “doubling down” on supporting value-added agriculture.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service estimated 95.3 million acres of corn planted in the U.S. for 2026, down 3%from last year, according to the Acreage report. Soybean area planted is estimated at 85.4 million acres, up 5%from last year.
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A “Super El Niño” has been a topic of conversation in weather forecasts for some time. Chad Merrill, senior meteorologist at AccuWeather, said El Niño arrived earlier this month.
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Cattle are spending more days than usual on feed, resulting in heavier weights at marketing. Dr. Derrell Peel, the extension livestock marketing specialist at Oklahoma State University, said those heavier weights are having an impact.
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Patrick DeHaan with Gasbuddy.com says while there is concern the tariffs against Canada and Mexico will return, the more pressing concern is economic weakness in China.
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It’s Valentines Day. And if you are still looking for that last minute gift idea Lynnette Allen of University of Kentucky Extension talks about some food gift ideas for your Valentine that are healthier alternatives to the usual fare of chocolates and sweets.
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The farm bill, the president’s tariffs, and government restructuring dominated a House Ag hearing on the “Economic Crisis in Farm Country.”
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Several parts of the country this week will experience winter conditions, either in the form of heavy snows or bitter cold. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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The USDA’s February World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report says the 2024-2025 U.S. corn supply and use outlook is unchanged from last month. The biggest change took place in global corn production, which is forecast to drop 1.8 million tons to 1.492 billion.
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The USDA’s February World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report says the 2024-2025 U.S. corn supply and use outlook is unchanged from last month.
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While South America is expected to produce large crops of corn and soybeans, it’s not without challenges.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association set the organization’s 2025 policy priorities at CattleCon 2025. The focus will be on engaging with the Trump administration and Congress to expand opportunities for producer profitability.
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National Farmers Union announced its support of the American Beef Labeling Act, which was introduced by Senators John Thune (R-SD) and Cory Booker (D-NJ). The legislation will codify mandatory country-of-origin labeling, or MCOOL, for beef sold in the U.S., distinguishing American-produced products in grocery stores.
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USDA economist James Kaufman explains what drove a year-over-year increase in agricultural imports in 2024.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Karl Hoppe. Hoppe is a Beef Specialist at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center. Hoppe talks more about feeding and backgrounding cattle in North Dakota.
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Diversification in export markets paid off for U.S. pork in 2024 when pork exports set records in both volume and value.
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National Ag Day is scheduled for March 18, 2025. It’s a day to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by U.S. farmers and ranchers.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says colder and stormier weather is expected for much of the country during the period of February 10 - 16.
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Cassandra Kuball, vice president of the Torrey Advisory Group, says it’s important to keep the pressure on legislators to get that work done.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich bring you audio from the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo this past week, an update on the nation's cattle herd from the NCBA's annual convention - CattleCon 2025, and a preview of NDSU's Little "I" Livestock Show coming next weekend.
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Dr. Ron Heiniger is an extension corn specialist at North Carolina State University. He believes corn planted acres will be down this year.
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February 20 is the tenth annual Give FFA Day during National FFA Week.
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February 20 is the tenth annual Give FFA Day during National FFA Week. The day is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of over a million FFA members across the country and growing the next generation of leaders who will change the world.
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U.S. farmers retained their post-election optimistic outlook at the start of 2025 as the January Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Index rose five points above December to 141.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Chloe Drummond who leads the North Dakota 4-H Foundation. Drummond talks more about Giving Hearts Day and how you can support the North Dakota 4-H Foundation.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association recognized seven of the nation’s top cattle operations during CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio as Environmental Stewardship Award Program Regional winners for their conservation efforts.
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Rod Larew, president of the National Farmers Union, says consolidation is impacting the farming community.
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South Dakota State University Extension is inviting swine producers to join this year’s SowBridge, the online educational series provided by the Iowa Pork Industry Center at Iowa State University.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is conducting the Cash Rents and Leases survey.
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High beef prices mean it’s important to protect your investment.
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The corn, wheat and soybean markets aren’t where they were a year ago. The average price received by farmers for corn during December 2024 in Minnesota was $4.22 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report.
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Bird flu is forcing farmers to slaughter millions of chickens a month, pushing U.S. egg prices to more than double their cost in the summer of 2023.
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USDA’s first Cattle Inventory report for 2025 reflects a year over year decrease, but what might that mean for the cattle market in coming months? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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The National Chicken Council released its annual Chicken Wing Report, projecting Americans will consume 1.47 billion chicken wings while watching the Chiefs and Eagles battle for the Lombardi Trophy.
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The January 2025 Rural Mainstreet Index fell below growth neutral for the 16th time in the past 17 months. For the eighth time in the past nine months, farmland prices took a tumble.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over the latest drought coverage map for crops and commodities in drought for the period ending January 28.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich bring you coverage from the North Dakota Livestock Alliance's annual Livestock Summit at the Fargo Holiday Inn this past week, Sarah visits with Rachel Gibbs, NDSU Extension's new livestock specialist for ruminant system management based at the Hettinger Research Extension Center, and Rusty shares a sit-down feature interview with the new Director of the Northern Crops Institute, David Boehm.
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Rachel Gibbs, NDSU Extension Ruminant Systems Management Specialist, at the Hettinger Research Extension Center has some tips for keeping your calves healthy this calving season.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a mixed bag of temperatures nationwide coupled with above normal precipitation for much of the country makes up the weather forecast for the period of February 4 - 10.
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The U.S. Meat Export Federation says that while the political turmoil has further weakened Korea’s currency, consumers are largely unfazed by the situation, and it has not affected demand for U.S. red meat.
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Much of the country will close this month with milder weather conditions in what has been a colder-than-normal January. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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The USDA says if you’re hosting a Super Bowl party this year, keep food safety in your playbook to ensure that bacteria doesn’t run out the clock.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Rachel Gibbs. Gibbs serves as a NDSU Extension Ruminant Systems Management Specialist at the Hettinger Research Extension Center. She offers ranchers some advice as they prepare for calving season.
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Egg prices at the consumer level continue to rise as reflected in month-over-month, and year-over-year, comparisons per USDA’s latest Food Price Outlook. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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USDA economist Megan Sweitzer discusses the forecast for grocery prices overall for this year.
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USDA livestock analyst Mike McConnell looks at trends associated with heifer placement in feedlots, per the January Cattle On Feed Report.
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Ethanol output rose during the seven days ending on January 17 as inventories climbed to their highest level in nine months.
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On January 15, the USDA provided some technical guidelines on what farmers could do with their climate-smart practices to improve their tax credit scores for biofuel producers.
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The nominee for Agriculture Secretary and lawmakers Thursday discussed the development of a new Farm Bill during this session of Congress. Rod Bain with USDA has that story.
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First, there were claims that potatoes weren’t vegetables. And now, certain advocacy groups have shifted their efforts and instead want potatoes categorized with grains.
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Enrollment is now open for producers for Agricultural Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage for crop year 2025. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes near to above normal temperatures and precipitation across much of the nation for the period of January 28 to February 3.
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A recent poll asked farmers where they plan to cut costs. Equipment purchases topped the list, but farmers also plan to scale back on fertilizer rates, use more generic products and reduce tillage or field passes.
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It’s another edition of Auction Talk with Steffes Group!
Steffes Group Director of Real Estate Max Steffes evaluates regional North Dakota land value trends over the past decade or so, machinery sales trends in 2024, and also provides an update on where we may be headed in land values and machinery prices for 2025 and beyond.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the past week's top stories in agriculture.
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Farmers across the nation are looking at ways to save money.
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Cargill has agreed to pay $32.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit that accuses the meatpacking giant of conspiring with other companies to artificially raise the price of turkeys.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Blaine Novak, Recruitment Coordinator at NDSU. Novak welcomes high school students to CAFSNR Visit Day taking place on March 1.
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While U.S. cattle farmers and ranchers have seen high prices for their livestock, that does translate to increased cost for the consumer. Bernt Nelson, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says several upcoming reports will tell us if that trend will continue into 2025.
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I had the opportunity to visit with North Dakota Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring about the current state of the ag economy.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey points out that 2024 takes the place of the Dust Bowl era’s 1934 on the list of the top ten all-time warmest years.
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Alex Turner of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service explains efforts over the past year to monitor and mitigate a strain of H5N1 Highly Pathogenic Avian Flu found in milk samples in dairy cattle.
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World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses 2025 beef production forecasts for the January outlook and how that compares to projections from December.
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The second annual Urban Ag Conference will be held February 22 at St. Paul College.
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Where is the farmland market headed early in the new year? Dr. Bruce Sherrick, a professor of farmland economics at the University of Illinois, has details.
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Foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land remains a widely debated topic.
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USDA and the Food and Drug Administration is accepting public comment through February 1st on how consumers perceive food date labels, and how they may impact food loss and waste. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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What’s ahead in farming and ranching for 2025? George Baird of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers starts by looking back at what happened in 2024.
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Karl Hoppe, NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist at the CREC, talks more about the differences in silage depending on the moisture content.
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A new Minnesota Department of Agriculture grant opportunity is available for farmers’ market associations to help support nutrition assistance programs at the markets.
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The January Cattle on Feed Report will be released on January 24.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's top stories in agriculture.
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While CattleCon 2025 is just around the corner, February 4-6 in San Antonio, Texas, it isn’t too late to register. Whether flying or driving, make plans to join thousands of cattlemen and women for the largest cattle industry event in the country.
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The maximum recommended moisture content for stored sunflower is 9.5% through the winter months and 8% if the storage period is longer than about six months.
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Dr. Jeff Dorfman is an economist at North Carolina State University and says the economy is something of a mixed bag right now.
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Shannon Berndt serves as Executive Director of the Northern Pulse Growers Association. She talks more about the strong demand for pulse crops.
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The National Pork Producers Council and the National Pork Board have announced the Class of 2025 for the Pork Leadership Institute, a premier program dedicated to equipping pork producers with the knowledge and skills to lead the industry into the future.
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Charles Krause of Krause Holsteins in Buffalo, Minnesota, is the chair of Midwest Dairy. Throughout 2024, Midwest Dairy worked hard on behalf of dairy farmers.
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Rural Finance Authority is now accepting applications for the 2025 Beginning Farmer Tax Credit.
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How did USDA's recent annual crop production estimates for corn and soybeans coupled with the latest production forecasts from South America affect prices for both commodities? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Broadleaf Crops Specialist. Carcedo encourages growers to participate in the Getting It Right production webinars.
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The Farmers Union’s “Tri-State Producers Conference” took place in Fargo this past weekend. Rusty Halvorson has details.
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The Northern Pulse Growers Association is hosting the annual winter conference January 27-28 in Minot.
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Early indications are that U.S. farmers will increase planted grain acres this year despite continuing low prices.
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USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will mail the 2024 Hemp Production and Disposition Inquiry to South Dakota producers on January 21.
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Brian Luck, a specialist in biological machinery systems for the University of Wisconsin Extension Service, says over 50 percent of farmers are using some form of autonomy.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to below normal temperatures and precipitation is expected for the period of January 14 - 20.
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Many cattle producers are wondering when a U.S. beef herd expansion will take place.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich have this week's top stories in agriculture.
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What did the latest edition of USDA’s “America’s Farms and Ranches at a Glance” show regarding income trends on household farms? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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The American Relief Act of 2025 provides $31 billion in ad hoc disaster assistance for farmers. Farmdoc Daily says $20.78 billion will help farmers who suffered natural disasters in 2023 and 2024.
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The National Sunflower Association Research Forum wrapped up Thursday at the Holiday Inn of Fargo. Rusty Halvorson has details.
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Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest U.S. Export Sales Report.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Jane Strommen, Gerontology Specialist for NDSU Extension. Strommen visits with listeners about the upcoming NDSU/SDSU Aging Well Workshops.
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How are farm input costs for this year expected to shape margins for ag producers? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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Farmer sentiment moved lower in December as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped nine points to 136.
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Scott Varilek of KKV Trading in Iowa discusses what he expects for the cattle market in 2025.
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The question of inventory rebuilding will remain well into 2025. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Livestock Economist David Anderson says coming into 2024, the beef cow herd was at a 63-year low, which was the smallest beef cow inventory since 1961.
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Mark Watne, President of the North Dakota Farmers Union, discusses the recent extension of the current farm bill.
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The Energy Information Administration says ethanol production averaged 1.111 million barrels a day during the week ending on December 27.
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The National Sunflower Association’s 47th annual Sunflower Research Forum starts Wednesday, January 8.
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What might be some of the questions regarding U.S. farm and food trade in the New Year, based in part on some of the developments of 2024? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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Chief Economist Seth Meyer looks at recent dairy cattle and hog and pig production trends, and what that reflects regarding producer efforts to expand herds in 2025.
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Producers faced tighter margins in 2024 due in part to lower farm incomes, but will some of the factors behind lower incomes carry over into 2025? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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Argentina’s Buenos Aires Grains Exchange raised its corn planting estimate while trimming the pegged soybean areas for the 2024-2025 season.
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This week's episode of AGRI-BIZ features some of the latest product news from BASF Agricultural Solutions, Corteva Agriscience/Pioneer, and Brevant.
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The majority of agricultural economists in the latest Monthly Monitor say U.S. ag ended 2024 in a recession.
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2025 is a fresh chance to do what farm leaders hoped for the last two years, and that’s to develop a new farm bill.
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How will food prices behave in 2025? The USDA is out with an early forecast. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Travis Hofmann, NDSU and UMN Extension Sheep Specialist. Hofmann has some advice for producers to best prepare their ewes for lambing season.
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Travis Hofmann, NDSU and UMN Extension Sheep Specialist, has some advice for producers to best prepare their ewes for lambing season.
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USDA says red meat production fell year over year in November as cattle and hog slaughter both declined.
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North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center will hold its annual NDSU Feedlot School on Jan. 22-23, 2025.
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South Dakota State University Extension will provide a day of educational sessions for crop and cattle producers during the 2025 Dakota Farm Show in Vermillion.
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NDSU Livestock Economist Tim Petry talks more about the current cattle market and if prices are expected to hold into 2025.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses USDA food and nutrition policy over his total twelve years in office to illustrate the consistency of his time heading the Agriculture Department.
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Barry Coleman with the Northern Canola Growers Association talks more about the 2024 canola acres and what's expected for 2025.
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Seven South Dakotans have been chosen for the inaugural class of a new agricultural leadership program being launched in the state.
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What might a portrait of the Agriculture Secretary and his second time in office reflect as compared to his portrait from his initial eight years leading USDA?
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Solar grazing is something new in the livestock industry. At least one Minnesota sheep farm has sheep grazing in pastures that contain solar panels.
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The dairy checkoff continues to find ways to grow sales and build trust in dairy. Dairy Management Inc. President and CEO Barbara O’Brien shares some highlights of this work from 2024 and what the team is looking forward to in the future.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich recap some of the week's top stories in agriculture.
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USDA recently announced investment in eight projects under conservation program focused on wetland mitigation banking efforts.
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The Preparing for Extreme Weather Grant, also referred to as the Prepare Grant, offers grants of up to $10,000 for Minnesota livestock and specialty crop producers to buy and install supplies and equipment for weather event preparation. It requires a 50% match.
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Travis Hoffman, NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension Sheep Specialist, talks more about the current state of the sheep industry in North Dakota.
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Joana Colussi, a postdoctoral student at the University of Illinois, says things are busy in Brazil right now
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The Fertilizer Institute released the 2024 Fertilizer Industry Economic Impact Study, highlighting the importance and economic contributions of the U.S. fertilizer industry on national, state, and local economies.
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Wade Webster, NDSU Soybean Pathology Specialist, discusses SDS and how to best protect your fields from the disease.
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2024 was a year of record-high beef prices. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Livestock Economist David Anderson says the cash market for fed cattle traded within about a ten-dollar range this year
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Dr. David Ripplinger, NDSU Extension Bioproducts/Bioenergy Economist. Ripplinger visits with listeners about the carbon footprint of corn.
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Nicole Wardner, Executive Director of the North Dakota Beef Commission, talks more about the popularity of prime rib during the holiday season.
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A lot of things can affect commodity prices, including weather, global events, and sometimes simple supply and demand.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich have the week's top stories in agriculture.
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The U.S. dairy industry typically sees a bump in the prices of cheese and butter in the Fall, thanks to football season and the upcoming holidays.
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The 2024 growing season is in the rearview mirror and producers are now focused on 2025.
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Costco in Mexico is looking to expand sales of U.S. beef and pork to foodservice clientele. To help that effort, the U.S. Meat Export Federation, through the support of USDA, the Beef Checkoff Program and the National Pork Board, trained Costco sales staff on the needs of restaurant and resort chefs.
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The Farm Credit Administration’s board received an update on economic issues affecting agriculture. The U.S. economy has continued to show modest growth through 2024, as gains in productivity support real wage growth and boost consumer spending.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Lisa Pederson, Livestock Specialist at the Central Grasslands Research Extension Center. Pederson visits with us about current topics regarding Beef Quality Assurance.
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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers released the November 2024 Ag Tractor/Combine Sales Report that shows lower numbers than November 2023.
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USDA economist, Bart Kenner, reviewing exports of U.S. animal and animal products during the first ten months of 2024.
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Manitoba is getting its own Washington, D.C. trade office.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is disappointed by some of the changes that are proposed in the Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.
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The USDA’s Economic Research Service’s 2024 edition of America’s Farms and Ranches at a Glance says most U.S. farms (86 percent) are small family farms.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s monthly wheat outlook shows an expected jump in export forecasts because of weaker exports from Russia and the European Union.
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The National Corn Growers Association announced the winners of the 2024 Yield Contest. The contest saw almost 7,800 entries from farmers in 45 states.
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Times are tight for farmers as commodity prices continue to struggle. I caught up with Frayne Olson, NDSU Crops Economist, last week at the North Dakota Farmers Union Convention in Bismarck.
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John Sandbakken, executive director of the National Sunflower Association, says the harvest was a successful one this year.
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In the current marketing year, soybean exports are ahead of the pace set in the prior year, and USDA has a solid soybean export number.
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USDA's latest look at the domestic soybean ledger includes another increase in exports of U.S. soybean oil.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's top stories in agriculture.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Crops Economist, Frayne Olson. Olson discusses the current markets and how producers can plan for 2025.
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The Minnesota Pork Board donated almost 92,000 meals to Second Harvest Heartland, the Upper Midwest’s largest hunger relief organization.
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Incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune vows to kick-start legislative action on farm and other legislation next year as the GOP takes the helm in the new Congress.
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According to Statistics Canada data, 2024 Canadian sunflower seed production is estimated at 50,680 metric tons, which is down 45 percent from 2023.
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According to Statistics Canada data, 2024 Canadian sunflower seed production is estimated at 50,680 metric tons, which is down 45 percent from 2023.
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Syngenta’s Senior Manager of Federal Government and Industry Relations Mary Kay Thatcher says she’s doubtful.
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The commodity markets are in a sustained run of lower prices. Joe Janzen, an ag economist at the University of Illinois, talks about what it might take for the markets to push higher.
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Fiscal Year 2024 proved to be a banner year regarding acres enrolled in the various USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service programs.
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The recent USDA Trade Outlook has U.S. ag trade running in the red for 2024 and 2025. Betty Resnick, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the updated forecast doesn’t give us much better news.
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More than 500 head of cattle filled the North Dakota Winter Show building this past weekend for the 25th annual North Star Classic.
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North Dakota Lamb and Wool Producers Association and Minnesota Lamb and Wool Producers hosted the 2024 Joint Annual Convention this past weekend in Fargo.
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Low crop prices are the bane of agriculture, especially when input costs have soared, weather has destroyed crops and there’s no new farm bill. So when will prices rebound?
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is bolstering support for farmers facing crop setbacks by announcing an increase in replant payments for most producers beginning with the 2026 crop year.
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It’s not just commodity groups that are looking for a new farm bill. Livestock groups like the American Sheep Industry Association are pushing legislators to get the work done.
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2024 has been interesting in the beef market. Lance Zimmerman, a beef analyst for RaboResearch, says demand remains high despite tighter supplies and higher prices.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's top stories in agriculture.
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Farmer sentiment jumped again in November as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 30 points to 145. That’s the highest level of farmer optimism since May 2021. The Future Expectations index saw the largest jump, rising 37 points to 1161, while the Current Conditions Index increased 18 points to 113. The November sentiment boost reflects growing optimism about a more favorable regulatory and tax environment for agriculture following the November election.
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Some lawmakers in the lame-duck session of Congress want to include specific provisions to help commodity farmers who weren’t hit by a disaster in any potential disaster aid packages.
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The NDSU Ag Minute features Madeleine Smith, NDSU Extension Pesticide Specialist. Smith explains more about the NDSU Extension Pesticide Certification Program.
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USDA says producers will end 2024 with lower net cash farm income on sharply lower crop prices despite an increase in livestock returns.
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The Army Corps of Engineers in the St. Paul, Minnesota, District, saw the last barge of the year depart Lock and Dam 2 on December 1, ending the 2024 navigation season on the Upper Mississippi River.
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The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has recently received confirmation of the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza in three sites: a backyard chicken flock in McHenry County, a commercial turkey flock in Ransom County and a backyard mixed flock in Bottineau County.
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Net farm income, a broad measure of profits, is forecast at $149.7 billion in calendar year 2024, down by $6 billion, or 4.1 percent, relative to 2023.
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AccuWeather experts estimate that the five hurricanes and one unnamed tropical storm that made landfall in the U.S. caused an estimated $500 billion in total damage and economic loss.
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Gordon Spronk, vice president of the National Pork Board and a Minnesota producer, says the sustainability circle between livestock and crops is beneficial for soil health.
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Rob Larew, president of the National Farmers Union, says the trade imbalance for agriculture will draw much of the attention as we move into the new year.
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Olivia Genther-Shroder of Purina explains the schedule for raising a potential crossbred beef-dairy cow, and how that coincides with various beef export requirements.
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Flax producers can now benefit from revenue protection, a crop insurance option available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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USDA is projecting another year of rising imports of agricultural products. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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The United States has had strong red meat exports in 2024 despite volatility and serious headwinds in major Asian markets.
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The Minnesota FFA will bring more than 250 students to St. Cloud December 9-10 for its first State Leadership Conference, a move that begins to address the challenge of meeting its growing membership needs during April’s Minnesota State FFA Convention.
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USDA Rural Development Under Secretary Basil Gooden discusses Rural Development programs focused on improving rural health access and facilities.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich have some of the week's top stories.
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2025 could be another strong year for the dairy industry. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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The voting process for Farm Service Agency County Committee elections is underway with ballot submitted at local FSA offices or postmarked by December 2nd.
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Family farmers and ranchers from across South Dakota will gather in Huron December 11-12 when South Dakota Farmers Union hosts its 109th State Convention.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will contact producers nationwide to gather final year-end crop production numbers and the amount of grain and oilseeds stored on their farms. At the same time, NASS will survey grain facility operators to determine year-end off- farm grain and oilseed stocks.
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The U.S. Census Bureau has released final export figures for the 2023/24 marketing year. Sunflower oil exports were down 21% from a year ago, from 33,002 metric tons (MT) to 26,392 MT from October 2023 to September 2024.
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The National Pork Board’s consumer segmentation study divided consumers into seven different groups based on their consumption priorities for pork.
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Twelve percent of travelers experienced fraud when booking a trip.
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Nicole Wardner is the Executive Director of the North Dakota Beef Commission. She offers some ideas on adding some beef to that Thanksgiving Day menu.
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David Shirbroun, a professional services veterinarian with Boehringer Ingelheim, talks about how stress can directly affect cattle herd health.
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Stephanie Wetter, director of animal welfare at the National Pork Board, says producers need to prepare their farms for winter.
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Representatives from 50 U.S. agribusinesses and trade groups and 14 state departments of agriculture will travel to Casablanca, Morocco, on December 2-5.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Dr. Greg Lardy, Joe and Norma Peltier Vice President for Agriculture at North Dakota State University. Dr. Lardy discusses NDSU Giving Day taking place December 3-4.
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The USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 888-MPHOTLINE(888-674-6854) Listeners can also go online to Ask.usda.gov
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What does this year's turkey supply look like? Ashley Kohls, Executive Director of the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association, talks more about turkey supplies.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a mixed bag of temperatures and above normal precipitation mostly nationwide highlight the Thanksgiving time extended forecast for the period of November 26 - December 2.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Andrew Mauch serves as President of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association. Mauch discusses North Dakota regulators recently approving a route permit for the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation sent out volunteer shoppers to calculate the cost of a typical Thanksgiving Day meal for ten people.
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In this week's episode of Agri-Biz, Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich talk about end-of-year tax planning for farmers and ranchers, the farm bill logjam that is showing signs of breaking after the elections, and a proposed merger between CHS and West Central Ag Services that attracted attention from The Arthur Companies.
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Ron Haugen, Farm Management Specialist at North Dakota State University, offers some advice to producers when it comes to preparing for tax season.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Cody Cashman serves as the Red River Valley Fair Association CEO. In this segment, Cashman highlights the Red River Valley Fair Ag Education Center as they welcomed their first field trip to the center last week.
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In this week's episode of Agri-Biz, Rusty Halvorson recaps the 2024 growing season for the region's sugarbeet growers and looks ahead to 2025..
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The Minnesota Pork Board had a unique idea to promote pork during the Minnesota State Fair at the end of August. Bailey Ruen, communications director for the Minnesota Pork Board, talked about working with Olympians.
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USDA has changed its estimate of soybean yields and production, but has not changed its soybean price forecast. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. A group of roughly 30 individuals recently took part in the Ag Outlook Tour. The group toured various ag facilities in the Jamestown area. We spoke with farmer Mike Clemens about the event.
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Inspections of corn, beans and wheat for overseas delivery all declined week to week, according to data from the Ag Department.
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Farmland sales continued to slow this year. Compeer Financial director of appraisal Dave Dinderman says there’s been about a 20 percent decrease in sales compared to 2023.
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Looking ahead to the 2025 corn crop, one company says the cost to raise that crop is down. Farmers National Company says 2025 crop inputs are expected to see a slight reduction compared to 2024.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Ana Carcedo, Extension Broadleaf Crops Specialist. Ana visits with listeners about the Getting it Right Soybean Production Webinar that will be taking place December 10.
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An increasing number of examples of artificial intelligence in the world of agriculture are now visible. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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Natural disasters, high input costs and poor economic conditions have made the last year difficult for farmers and ranchers.
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In marketing year 2024/25, USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service reported that U.S. farmers planted record-low sunflower acreage, nearly half of what was planted in the previous year, according to USDA’s Economic Research Service.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses some of the highlights of our nation’s climate mitigation efforts.
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To grow future demand, the National Pork Board conducted extensive market research to better understand changing consumer attitudes, preferences and habits. The bottom line is pork’s consumer base is shrinking, but that decline is reversible.
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As you plan your holiday cooking, baking and gift-giving, consider local farm products. Ryan MacKay, an American Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee member, says shopping local leads to a number of benefits.
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The Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation, or Farmer Mac, the nation’s secondary market provider that increases the accessibility of financing for agriculture and rural America, announced the recent fiscal quarter results.
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The growing season is just beginning in Brazil and Argentina.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's top stories in agriculture.
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With farmers up against tight margins and continuing to wait on a new Farm Bill, the Farm Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act (FARM Act) has been introduced to Congress to help offset some of that financial pressure.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with comments on the super fast corn harvest.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Jim Callan with James Callan Associates talks about the likely Congressional agenda during the lame duck session.
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The latest U.S. red meat trade statistics are out, and U.S. pork is on pace to set a new export record in 2024.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a mixed bag of temperatures and above normal precipitation across the country is in the forecast for the period of November 12 – 18.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Miranda Meehan, NDSU Extension Livestock Stewardship Specialist. Meehan discusses the disaster resources that are available to producers.
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Is U.S. agriculture in a recession? At least one economist thinks so. Dr. Ernie Goss, a Creighton University professor, says it depends on what sector of agriculture and the overall economy you’re talking about.
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Farmer sentiment saw an unexpected surge in October ahead of the U.S. election, according to the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer.
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Langdon, North Dakota grower, Paul Boesl says he finished harvesting sunflower 2 weeks ago.
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The Farm Credit System reported that combined net income was relatively stable at $1.98 billion for the third quarter of 2024, as compared with $2 billion for the third quarter of 2023.
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Minnesota experienced the first reported snowfall of the season and a bit of rain the week ending November 3, 2024, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.
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The U.S. pork industry is continuously improving in production methods and animal welfare considerations.
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Ashley Kjellberg serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Stutsman County in central North Dakota. She says corn harvest has been going well.
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The October Rural Mainstreet Index didn’t contain a lot of good news for the farm economy. Dr. Ernie Goss of Creighton University conducts the survey and talks about the results.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during September 2024 in Minnesota was $3.89 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report.
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The month of September continued the trend of farm prices running below one year ago. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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Despite market headwinds, land values continue to be strong, particularly in the Midwest. Paul Schadegg is Senior Vice President of Farm and Ranch Management and Real Estate for the Farmers National Company, and says the market in the “I” states continues to display resiliency.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich recap some of the week's top stories in agriculture.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Alicia Harstad, NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Barnes County. Harstad talks more about corn harvest progress in the county.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says below normal temperatures and above normal precipitation are the predominant weather patterns for most of the nation for the period of November 5 – 11.
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The National Pork Board completed a sophisticated segmentation study of U.S. consumers to learn their priorities to connect with them emotionally.
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To the surprise of many in the industry, the U.S. winter wheat crop is in much worse shape than they expected.
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Mindful Choicemakers are one of the seven segments the National Pork Board identified in its segmentation survey.
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The U.S. soybean harvest will soon finish with expected record yields.
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Bringing forth more public research of seed and germplasms, and increasing public availability of product, is among the focus areas of USDA’s Farmer Seed Liaison. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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With heavy loads and tough stubble, harvest can be rough on your farm tires. Austin Fischer from Firestone Ag explains how a simple tire check can help you get a strong start and keep rolling next spring.
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Several factors are at work, keeping food price inflation under control. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Amber Wood, Executive Director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance, provides an update about recent NDLA activities and shares information about upcoming events.
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Corn farmers could be in for their worst year in close to two decades, economists say, as the Federal Reserve reports that crop prices remain “unprofitably low” in its latest assessment of economic conditions.
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In response to devastating wildfires across parts of North Dakota in October, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has allocated $1 million in special funding to support landowners and operators in rebuilding essential conservation practices lost to the fires. Rusty Halvorson visited with ND NRCS State Conservationist Dan Hovland about the funding.
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Registration is now open for the 2025 Minnesota Organic Conference, an annual statewide conference that highlights organic agricultural practices.
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The National Pork Board’s consumer segmentation study divided consumers into seven different groups based on their consumption priorities for pork.
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With the September 30 expiration of the current farm bill, many important agriculture programs are on hold, including several trade promotion programs.
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Biosecurity is an important key to success in the pork industry, especially during show season when pigs from different states mingle.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes changes in weather patterns in the month-to-month transition during the period of October 29 – November 4.
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Soybean planting is off to a slow start in parts of South America, and that could impact multiple crops.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich shares this week's top stories in agriculture, including a large donation to the Out of the Ashes fund supporting cattle producers affected by wildfires in North Dakota, fall and winter grazing tips from NDSU Extension, and crop harvest progress.
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Steffes Group Canada ULC recently announced the acquisition of Bruce Schapansky Auctioneers Inc., based in Tisdale, Saskatchewan. Director of Real Estate Max Steffes and Steffes Group President Scott Steffes share that news and discuss many more topics in this month's episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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As a key part of its commitment to transparency and service, U.S. Wheat Associates has produced the 2024 U.S. Crop Quality Report that includes grade, flour, dough, and baking data for five of the six U.S. wheat classes.
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Exports of kernel are up 13% from a year ago, from 2,870 metric tons to 3,235 MT from October 2023 to August 2024.
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Rachel Gibbs, Livestock Extension Specialist at the Hettinger Research Extension Center discusses fall and winter grazing and provides some recommendations on how to best manage ewes through the winter months.
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The Organic Growers Summit is set for December 4-5, 2024. The show is put on by Farm Progress and features a lineup of expert-led seminars, industry-leading speakers, and a special keynote panel.
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A speedy harvest season is getting faster. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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More than 70,000 students wearing blue corduroy jackets are in Indianapolis this week for the 97th National FFA Convention and Expo.
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The farmland market appears to be slowing as the calendar gets closer to the end of 2024. Tim Cobb of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers says things had been steady for most of the year.
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What do USDA’s latest forecasts for pork production and price indicate for 2024 and 2025? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Rachel Gibbs, Livestock Extension Specialist at the Hettinger Research Extension Center. Gibbs discusses fall and winter grazing and provides some recommendations on how to best manage ewes through the winter months.
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Oklahoma State University’s Agricultural Economics Department recently hosted the Rural Economic Outlook Conference. John Michael Riley, an associate professor in the Economics Department, talked about recent days in the grain markets.
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Farm bill challenges will not go away in 2025 if Congress has to punt again on the top farming legislation. That, from American Farm Bureau Director of Government Affairs Joe Gilson.
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The Department of Agriculture announced an additional $250 million in automatic payments for distressed direct and guaranteed farm loan borrowers under Section 22006 of the Inflation Reduction Act.
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We visit with NDSU Livestock Economist Tim Petry about if high cattle prices are here to stay.
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A recent analysis of the drivers of supply and demand for veterinary services shows that the number of graduates from existing veterinary colleges is likely enough to meet demand through 2035.
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NDSU Livestock Economist Tim Petry explains factors that are influencing the cattle market.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture.
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Mother Nature seems to have come up with an excellent harvest season. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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On the heels of one of the warmest summers on record, AccuWeather long-range experts are forecasting a mild winter with above-average temperatures in three dozen states.
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It’s a good time to be in the cattle business. NDSU Livestock Economist Tim Petry says the fall run of calves is just getting started.
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Onida, South Dakota grower Chuck Todd says they have not received any moisture in the last month to month and a half. Red seed weevil was an issue as always, along with dry spots and kochia.
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Registration is now open for the 2024 North Dakota Sheep Shearing School and the 2024 North Dakota Certified Wool Classing School, both held at the Hettinger Research Extension Center on Nov. 23-25, 2024.
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There will be two Beef to School webinars on Oct. 28, 2024, one at noon CDT and one at 5:30 p.m. CDT. The Adopt-a-Cow webinar is at 5:30 p.m. CDT Oct. 29, 2024. Anyone who is interested in the topic is welcome to attend.
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Shawn Hackett of Hackett Financial Advisors talks about the biggest factors influencing the U.S. dairy industry.
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The national 4-H program launched Beyond Ready, a nationwide initiative designed to empower ten million young people with the skills, resilience, and confidence they need to thrive in a changing world.
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U.S. sales of ag tractors dropped by 19 percent in September of this year compared to September 2023. New data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers says combine sales also fell during the month, dropping 41 percent compared to last year.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Leon Schumacher, Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Department Chair at North Dakota State University, talks more about the Discover NDSU event taking place this week.
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The October World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates Report says the 2024-2025 corn outlook is for smaller supplies, larger exports, and reduced ending stocks.
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Patrick DeHaan of GasBuddy.com says Milton, the latest hurricane, likely won’t have a big effect at the pump
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USDA is seeking public comment on a proposed rule addressing a form of price discovery in a type fed cattle formula pricing agreements – part of efforts to improve fairness and competitiveness in ag markets. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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The ag trade deficit continues to soar, based on USDA’s latest trade figures for fiscal ’24 through August. USDA Economist Bart Kenner says US farm exports continue to slide.
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U.S. agricultural exports were at $13.01 billion in August, essentially unchanged from July, against imports of $17.19 billion, which were down 2% from July, resulting in a monthly trade deficit of $4.18 billion.
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Warm, dry weather has pushed the crop along in the northern Red River Valley..
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The Labor Department says consumer inflation rose 2-point-4 percent in September, slightly more than analysts expected, with food rising 2-point-3 percent year-over-year. But USDA economist Megan Sweitzer says for the year, grocery price increases are slowing.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich have this week's top stories in agriculture.
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The commodity markets rallied out of their pre-harvest lows, and University of Minnesota ag economist Ed Usset says for his money, in these markets, rallies need to be sold.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Dr. Andrew Friskop, plant pathologist at NDSU, is monitoring the discovery of tar spot in counties in North Dakota.
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Much of the nation has experienced warm and dry weather in recent weeks, but what has that meant to both summer crops ready to harvest and fall crops to be planted? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and drier than normal conditions are forecasted for most of the country for the period of October 15 – 21.
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The National Sunflower Association is reminding producers to be careful of combine fires during sunflower harvest.
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Tractor Supply Company surprised five high school FFA chapters across the country with the funds needed for students to attend the 97th Annual National FFA Convention and Expo.
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The U.S. cattle industry will have a new level of disease protection next month when USDA’s enhanced animal disease traceability rule takes effect.
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It’s a busy afternoon south of Chaffee, North Dakota as ten combines driven by friends and neighbors are working to get this year’s crop off the field for a friend who recently passed away.
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The American Sheep Industry Association’s Young and Emerging Entrepreneurs are planning an in-person lambing school on November 23 at the Codington County Extension Complex in Watertown, South Dakota.
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Harvest is a stressful time on the farm. Sean Brotherson, Professor & Extension Family Science Specialist, offers some words of advice to producers about handling farm stress.
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Farmdoc from the University of Illinois says the ag sector is closely watching the fertilizer markets this week because of the ongoing war in the Middle East.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey focuses on the Upper Midwest regarding corn crop maturity for the period ending October 6th.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during August 2024 in Minnesota was $3.70 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report. This was 43 cents below the July price and $1.89 below August 2023.
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October is National Cooperative Month. "The Future is Cooperative" is the theme for this year's National Cooperative Month observance.
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Lower supplies are leading to higher prices, and Cory Geiger, lead dairy economist at CoBank, says there are a lot of factors influencing the market right now.
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U.S. wheat production for the 2024-2025 marketing year is estimated at 1.971 billion bushels, up nine percent year-to-year and the highest level since 2016-2017.
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North Dakota’s state veterinarian says the state’s first reported case of anthrax this year is a reminder to livestock producers to take action to protect their animals from disease.
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September runoff in the upper Missouri River Basin was well below average, continuing the below-average runoff in 2024.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's top stories in agriculture.
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As the weather cools, pork is perfect for pairing with the most popular fall flavors. Charlie Torgerson, contractor and channel marketing development brand manager for the National Pork Board, talks about some of the perfect options.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes near to above normal temperatures and near to below precipitation for most of the nation for the period of October 8 to 14.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Brenda Elmer serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association. The National Corn Growers Association recently released it's committee assignments and several North Dakota corn growers were chosen to serve.
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The 2024 North Dakota Bankers Association Ag Credit Conference took place this week in Fargo.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains how dry conditions in various growing areas of the country are impacting field work.
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The USDA is investing $1.7 billion for purchasing local and regionally produced foods and domestically produced foods for emergency food assistance.
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The 2018 Farm Bill Extension expired on Monday, September 30.
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Final production for the 2023 potato crop totaled 26.4 million cwt, up 21% from 2022, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service.
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Many farmers and custom applicators will soon apply anhydrous ammonia (NH3) after harvest. Even with a rush against time and the weather, safety should never be compromised. Accidents involving NH3 have proven how dangerous and deadly the fertilizer can be when not handled properly.
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The Farmer’s Almanac started in 1818 when farmers didn’t have technology or publications.
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A new ag company based in Indiana called Terra Force is using AI to harvest watermelons and pumpkins.
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Kristen Hicks-Roof, director of human nutrition for the National Pork Board, talks about MyPlate and NPB’s MyPlate Gold Sponsorship.
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USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer, with the latest 2024 food price forecast.
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The U.S. recently signed an agreement with Chile to continue uninterrupted trade.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture.
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Despite several requests for clarification by agriculture and other industries, the Environmental Protection Agency has failed to provide clear guidance on the 2023 revision of the Waters of the U.S. rule.
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The industry has managed different strains of influenza for a long time, specifically H3N2 and H1N1. Influenza A (H5N1) is not in the U.S. swine herd, although it has been recently detected in livestock and humans. Dr. Heather Fowler, director of producer and public health at the National Pork Board, talks about symptoms to watch for.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Christie Jaeger discusses the CommonGround North Dakota program, as well as one of their fun upcoming events.
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Mark Koehn of Central Minnesota is driving a Farmall M from the Canadian border to the Southern border of Texas.
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For the 13th consecutive month, the Rural Mainstreet Index sank below growth neutral. That’s according to a September survey of bank CEO’s in rural areas of a ten-state region dependent on agriculture and-or energy.
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There were few surprises in the USDA Cattle on Feed Report in September.
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Market advisor John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing says the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates was one of those reasons.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Leigh Ann Skurupey, Assistant Director of the NDSU Extension 4-H Youth Development Program. Skurupey talks more about the 4-H program and National 4-H week.
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The nation's turkey producers are facing a tough supply and demand situation. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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Jason Leiseth serves as President of the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association and talks more about the current state of the beef industry.
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It's an interesting time for the dairy industry. Gary Crawford with USDA explains.
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Geoff Cooper is the president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association and says that the U.S. ethanol industry is projected to have a record year for ethanol exports.
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Brandon Raile of the U.S. Forest Service discusses the scheduled route of this year's U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from Alaska to Washington D.C., including a first ever barge connection for this journey.
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Jason Schwantz, senior vice president of energy at CHS, says the outlook for diesel prices in the fall is favorable for farmers’ bottom lines.
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The Fall and Winter holidays are still a few months out, but USDA says the essentials for holiday cooking have been accumulating in cold storage.
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Kicking off an expected loosening of U.S. monetary policy, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point last week.
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Water levels are down on the Mississippi River and its tributaries for the third year in a row, affecting transportation of ag goods set for export.
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On this episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Director of Real Estate Max Steffes and Sales Representative Ben Hochgraber talk about the recent trend of dealership auctions for late-model used farm equipment, and Max also talks about recent articles he's written on the topics of foreign land ownership and recent land values at auction. Learn more at steffesgroup.com. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's headlines in agriculture.
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The $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate student enrolled in a land-grant university and pursuing a field of study that directly supports the pork industry.
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Economic Research Service Administrator Spiro Stefanou highlights some of the reports his agency will present before the end of 2024.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Extension Horticulturist Tom Kalb. Kalb offers some fall lawn care advice for homeowners.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Amber Wood serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance. Wood discusses the expansion of the animal ag industry in the state, including the proposed dairies in eastern North Dakota.
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A team of 21 farmers and farm group representatives traveled to Japan as the Heartland Team to see firsthand the promotion of U.S. beef and pork in the region by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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Farm safety should always be top of mind, not just during harvest season or spring planting. This week marks National Farm Safety and Health Week. Angie Johnson serves as the NDSU Extension Farm and Ranch Safety Coordinator.
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This week marks National Farm Safety and Health Week. Angie Johnson serves as the NDSU Extension Farm and Ranch Safety Coordinator
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As commodity prices fell in recent months, input costs have been slow to follow. Josh Linville, vice president of fertilizer for StoneX, says buying inputs is a challenge for farmers.
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Wishek, North Dakota grower Adam Bettenhausen says his sunflowers look pretty good overall.
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National Farm Safety and Health Week features the theme of don’t learn safety by accident. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.
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Joe Janzen, an agricultural economist at the University of Illinois, talks crop prices for 2024-2025.
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Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffitt discusses a USDA program benefitting Farmers Market operators and producer-vendors.
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Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have provided answers to the latest American Farm Bureau Presidential Candidate Questionnaires.
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The national average for gas prices has declined for over a month.
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Over 100 climate groups are pressuring JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and other private banks to stop financing global meat and dairy companies.
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During remarks delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate last week, Senator John Hoeven outlined the need for Congress to pass a Farm Bill that makes key investments in the farm safety net.
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Corn production is down, while soybean and cotton production will be higher than in 2023.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's audio from the Big Iron Farm Show at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds, and the field days at Peterson Farms Seed headquarters near Prosper. Also, Minnesota state senator Rob Kupec of Moorhead explains new state funding that will help fuel retailers expand their selection of motor fuel containing at least 15% ethanol.
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The farm sector profits are forecast to fall this year, but the outlook is not as bleak now as it was in February according to the latest data from USDA’s Economic Research Service.
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SDSU Extension will host a Sheep Shearing School on Oct. 12-14, 2024, at the SDSU Sheep Research and Teaching Unit by Brookings.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Lacey Quail, Livestock Management Extension Specialist at the North Central Research Extension Center. Quail visits with us about the importance of detecting pregnancy in your cow herd.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. The North Dakota Corn Utilization Council has free educational resources for North Dakota educators.
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As farmers prepare for fall harvest, it's important to make sure their equipment is field ready.
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U.S. agricultural groups are looking for more trade agreements that mean market access overseas. Kent Bacus, executive director of government affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, talks about trade being a bigger priority in past years.
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Nominations are now being accepted for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Environmental Stewardship Award. Established in 1991, the Environmental Stewardship Award Program annually recognizes outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievements of cattle producers across the nation.
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A new drought-tolerant wheat variety can now be brought to the market. USDA recently deregulated HB4 wheat.
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This year's income prospects for crop producers are far different from those involved in animal agriculture.
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Abnormally dry or drought conditions are present across 73 percent of the Missouri River Basin, with drought conditions likely to persist or get worse through November. August runoff was 1.2 million acre-feet, 86 percent of the average above Sioux City, Iowa.
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Karen Woodrich of the Natural Resources Conservation Service talks about scheduled batching dates for Agricultural Conservation Easement Program applications, as well as potential future dates in Fiscal Year 2025.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and near to below normal precipitation will be predominant weather trends for the period of September 11 - 17.
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Howard Halderman, president of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, talks about how sustainability also applies to farmland.
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Exports of U.S. beef posted their second largest month of the year in July, according to the latest data from USDA. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom, has the details.
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Vitaetom, a Belgium company specializing in organic greenhouse-grown vegetables, recently introduced a new organic variety of tomatoes called Ruby Red.
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Many farmers are hoping for a late frost to help the late season row crops across the finish line. Greg Amundson farms in the Gilby area in northeastern North Dakota.
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The latest Net Farm Income Report shows a 23 percent drop in net farm income compared to 2022.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share the top news stories for the first week of September.
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The latest edition of USDA’s Household Food Security in the U.S. report indicates a rise in food insecurity in total in our nation’s households.
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More than 400 cases of salmonella across the country have been linked to backyard poultry. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported over 100 people have been hospitalized.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. North Dakota Corn Growers Association board member Greg Amundson talks more about the importance of increasing value added ag in the state.
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According to the latest Crop Progress Report from USDA, nearly a quarter of North Dakota's canola crop has been harvested.
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U.S. dairy farms vary widely in size, from fewer than 50 dairy cows to having 2,000 or more. While many factors can influence a dairy farm’s production cost per unit of milk, such as technology use, management, and input prices paid, farm size can also affect costs.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during July 2024 in Minnesota was $4.13 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report. This was $1.98 below July 2023.
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Farmers and ranchers still must be on the lookout for signs of highly pathogenic avian influenza as the disease continues to spread among poultry flocks as well as cattle.
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Deputy Under Secretary Sandra Eskin discusses the increase in animal-raising and environmental-related claims on labels for meat and poultry products, and how USDA oversees such labeling efforts.
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Stephen Nicholson, the global sector strategist for grain and oilseeds with Rabobank, says he’ll be watching information from a couple of specific corn-growing areas.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Extension Farm and Ranch Safety Coordinator Angie Johnson. Johnson offers some farm safety advice during the busy harvest season, as well as discusses National Farm Safety and Health week taking place September 16-20.
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Stephen Nicholson, global sector strategist for grains and oilseeds at Rabobank, says the soybean market has struggled recently.
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Alexis Taylor, USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, will lead a USDA trade mission to Vietnam from September 9-13.
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Minnesota organic farmers and handlers currently certified through the United States Department of Agriculture National Organic Program may be eligible for a rebate of up to 75% of their certification costs.
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The Class III milk and cheese prices have seen fireworks in the past few weeks. Ryan Yonkman, the vice president of producer services for Ever.Ag, says it's due to bullish buying events and reports stacking up on each other.
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U.S. Ag. exports will face challenges in Fiscal Year 2025.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and near to below normal prescription for much of the country are expected during the period of September 3 - 9.
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There’s a big corn crop coming this fall, but the challenge is a lot of grain left to be sold in bins across rural America.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich compile some of the week's top agricultural news.
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Beef exports from Brazil are expected to reach record highs in both 2024 and 2025 amid strong demand from overseas buyers, a weakened local currency, and “challenges” expected from rival exporting countries.
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An initiative to increase domestic fertilizer production was expanded Wednesday with the announcement of seven new projects under a USDA program.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Dr. Janet Knodel, NDSU Entomologist, joins us to chat about the problems corn root worm is causing in fields in southeastern North Dakota.
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The August update to USDA’s trade outlook increased imports and exports for fiscal year 2024. Betty Resnick, an economist at the American Farm Bureau Federation, talks about what the numbers show.
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A federal judge blocked the U.S. Labor Department from enforcing a rule in 17 states that would prevent agricultural employers from retaliating against migrant workers with H-2A visas for joining labor unions.
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The latest results were released from the Gardner Food and Agricultural Policy survey on the question of whether consumers and voters believe those in political power can address high food prices.
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As Americans head to their backyard grills to celebrate the end of summer, Bernt Nelson, an economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says consumers may see some much-needed slight savings as retail prices decrease from unprecedented highs.
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Non-irrigated cropland cash rent averaged $200.00 per acre in Minnesota during 2024, $2.00 higher than 2023 according to the latest report released by USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Pasture rented for cash averaged $32.00 per acre, $2.00 above 2023.
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USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer with the latest 2024 food price forecast.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Chandler Gruener, a NDSU Extension Soil Health Specialist at the North Central Research Extension Center in Minot. Gruener discusses cover crop seed selection and offers some advice to growers looking to get a cover crop started in their fields.
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Halter, a New Zealand company, has brought its virtual fencing technology for livestock to the U.S.
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Record yields on both row crops. That’s the final estimate from Pro Farmer’s Annual Crop Tour.
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Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said that applications are now being accepted for reimbursement of organic certification costs through the Organic Certification Cost Share Program for fiscal year 2024.
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Some $23 billion in U.S. farm exports go north each year, while huge amounts of Canadian potash and nitrogen fertilizers move south.
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The expo is taking extra precautions to ensure H5N1 doesn’t infect any animals.
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Starting in late August, a sample of producers around the country will receive Agricultural Survey questionnaires from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.
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Why are egg prices so high? Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich recap some of the week's top news in agriculture.
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The South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association is launching a leadership academy. The application deadline is September 1, 2024.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Ben Bakko farms south of Fargo near Walcott. Bakko serves on the North Dakota Corn Growers Association’s Board of Directors. On Thursday, August 15, Senator John Hoeven hosted a field hearing of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee at Grand Farm’s Innovation Campus. Bakko was part of a select panel that met with USDA Deputy Secretary Torres-Small to talk about challenges and opportunities of young ag producers.
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USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam, saying this year's egg production is well below last year.
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There may be some profitability in the dairy industry through the end of 2024.
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The USDA is accepting offers for more than 2.2 million acres from agricultural producers and private landowners through this year’s Grassland, General, and Continuous Conservation Reserve Program sign-ups administered by the Farm Service Agency.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Victor Gomes, NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist at the Dickinson Research Extension Center. Gomes explains more about how this year's crops are performing in the western part of the state.
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USDA’s Farm Service Agency has announced this year’s acreage enrollment numbers for the various Conservation Reserve Program offerings. Rob Bain with USDA has the story.
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After estimates of a near-record crop in Ohio for a second year and a lot of potential in South Dakota on Monday, the Pro Farmer Crop Tour scouts found even better results in Nebraska and Indiana on Tuesday.
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In North Dakota spring wheat harvest was 21%, complete equal to last year, but behind the 26% average.
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The U.S. beef cow inventory has fallen to its lowest level in more than 60 years. With no significant changes on the horizon that would quickly reverse the trend, rebuilding the U.S. beef cow herd to historical norms is shaping up to be a years-long undertaking.
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The results from the first day of Pro-Farmer’s annual Midwest Crop Tour are lower than last year. About a thousand scouts headed out into Midwestern corn and soybean fields on Monday to objectively determine the final projections.
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U.S. sales of four-wheel-drive tractors increased 18.6 percent in July compared to the year before and are up 5.2 percent year to date.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the national weather forecast for August 20th through the 26th.
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The annual Dakotafest farm show is August 20-22 near Mitchell, South Dakota.
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Ag credit stress was limited in the second quarter of 2024 but showed signs of tightening amid lower crop prices and rising input costs.
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Brian Irey, grain market trader and regional manager of Crossroads Co-op, says marketing is a challenge.
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When Congress returns from its August recess, farmers and ranchers across the nation are urging lawmakers to focus on needed tax reform.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich bring you this week's top agriculture stories.
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Former USDA Under Secretary and currently CEO of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Ted McKinney is optimistic about the future of sustainable aviation fuel as a market for U.S. biofuels, provided they have the opportunity under the upcoming 45Z tax credit.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Extension Forester Joe Zeleznik. He says the wet weather we’ve had this year has resulted in a lot of tree-health problems. Zeleznik offers some management possibilities.
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Aphid activity has been on the rise in area soybean fields. Anthony Hanson, an Extension Educator for Integrated Pest Management with the University of Minnesota, encourages growers to stick with scouting threshold levels before applying insecticides.
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Commodity prices have crashed. Still, a University of Minnesota ag economist says there may be more downside yet to come.
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Farmers are not the only ones suffering from low commodity prices and a languishing farm bill. The Ag equipment industry is also taking a hit, which has some on Capitol Hill worried.
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John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association, highlights some of the top priorities of the sunflower industry as the push to get the next farm bill across the finish line continues.
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While beef export volume was down slightly in June, exports of U.S. beef hit the highest value in nearly two years. U.S. Meat Export Federation, President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, has the details.
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Dr. Glynn Tonsor, a livestock market economist at Kansas State University Extension, says cattle feedlots may have tough times ahead.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with a report on the spring wheat harvest.
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Two key USDA reports showed that U.S. farmers are set to produce a big crop this fall. Betty Resnick, an economist at the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the production number looks especially good for soybeans.
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USDA data shows corn sales jumped week-to-week, while wheat sales were narrowly lower. Corn sales in the seven days ending on August 1 were reported at 485,000 metric tons.
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Farming is a stressful occupation and the pressures are mounting for those in agriculture. One resource is helping farmers and ranchers in need.
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Leaders of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the Public Lands Council were not happy about the indictment of Charles and Heather Maude, family ranchers in western South Dakota.
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USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski says USDA is monitoring Brazil's corn harvest.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says mostly above normal temperatures and varying levels of precipitation are forecasted for the period of August 13 - 19.
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The USDA’s recent Land Values Report shows strength in farmland prices.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the top agricultural stories from the past week.
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Minnesota farmer’s markets participating in food assistance programs are eligible to apply for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s new Senior Farmers’ Market Cost-Share and Food Assistance Cost-Share programs.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features James Rogers, NDSU Ext. Forage Crops Production Specialist. Rogers offers some stockpiling tips to producers.
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With support from the Beef Checkoff Program and the National Pork Board, the U.S. Meat Export Federation recently brought a team of Sam's Club buyers from China to South Korea to learn about new packaging and merchandising techniques both for beef and pork cuts, as well as value-added items in the home meal replacement category.
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Patrick Fleming is back for his second stint with the National Pork Board, taking over the role of vice president of demand development.
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Increasing consumer confidence in how beef is raised in the U.S. can be a tall task. However, due to ranchers investing time in Beef Quality Assurance training, progress is being made one certification at a time.
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The National FFA Organization has reached a record-breaking milestone of having more than one million FFA members: 1,027,273.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Jim Callan, with James Callan Associates, serves as the Federal Legislative Director for the North Dakota Corn Growers Association. Callan provides a farm bill update from Washington D.C.
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North Dakota's farm real estate value, a measurement of the value of all land and buildings on farms, increased from 2023, according to USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service.
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The changes of the ag industry are making history.
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FFA State Officer leaders from all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands converged on Washington D.C. in July to advocate for agriculture at the federal level.
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Mark Watne serves as President of the North Dakota Farmers Union and discusses the farm bill timeline.
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U.S. sugar industry leaders is meeting in Seattle for the 39th annual International Sweetener Symposium hosted by the American Sugar Alliance.
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Senator Tammy Baldwin on August 1 introduced the Meat Small Business Innovation Act of 2024 to support farmers, ranchers, and small and medium-sized processors.
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Gary Crawford with USDA has the USDA Ag. Prices Report for June.
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More than 500 exhibitors and vendors will gather this week in Redwood County, Minnesota for Farmfest.
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In this month's episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Rusty Halvorson and Director of Real Estate Max Steffes talk about recent equipment and land values, and the 2024 National Auction Association Conference & Show that recently took place in Pittsburgh, PA.
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There is a crop scientist at the University of Illinois working to increase soybean yield dramatically.
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Many producers in North Dakota are hopeful for a late frost. Monica Fitterer serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Kidder County.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Wade Webster, NDSU Extension Soybean Pathology Specialist. Webster explains more about some of the diseases that are showing up in some soybean fields across North Dakota.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share this week's top new headlines in agriculture.
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The U.S. Pork Industry has a significant impact on America’s agricultural and overall economy. The National Pork Producers Council released a new economic contribution report detailing the impact.
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The U.S. dairy industry has evolved during the past 20 years, with fewer dairy farms producing more milk.
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Casey Peterson serves as the Program Development Manager and Co Interim Executive Director of the Northern Crops Institute. Last week, NCI welcomed a US Grains Council trade team for a tour of the ND biofuels industry. NCI is also hosting the Next 5 Years Conference on September 5, 2024.
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The current outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, which traces all the way back to 2022, is unusual in not only the fact that it’s infecting dairy cattle, but also that cases are continuing to be diagnosed in the warmer summer months.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures and precipitation is expected for most of the country during the period of August 6 - 12.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with a report on spring wheat condition.
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The Biden administration should set fair and reasonable criteria around farming practices for farmers and refineries seeking tax credits for sustainable aviation fuels.
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The USDA estimates 2023 farm production expenditures in the U.S. at $481.9 billion, up from $452.5 billion the previous year.
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The South Dakota Farm Bureau and the State Department of Agriculture will host this year’s Century Farm and Ranch program during the South Dakota State Fair on August 29, 2024.
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Cody Lyon, managing director of advocacy and political affairs for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the August recess is an important time in the political process.
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North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has activated the North Dakota Harvest Hotline.
“Farmers who need custom combining and combiners looking for a job should call us at 701-328-5110,” Goehring said. “Your name and information will be entered into the Harvest Hotline database to be matched up with other callers.”
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Beef producer Dick Hauser says the line between beef and dairy farming has gotten blurry in the last 20 years.
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USDA is going the extra mile to provide the information that the operators of small meat processing plants need to thrive. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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University of Minnesota Extension Integrated Pest Management Specialist Bruce Potter says many soybean fields are seeing water stress this summer.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich review some of this week's top ag stories.
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The Pork and Partners Community focuses on the needs of health care professionals through free continuing education opportunities, exciting events, featured recipes, evidence-based handouts and peer-reviewed research.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Frayne Olson, NDSU Extension Crops Economist and Marketing Specialist. Olson offers details on the corn, soybean and wheat markets in this report.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures nationwide will contrast a dividing line of areas of precipitation for period of July 30 to August 5.
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Canada is a top five destination for both U.S. beef and pork exports, but U.S. shipments are sometimes slowed by regulatory issues.
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Milk production in North Dakota during the April-June 2024 quarter totaled 57 million pounds, down 20% from the April-June quarter last year, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service.
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A corn grower-leader from Minnesota told the House Agriculture Committee that farmers across the country must have a reauthorized and strengthened farm bill.
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More than 500 organizations came together to send a letter to Congress calling for a new farm bill.
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The National FFA Organization announced the 16 finalists for its 2024 top achievement awards: American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American Star in Agricultural Placement, and American Star in Agriscience.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Greg Amundson serves on the North Dakota Corn Growers Association's board and farms near Gilby in Grand Forks County. We visited with Greg about his recent trip to Washington D.C. to talk about trade issues impacting North Dakota agriculture.
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Jeff Gale, NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Foster County, says interest in organic farming is growing.
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One research trial at the Carrington Research Extension Center is focused on lupins. Kristen Simmons, Research Agronomist at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center, explains more about what lupins are.
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South Dakota feedlots, with capacities of 1,000 or more head, contained 205,000 cattle on feed on July 1, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.
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USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski with the latest average steer price forecasts for 2024 and 2025.
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Fertilizer prices remain higher despite agriculture being past the high-demand spring season. Josh Linville of StoneX told Ag Web Dot Com that multiple global factors are the reason prices have stayed high.
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U.S. all-wheat production for 2024-2025 is forecast at 2.008 billion bushels, the largest wheat crop since 2016-2017.
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Wet conditions are raising concerns about wheat scab across the region.
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During a University of Minnesota Extension webinar last week, Extension agronomist Jeff Coulter said there’s a lot of variable corn fields across the state - with uneven stands.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich review some of this past week's top stories in agriculture.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says mixed temperatures across the country will contrast with near to above precipitation mostly nationwide for the period of July 23 - 29.
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The United Soybean Board recently met in Baltimore to set priorities for the upcoming year.
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Amber Wood serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance.As the North Dakota Livestock Alliance enters its 8th year of existence, North Dakota is experiencing a resurgence of growth in several sectors of the livestock industry.
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A rangeland experiment taking place in a pasture out in rural North Dakota is proving cows are good for the environment.
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USDA has lowered its season average price projection for corn. Gary Crawford with USDA has the story.
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This NDSU Ag Minute features Dr. Janet Knodel. Knodel is a Professor and Extension Entomologist at North Dakota State University. She discusses what pests farmers should be on the lookout for in their corn and soybean fields.
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Brazil’s farmers are expected to harvest 4.561 billion bushels of corn in the 2023-2024 season, including the country’s first, second, and third crops.
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Amanda Radke says BidOnBeef.com is another way consumers can purchase meat directly from the people who raised the cattle.
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Colleges across the Midwest, including the University of Minnesota and South Dakota State University, were surveyed to see which majors had the best graduation and job placement rates.
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According to the latest Crop Progress Report from USDA, in Minnesota corn and soybean condition rated 58 percent good to excellent.
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Farmers, ranchers, crop advisors, horticulturists and others had the opportunity to see cutting-edge agricultural research come to life through a variety of tours and demonstrations at the North Dakota State University Carrington Research Extension Center Field Day on July 16.
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A wet year often leads to increased disease pressure in corn fields.
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The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association, North Dakota Beef Commission and North Dakota CattleWomen will be joining forces to salute servicemen and women and their families during the 19th annual Beef Industry Military Appreciation Day July 23 at the North Dakota State Fair in Minot, N.D.
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A select group of 50 FFA alumni from across the country will convene in Des Moines, Iowa, July 21-25 to discuss future issues and opportunities in the field of production agriculture.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a unique combination of both near to above normal temperatures and precipitation is forecasted for much of the country during the period of July 15 – 21.
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Minnesota farmers looking to add safety equipment to their on-farm grain storage facilities can now apply for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Grain Storage Facility Safety Grant program.
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In this week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show, Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share this week's top stories.
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Farmers National Company says the agricultural land market has been exceptional over the past five years. Value gains show up in all classes of land in every region of the country.
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The #100KPorkChop Challenge is a contest that celebrates restaurants in the Washington, D.C., Capital Beltway area that features unique and delicious pork chop recipes.
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Track Manager Shane Kramme says it’ll be another showcase of the horse racing talent that’s raised in and around South Dakota.
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The National Pork Board completed research on consumer segmentation. David Newman, senior vice president of market growth at NPB, talks about the goals of the research project.
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A wet year will often lead to more disease in fields. Eric Branch is an Assistant Professor/Extension Plant Pathologist – Sugarbeet Specialist with North Dakota State University and the University of Minnesota. Branch offers some advice on what producers should be looking for in their fields.
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U.S. soybeans are facing a tough global market situation.
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Frayne Olson, a crops economist from North Dakota State University, talks more about the upcoming July WASDE report.
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Parts of Nebraska, South Dakota, and Iowa are struggling with the aftermath of flooding while still fighting a swollen Missouri River.
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A group of six North Dakota corn leaders are traveling to Washington, D.C. next week for National Corn Congress meetings, Capitol Hill visits, and national committee meeting work. Andrew Mauch serves as President of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association and talks more about the trip.
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North Dakota State University Extension and University of Minnesota Extension have partnered with the Livestock Marketing Information Center to provide a lamb market outlook webinar. The webinar begins at 7:30 p.m. CDT on July 10.
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It’s been a wet and challenging growing season for many producers in the region. Fields have been wet and most of June was cool. Andrew Mauch farms in southeastern North Dakota near Mooreton.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the clock is ticking on the crafting and passage of a new farm bill.
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Moderna will get 176 million dollars in federal funding from the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a human vaccine against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
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The value of U.S. beef exports topped $900 million in May, the highest since June 2023, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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Hailey Schweke is a graduate student at the University of Minnesota and a Real Pork Scholar.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures across most of the country and a mixture of precipitation levels are expected weather-wise for the period of July 9 - 15.
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Bill Durivage, a farm tire expert from Firestone Ag, says don’t overlook your tires because the right ones help your bottom line.
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In this week's episode of Agri-Biz, Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich cover the erratic crop and weed development for 2024, pest control in livestock, the Red River Valley Fair, and more.
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The United Nations’ designation of 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer gives the world a chance to highlight and celebrate the incredibly important role women play in ensuring global food security.
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Farmer sentiment lowered in June as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer reading of 105 was three points below May’s level.
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The Class III milk market has experienced significant volatility recently, with prices fluctuating and market participants seeking clear direction.
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NDSU Extension Veterinarian-Livestock Stewardship Specialist Dr. Gerald Stokka offers some summer fly control tips for ranchers.
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USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is asking everyone to take the proper precautions during food prep. Thaw the meat or poultry first. Marinate your protein in the refrigerator. Do not marinate on the counter.
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According to Statistics Canada data, Canadian farmers planted 58,000 acres of sunflowers this spring, which is down 42 percent from 2023.
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The June Planted Acreage report showed more corn and cotton acres than expected. Betty Resnick, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says numbers are up in almost all categories.
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NDSU Extension Veterinarian-Livestock Stewardship Specialist Dr. Gerald Stokka offers some summer fly control tips for ranchers with cows out on grass.
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A Pew Research Center survey shows some Americans are driving a decline in America’s support for renewable energy. While solar and wind power remain popular, support for expanding them is dropping.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during May 2024 in Minnesota was $4.36 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report. This was $1.97 below May 2023.
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The American Lamb Board is helping make American Lamb a more mainstream at-home dinner choice through partnerships with two virtual cooking class programs.
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Carson Klosterman, Chairman of the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council and corn producer from Wyndmere, encourages listeners to visit the Red River Valley Fair.
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There are some signs of strength in the dairy cattle market.
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Ben Tindall, Executive Director at Save Family Farming, says today’s producers are the solution, not the problem.
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The USDA is now accepting applications for its updated Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP).
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Rabobank’s 2024 July 4th Barbecue Index reached an unprecedented level this year. Hosting a ten-person barbecue on the Fourth of July will cost $99, the highest total on record.
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More and more producers are curious how artificial intelligence will impact the ag industry.
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In this episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Rusty Halvorson and Max Steffes talk with Jason Astrup of Astrup Law about estate planning, transitioning to the next generation on the farm or ranch, tax law, and more.
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In this week's episode of Agri-Biz, Rusty Halvorson talks with Traill County Economic Development executive director Jim Murphy and North Dakota Livestock Alliance executive director Amber Wood about a proposed Riverview LLP dairy facility in Herberg Township. Sarah Heinrich talks with NDSU Extension Farm Safety coordinator Angie Johnson about this summer's youth safety camps. Plus, another installment of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, featuring Jason Astrup of Astrup Law.
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Americans are expected to consume 375 million hamburgers this Fourth of July. How much will the average burger cost?
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Flooding in several northern states is a reminder that weather events impact crop growth and the ability to transport that crop.
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U.S. agriculture groups reacted to the USDA’s latest proposed Packers and Stockyards rule titled “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets.”
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Miranda Meehan, NDSU Livestock Environmental Stewardship Specialist, offers some advice on proper grazing management strategies.
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A proposed new dairy operation in Traill County could substantially increase the number of dairy cows in North Dakota.
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On April 30, 2024, the U.S. Department of Treasury released directives on the qualification of 45Q, sustainable aviation fuel production tax incentives. We visited with Dr. David Ripplinger, NDSU Extension Bioproducts/Bioenergy Economist, about the subject.
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The governors of Iowa, South Dakota, and Minnesota have all issued emergency declarations as heavy rains that began late last week flooded several rivers in the Upper Midwest.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation’s annual Summer Cookout Cost Survey shows food prices at record levels. Bernt Nelson, an economist with Farm Bureau, talks about the data.
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Safety should always be top of mind when operating an ATV.
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The Secure Pork Supply Plan is a voluntary initiative helping pork producers prepare for a potential foreign animal disease outbreak, in addition to guiding the development of a site-specific enhanced biosecurity plan.
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A recently announced nationwide food loss and waste reduction strategy involves four pillars which includes efforts by the Agriculture Department. Jean Buzby of the Office of the Chief Economist explains the reasons behind USDA and federal efforts to reduce U.S. food loss and waste by fifty per cent by the year 2030.
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Excessive rainfall in areas of Minnesota is causing some field issues and delays.
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Labor shortages continue to plague U.S. farmers and ranchers. Details on a letter AFBF sent to government agencies on the matter.
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Last month, more than 21 inches of rain fell in parts of Brazil's southernmost state, Rio Grande do Sul.
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After stockpiling crops for much of this season due to low commodity prices, many U.S. farmers continue to turn away buyers despite few signs that prices will improve.
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Iowa Senator Joni Ernst, whose frustration is echoed by the American Farm Bureau and those it represents.
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World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses USDA's June Price Forecasts for Steers for 2024 and 2025.
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In this week's episode of Agri-Biz, Sarah Heinrich talks with Dave Franzen of NDSU about fertilizer trends and Cody Cashman about the newly renovated Ag Education Center at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. Rusty Halvorson covered the World Association of Beet and Cane Growers conference in Fargo - talking with Harrison Weber of the RRVSGA, WABCG President David Thompson of East Grand Forks, American Sugarbeet Growers Association executive vice president and CEO Luther Markwart, and Hallock farmer Dan "Duck" Younggren. Also, the Northern Crops Institute hosted a webinar with Allison Thompson of The Money Farm in Ada, and she provided a wheat market update.
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Dr. Dave Franzen, NDSU Extension Soil Specialist, discusses changes in fertilizer recommendations over the past three decades.
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A new soy product on the market benefits both firefighters and the environment. Steve Reinhard, Chair of the United Soybean Board, talks about a new soy foam that firefighters can use to put out their fires.
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Cody Cashman serves as CEO of the Red River Valley Fair Association. The North Dakota Corn Utilization Council is proud to be a partner in helping with exciting improvements to the Ag Education Center at the Red River Valley Fair.
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With support from USDA and the Beef Checkoff Program the U.S. Meat Export Federation Corporate Chef recently educated chefs and culinary students from the Middle East about the attributes of U.S. beef.
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Producers who have stored seed are reminded to keep a close eye on seed moisture, according to the National Sunflower Association. NSA reminds growers to verify the seed moisture content is dry enough for storage at summer temperatures.
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Dr. Michael Cordonnier, an agronomist with Soybean and Corn Advisor, says the damage wasn’t limited to crops still in the field.
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The H5N1 virus continues to be a story in the dairy industry and the poultry industry it originated from. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the virus has differing effects on each industry.
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Gov. Doug Burgum has proclaimed June 17-23, 2024, as Pollinator Week in North Dakota. North Dakota is home to many pollinators, including more than 840,000 honey bee colonies.
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There’s been recent progress toward a 2024 Farm Bill, but is it fast enough? Farm Policy News from the University of Illinois says lawmakers have hinted that passage of a full farm bill this year is growing more unlikely.
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Dr. Dave Franzen, NDSU Extension Soil Specialist, discusses changes in fertilizer recommendations over the past 30 years.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has an update on the spring wheat crop.
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North Dakota State University is the 2024 Presenting Sponsor of the Red River Valley Fair.
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Ag leaders gathered at the Midwest Agriculture Summit in West Fargo last week. Krista Swanson, lead economist of the National Corn Growers Association, visited with us about some of corn’s top priorities on Capitol Hill.
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Food shoppers got a bit of good news on the food price front last week.
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USDA’s latest winter wheat production forecast reveals what could be a significant harvest for the 2024 crop.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes above normal temperatures and precipitation across much of the nation for the period of June 18th to 24th.
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Rio Grande do Sul, a major crop producer and agribusiness zone in Brazil, has been hard hit by unprecedented flooding. Record rainfall has affected more than 90 percent of the state, an area comparable to the United Kingdom.
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The National FFA Organization is hosting its summer Next Gen Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota, from June 25-28.
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It was Ag Tech Week in the Fargo/Moorhead area, with several events taking place in the surrounding area. Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share audio from this week's numerous events.
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For the first time, farmers and ranchers bought crop insurance policies on more than 500 million acres of land last year.
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Agricultural producers should make an appointment with their local Farm Service Agency office to complete crop acreage reports before their application deadline after planting is complete.
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A marketing initiative by the Iowa Pork Producers Association went viral last football season, encouraging consumers to purchase more ham and bacon through a clever name association.
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Bismarck, ND area producer Clark Coleman says he is done planting this year’s sunflower crop. His planting conditions this year were one of the best he has ever had. It rained whenever it was needed. His sunflowers are currently at the v-2 growth stage.
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Weed control is always top of mind for producers. Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weed Specialist, has some advice for growers on how to keep their fields clean.
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Reports are showing a surprising tax change in Brazil has the potential to make soy grown in the world’s largest soybean exporter less competitive with supplies from the U.S.
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The North Dakota Corn Growers Association hosted a Farm Bill update and breakfast at NDSU's Alumni Center on the NDSU campus. Producers received an update from Washington D.C from Jim Callan of James Callan Associates.
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Mexico elected Claudia Sheinbaum as their new president, and many ag leaders are hopeful that she and her administration will make decisions that benefit their ag trade relationship with the U.S.
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Sustainability means different things to different people. Samantha Werth, director of sustainability with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, talks about what sustainability means for the beef industry.
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It was a full room at the Midwest Agriculture Summit in West Fargo at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. Farmers and industry leaders gathered to learn more about industry insights, hear from ag experts about ag policy, the farm bill as well as commodity markets.
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U.S. pork exports posted another strong month in April. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom, has the details.
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American food insecurity is increasing the most drastically in the Midwest, and the number of food-insecure people increased by over 40 percent in several states from 2021 to 2022.
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The nation’s top ag retailers responded to a CropLife Survey on their 2024 outlook. The survey asked retailers about their overall outlook on the 2024 growing season based on market performance through spring fieldwork and planting time.
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The U.N. Food and Agricultural Organization’s Food Price Index stood at 120.4 points in May, up 0.9 percent from its revised April level. Increases in the price index for cereal and dairy products slightly more than offset decreases in those for sugar and vegetable oils.
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Midwest Dairy’s Iowa Division is looking for candidates to serve as the 71st annual Iowa Dairy Princess.
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The USDA’s first balance sheets for 2024-2025 supply and demand came out last month.
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is reminding pesticide applicators of state-specific restrictions for the use of dicamba herbicide for the 2024 growing season. Engenia by BASF, Tavium by Syngenta, and XtendiMax by Bayer are the only dicamba formulations labeled for use on dicamba-tolerant (DT) soybeans. In Minnesota, dicamba products cannot be applied on DT soybeans after June 12 south of Interstate 94 and after June 30 north of Interstate 94.
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On this week's episode of Agri-Biz, we recap some of this week's action from the North Dakota FFA State Convention! The "Ag Innovation Corridor" is highlighting the region's ag tech attractions, the North Dakota Soybean Council is supporting the region's livestock industry, and Northarvest Bean Growers Association President Eric Jorgenson give us a planting progress update near Leeds, ND. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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Commodity groups looking for opportunities overseas to move their products should look into the USDA’s GAIN Reports. GAIN stands for Global Ag Information Network.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during April 2024 in Minnesota was $4.22 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report. This was 4 cents below the March price and $2.27 below April 2023.
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Dr. Greg Lardy, Joe and Norma Peltier Vice President for Agriculture North Dakota State University, provides an overview of NDSU Agriculture, its mission areas and future priorities.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the national weather forecast for June 11th through the 17th.
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Farmers’ outlook improved in May as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Index rose to 108, a nine-point increase from April.
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The Feeding and Fueling the World Workshop is taking place June 19-20 in Fargo. This 2-day workshop will engage environmental science, chemistry, and biology teachers (and biotechnology instructors) in hands-on, phenomena-based lessons focused on integrating the science of modern food production into their classrooms and career technical education programs.
Zack Bateson, National Agriculture Genotyping Center, explains more about the highlights of the workshop.
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Sunflowers can be planted until late June in the Dakotas. The final planting dates for crop insurance purposes for sunflower vary by state and county.
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Acreage enrollment is taking place now through June 29th for USDA's Grassland Conservation Reserve Program. Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux provides an example of how the Grasslands Conservation Reserve Program might look on an individual property and what it could offer regarding conservation and economic benefits.
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Cultivating Caution is a monthly webinar series exploring the latest research, recommendations, and tips for staying safe and healthy while working in today’s agriculture industry.
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The American Lamb Board is kicking off its new summer promotion highlighting delicious and nutritious American lamb, perfect for grilling, smoking, and outdoor entertaining. ALB is recruiting nine consumers from across the country who love to cook and entertain those summer parties and compete in the Lambventures Grill-off.
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Dan Halstrom, USMEF President and CEO, says building the demand for U.S. red meat overseas is a big undertaking.
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The USDA announced it’s taking several additional actions to ensure the health and viability of the nation’s livestock and poultry. The agency is adding an additional $824 million in emergency funding from the Commodity Credit Corporation to bolster these efforts.
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The biggest pork expo in the world is about to begin at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Doug Fricke with the National Pork Producers Council says they are excited for the June 5th and 6th show at the 2024 World Pork Expo.
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After recent findings of highly pathogenic avian influenza in lactating dairy cows, Colombia was the only trading partner to impose restrictions on U.S. beef. Homero Recio, Latin America representative for the U.S. Meat Export Federation has an update on the situation.
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Meat processor JBS says China blocked shipments from the company’s Colorado plant because traces of ractopamine, a feed additive, were found in beef headed to China.
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The U.S. agricultural trade deficit is projected to increase again to $32 billion in fiscal year 2024, a $1.5 billion increase from the February projection.
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Gene Noem of the U.S. Meat Export Federation’s Executive Committee says traceability is something that should be on the mind of all livestock producers.
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On this week’s episode of Agri-Biz, Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich cover the farm bill from a corn perspective with Jim Callan of James Callan Associates LLC in Washington, DC, and a sugar perspective with Harrison Weber, executive director of the Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association. Dan Erdmann of Farm Rescue says volunteers were on the way to Iowa to help with planting after recent severe weather, and the Northern Crops Institute hosted a webinar about culinary innovations in pea protein.
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It took approximately 13 hours, but the House Agriculture Committee sent their version of the farm bill from Committee Chair GT Thompson to the full House for a vote.
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The Masters of Beef Advocacy program is a free, self-guided online course that provides members of the beef community with the tools and resources needed to become an advocate for the beef community.
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The Environmental Protection Agency opened a public comment period for Bayer’s application for registration of a low-volatility dicamba formulation for use in Roundup Ready 2 Xtend or XtendFlex Crops.
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The U.S. Meat Export Federation finished its spring conference last week with a closing session focusing on the red meat industry’s efforts to build international demand for beef and pork cuts with limited domestic use.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Jim Callan with James Callan Associates is located in Washington D.C. and works with the North Dakota Corn Growers Association. Callan provides an update on the progress the Farm Bill recently made as the House Ag Committee sent their version of the bill to the full House for a vote.
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Food and farm exporters interested in participating in USDA's agricultural trade mission to Vietnam in September only have days remaining to apply.
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Farmers have been making planting progress in between the recent rains and moisture. According to the latest Crop Progress Report from USDA, in North Dakota soybean planting is 52 percent complete, 84 percent of the spring wheat has been planted and 75 percent of the corn.
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The recent detections of H5N1 in dairy herds highlight the need for robust biosecurity measures for all species. Dr. Marisa Rotolo, National Pork Board’s Director of Swine Health emphasizes the importance of on-farm measures to keep it that way.
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USDA livestock analyst Michael McConnell discusses some of his takeaways from the latest Cattle on Feed report.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the expected transition of U.S. climatic patterns from an El Nino to a La Nina over the summer.
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A recent USDA study looks at how cover crop production integrated into cattle operations might provide economic benefits for producers as well as resource conservation benefits.
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CattleFax CEO Randy Blach spoke at the U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Meeting in Kansas City, Missouri. Blach commented on the current state of cattle markets.
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The House Agriculture Committee has passed their version of the next five-year farm bill, but Congressional leaders are less than hopeful the bill will get across the finish line before a new fall deadline.
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Firestone Ag, a business of Bridgestone Americas, will close entries for the 2024 Rock the Crop Sweepstakes on June 6. This year's sweepstakes is open exclusively for chapters of the National FFA Organization.
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As the weather warms, it’s time to get out and get cooking. Neal Hull, director of domestic market development with the National Pork Board, talks about ways to pair fresh flavors with pork this summer.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last week announced USDA is investing in domestic fertilizer projects to strengthen competition for U.S. agriculture.
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In this month's episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Director of Real Estate Max Steffes and Rusty Halvorson visit about current commodity prices, an adjustment in land prices, some highlights of the Rural Mainstreet Index, planting progress, upcoming Steffes Auction events in June, and more. Learn more at steffesgroup.com.
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In this week's episode of the Agri-Biz show, the House Ag Committee passed a farm bill after sometimes contentious debate, the Minneapolis Fed Reserve tallied interest costs for 2023, CattleFax CEO Randy Blach talks about the cattle markets, and Auction Talk with Steffes Group.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and precipitation can be found in most areas of the country for the period of May 28 - June 3.
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May is World Trade Month, and this is World Trade Week on the calendar.
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Mac Marshall, the vice president of market intelligence for the United Soybean Board, talks about what the May numbers mean for the soy market.
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Milk production in the 24 major milk-producing states during April reached 18.3 billion pounds, down 0.2 percent from April 2023.
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NDSU Extension is hosting a Junior Crop Scout School at the Carrington Research Extension Center in June. The purpose of this program is to teach youth through a hands-on workshop basic crop scouting skills. Alicia Harstad is the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Barnes County.
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Export markets are an important sales outlet for American food and agricultural production. Since 2008, an average of 20 percent of the value of all U.S. agricultural output has been shipped to destinations in other countries.
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As drivers hit the road for the Memorial Day weekend, Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, talks about the emergency E15 waiver and what it means for summer driving.
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Nicole Wardner with the North Dakota Beef Commission offers some fun ways you can feature beef on the plate this summer season.
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Farmers have been getting some seed in the ground. According to the latest crop progress report from USDA, in North Dakota 33 percent of the soybeans, 71 percent of the spring wheat and roughly half of the corn has been planted.
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The Economic Research Service reports that the cost of soybean seeds per acre has risen more than 260 percent since 1997, while total soybean production costs have risen 157 percent.
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Frayne Olson, an agricultural economist with North Dakota State University Extension, says there’s a lot of old crop to move yet.
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Pork prices have pushed higher in California because of Prop 12, and the National Pork Producers Council is seeing consumer backlash against it.
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It’s no secret in U.S. agriculture how valuable trade is to multiple sectors. Daniel Whitley, administrator of the Foreign Agricultural Service.
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The Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank determined that farmers in the Ninth District paid approximately $840 million in interest payments during 2023.
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The 2018 Farm Bill expired last year, and Congress passed a one-year extension of that bill. Joby Young, executive vice president of the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the time is now to get a new bill through Congress.
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A new report from The Hill says that pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and agriculture interests have combined to spend over $400 million lobbying Congress on a new farm bill.
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In this week’s headlines of Agri-Biz with Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich - a recent Minnesota Soy mission to Uzbekistan pays off, Minnesota's legislators were working hard ahead of a deadline on Monday, new faces on the Board at ND Corn, and agribusiness news with PTx Trimble.
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A new tool helps farmers track tar spot and researchers to learn more about the disease.
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USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski says he expects the world will produce a record large 798 million ton wheat crop this year.
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USDA meteorologist Mark Brusberg says a mixed bag of temperatures and mostly above normal precipitation are part of the nation's weather forecast for the period of May 21 - 27.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Brenda Elmer is the Executive Director for the North Dakota Corn Growers Association and talks more about growing a healthy animal ag industry in North Dakota.
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Tait Berg, senior agricultural coordinator for the Minneapolis Federal Reserve, says farmers in the Ninth District have seen interest rates double in the last couple of years.
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The May WASDE Report contained the first look at the new crop year’s supply and demand balance sheets.
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There’s a lot of other work to be done when planting finishes. The temptation may be to let it sit there until next season. Planter experts say that could mean a risk of problems next spring.
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U.S. Meat Export Federation, or USMEF, says March exports of U.S. pork were steady with last year’s volume but were slightly higher in value, according to data released by USDA.
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During the next several weeks, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will conduct two major mid-year surveys, the June Agricultural Survey and the June Area Survey.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses the latest on federal efforts to monitor, prevent, and study a form of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza found in dairy cattle.
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The USDA strongly encourages eligible conservation partners to submit proposals for $10 million in available funds to research the Conservation Reserve Program’s environmental benefits.
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The 2024-2025 U.S. corn outlook calls for larger supplies, greater domestic use and exports, and higher ending stocks.
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The newly appointed CEO of the Soy Checkoff, Lucas Lentsch, has been hitting the road to visit soybean farmers across the nation.
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Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD) introduced legislation to streamline the permitting process for broadband infrastructure projects.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation’s seventh annual Farm Dog of the Year Contest, co-sponsored by Nestle Purina Pet Care, celebrates farm dogs and the many ways they support farmers and ranchers.
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Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, talks about policy development in D.C. and how it could impact consumers' pocketbooks.
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In this week's episode of AGRI-BIZ, Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share audio from the field regarding planting progress ranging across the region from Williams County, North Dakota to the Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative in Renville, Minnesota. Also, trade delegations from Africa and Cambodia visited the area this week to learn more about the region's corn and soybean production.
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The Dakota Resource Council will host a "Conversation about Ranching" on Tuesday, June 4th at the Kennedy Center in Bismarck, ND. Rusty Halvorson talked with DRC's Ag and Food Field Organizer Sam Wagner and cow/calf operator Cory Hart of Chaseley, ND, about the event. Topics will include electronic ID tag requirements for cattle, country of origin labeling of beef, North Dakota's beef checkoff program, and programs within farm bill.
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A recent Rabobank report says the global pork industry is starting to shift as sow herd numbers begin to plateau after declining for some time.
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Low commodity prices, high input costs, and disappointing 2023 growing season results are influencing farmer decisions in 2024.
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The National Agricultural Statistics Service announced in April that it would cancel the July Cattle inventory report, and discontinued county yield and production estimates for crops and livestock for 2024.
Troy Joshua, NASS director of the statistics division, says that the budget forced NASS "to make decisions that are very uncomfortable." However, Joshua says the county level data could return if the funding was restored.
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Rusty Halvorson talked with Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative's Ag Strategy Manager Cody Bakker about planting, weed control and the slicing campaign of the '23 crop for the Renville, Minnesota, cooperative.
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Some much needed rain arrived in northwestern North Dakota this week. Kelly Leo NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Williams County talks more about planting progress in the area.
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U.S.-grown soybean oil is being used as a concrete durability enhancer in roads.
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Registration is open for a free 2-day workshop for North Dakota teachers – Feeding and Fueling the World. The workshop is focused on integrating the science of modern food production into their classrooms and career technical education programs. Jean Henning with the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council encourages teachers from across the state to get signed up. This event is taking place June 19-20. If you would like to get signed up, registration is open.
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The recent WASDE report contained some surprises in the world’s soybean production estimates. Mac Marshall, vice president of market intelligence for the United Soybean Board, says the market was looking for a cut in Brazil’s soybean production.
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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, more commonly known as NASA, made an appearance at the 2024 Washington Watch event in D.C.
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According to the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, in Minnesota corn planting was 42 percent complete, 17 percent of the soybeans are in the ground and more than half of the spring wheat crop has been planted.
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Senators Chuck Grassley, Amy Klobuchar and John Cornyn are calling for enhanced interagency coordination in the federal response to the avian flu outbreak.
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The value of U.S. beef exports in March was the highest since June of 2023 at just under $890 million, according to Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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South Dakota Farmers Union is hosting its annual photo contest, Celebrating Life on the Family Farm & Ranch May 1 – July 31, 2024. The winning photographer receives $250.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during March 2024 in Minnesota was $4.26 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report. This was 2.21 below March 2023.
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U.S. Trade Representative’s Office Chief Agricultural Negotiator Doug McKalip talking about efforts to open up the Port of Baltimore.
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CropLife America commissioned the University of Arkansas to conduct a three-year assessment that evaluates the environmental benefits and impacts of pesticide application on corn, cotton, and soybeans.
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U.S. ag groups are reacting to the House and Senate Ag Committee leaders who released their farm bill overviews.
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House Agriculture Committee Chair G.T. Thompson and Senate Ag Chair Debbie Stabenow each released overviews of each committee’s version of the new farm bill last week.
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In this week's episode of AGRI-BIZ, Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich cover the top headlines in agriculture. Planting in cool and wet soils, GREET model guidelines for biofuels released this week, predictive AI in agriculture, NDSU sheep auction, buying local at Alsager Meats, and more.
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Spring weather has been very active in parts of farm country. USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey explains more about the expected weather pattern.
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For the tenth straight year, Culver’s is offering guests a single scoop of Fresh Frozen Custard in exchange for a $1 donation to local FFA chapters and other agricultural education organizations.
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The USDA’s Farm Service Agency reminds agricultural producers that Farm Loan Programs can be used to support a variety of climate-smart practices.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. The Biden administration released guidance on its sustainable aviation fuel subsidy program that allows corn-based ethanol to qualify for the program if it’s sourced from farms using climate-friendly growing techniques. Andrew Mauch serves as President of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association.
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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has affected dairy herds in several states. Mike North, Producer Division President with Ever.Ag, talks about how the markets have reacted to the news.
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Mike Strantz, vice president of advocacy with the National Farmers Union, talks about areas inside the bill that are important to the National Farmers Union.
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The difference in Brazil’s soybean production estimates from USDA and Brazil’s counterpart is quite large in 2024.
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More consumers are placing growing importance on buying sustainable, local food products - including at the meat counter. Rusty Halvorson recently talked with fifth generation rancher Josh Alsager of Walcott, North Dakota, about his family's long history in sustainable beef production. Alsager is also co-owner of Alsager Meats of Audubon, MN and Fargo, ND.
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Farmers in Minnesota are making some planting progress. According to the latest crop progress report from USDA, corn planting was 30 percent complete, 14 percent of the soybeans are in the ground, and half of the oats and spring wheat crops have been planted.
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Farmers National Company reports that overall farmland demand remains extraordinarily strong and land values are holding steady in most areas.
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Studies show that farmer suicide rates are several times higher than the national average. Jessica Cabrera, managing director of member engagement with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says mental health among farmers and ranchers is an important topic.
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The USDA released its 2024 Prospective Plantings Report in March. Mac Marshall, vice president of market intelligence for the United Soybean Board, talks about the soybean numbers that stood out in the report.
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Alan Bjerga with the National Milk Producers Federation has the details.
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The ethanol industry and its backers in Congress have a new concern over the Environmental Protection Agency’s handling of summertime E15 sales, allowed so far on a temporary summer-to-summer basis.
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After weeks of paying higher prices, those increases at the gas pump may be nearing a halt as refineries complete the transition from winter to summer gas blends.
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USDA recently wrapped up a successful trade mission to New Delhi, India. Alexis Taylor, USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, says the first mission to India in seven years was very productive.
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About 13 percent of U.S. farms participated in Federal crop insurance programs in 2022, with the highest share from small family farms.
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In this week's episode of AGRI-BIZ, Cass County 4-H signs up a new round of kids for the Livestock Enhancement Program at the Red River Valley Fair, sugarbeet planting leaps forward in the region, researchers at the NDSU Carrington Research Center are gearing up for the growing season, USDA is trying to get ahead of bird flu in dairy cattle, and more.
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Oklahoma State University Livestock Market Economist, Derrell Peel, talks about the April Cattle on Feed Report released on April 19,
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The Rural Development Finance Corporation has issued its first loan through the Meat and Poultry Intermediary Lending Program, which offers low-interest financing for the start-up, expansion or operation of regional meat processing facilities, to Kramlich-Deede Meats in Medina.
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The last couple of years have seen outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in the spring and fall as temperatures change. However, this year has seen an unusual outbreak of the virus among dairy cattle. Bernt Nelson, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, provides an update
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures and precipitation will be predominant across much of the nation during the period of April 30 - May 6.
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U.S. sunflower oil exports in the first five months of the marketing year stand at 11,045 metric tons (MT) a slight decrease of 1,407 MT from the same time a year ago.
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The U.S agricultural industry is entering the growing season, which means things will get busy. The National Agricultural Aviation Association is asking all uncrewed aircraft system operators (or drones) to be mindful of low-altitude crewed or manned agricultural aircraft operations.
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Registration is open for a free 2-day workshop for North Dakota teachers – Feeding and Fueling the World. The workshop is focused on integrating the science of modern food production into their classrooms and career technical education programs. Heidie Haugo with the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council has the details.
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Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom explains that with support from USDA and the Beef Checkoff Program, USMEF is finding new opportunities for underutilized cuts in a wide range of international markets. These efforts, along with marketing of beef variety meats, help maximize the value of every animal.
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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers will host the Modern Ag on the Mall event next month in Washington, D.C.
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Dr. Rosslyn Biggs, a beef cattle specialist with Oklahoma State University, says the HPAI cases underscore a need for vigilance in protecting cattle from wildlife.
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USDA livestock analyst Shayle Shagam explains a marker in measuring marketing of cattle in feedlots, and how it could indicate current trends in cattle inventory.
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Farmers aren’t the only ones prepping for the spring planting season. Researchers at the Carrington Research Extension Center in central North Dakota are doing the same.
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The Minnesota 95th State FFA Convention is taking place in Minneapolis.
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Dr. Beth Thompson, South Dakota State Veterinarian, talks about a number of the common signs of HPAI infection that producers need to watch for.
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Andrew Mauch serves as the President of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association. Mauch talks more about how the ethanol markets are being impacted by carbon capture and sequestration and how it effects corn producers.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures and precipitation are expected for much of the nation for the period of April 23 - 29.
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The Food and Agriculture – Information Sharing and Analysis Center released its first annual report on ransomware incidents in the U.S. food and agriculture sector.
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Steffes Group Director of Real Estate Max Steffes and Rusty Halvorson discuss land auction highlights from Q1 2024, trend expectations heading into the U.S. elections this fall, some of the highest selling items from March and more!
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In this week's episode of AGRI-BIZ, Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich cover the latest developments in the carbon conversation for agriculture, plus highlights of Auction Talk with Steffes Group.
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Market bears have not been hibernating this winter in the grain markets. Allison Thompson is a market analyst with The Money Farm located in Ada, Minnesota.
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Hormel Foods is the latest U.S. pork producer to reach a settlement in the ongoing allegations of a price-fixing conspiracy in the meat industry. In the first settlement round, Hormel will pay $2.43 million to the commercial indirect purchaser class in the case.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Andrew Mauch, NDCGA President, talks more about how the ethanol markets are being impacted by carbon capture and sequestration and how it effects corn producers.
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Spring planting progress has begun across the region. Along with getting the work done, comes to the decision as to what to plant. Jeff Gale serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Foster County. He talks more about what producers are planning to plant in 2024 in the Carrington area.
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Spring planting progress is taking place across the region. Andrew Mauch farms in southeastern North Dakota near Mooreton.
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Scott Jacobson, public affairs officer with the U.S. Forest Service, says since 2002, foresters and crews have been replanting trees to help the forest fill back in after the Jasper Fire.
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The first case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is now confirmed in Minnesota. The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed the first 2024 outbreak in Minnesota in a Meeker County flock.
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For the second straight month, unit sales of 100-plus horsepower ag tractors increased in the U.S. New data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers says March sales jumped 3.2 percent compared to last year, following February’s increase of 2.8 percent compared to 2023.
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Lance Honig with USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service saying that the weekly crop progress report is as near to real time crop information as you can get.
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John Swanson and Kevin Capistran have been re-elected to the Minnesota Sunflower Council.
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South American corn production numbers will be lower than expected, especially in Argentina.
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The 2025 American Farm Bureau Federation’s Ag Innovation Challenge opened applications last week and announced a big change to the prize money.
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The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is canceling the July Cattle report and discontinuing the Cotton Objective Yield Survey, as well as all County Estimates for Crops and Livestock beginning with the 2024 production year.
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There’s a lot of excitement surrounding the possible early start to field work this spring, but farmers are expected to harvest fewer dollars this growing season.
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USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service last week announced the availability of more than $12 million to control and prevent chronic wasting disease in wild and farmed deer and elk.
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Over the past two years, low river levels along the Mississippi River system have had a negative impact on farmers and ag businesses throughout the U.S. Those issues may continue for many more years if they’re not addressed.
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In this week's episode of Agri-Biz, Sarah Heinrich talks with Kayla Pulvermacher of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association about the farm bill debate and the group's upcoming E-Tour with EPA officials. Rusty Halvorson talks with North Dakota Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring about protecting the dairy cattle from the movement of avian influenza around the nation. North Dakota Senator John Hoeven unveiled the FARMER Act in Washington, DC, to strengthen crop insurance. The National Wheat Yield Contest has a new website and is adding a new category this year. AURI hosted its New Uses Forum in Mankato, MN, this past week.
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While high cattle prices are cause for celebration, CEO of the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion Board, Greg Hanes says the cattle numbers are much lower, and it doesn’t look like the rebuilding phase will begin anytime soon.
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Nutrien Ag Solutions recently announced a multi-year commitment of nearly $850,000 to the National FFA Organization in support of its commitment to shape future agriculture leaders.
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The National Wheat Foundation is now accepting entries for its ninth annual yield contest, which features a new website and pilot category for 2024.
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A coalition of farm groups this week urged senate leadership to pass the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Bill Wagner is the District 3 Rep for the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Wagner was recently elected by his peers to serve as the NDCUC Vice Chairman. He farms near Neche, ND.
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USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service announced Tuesday that it is canceling the July Cattle report and discontinuing the Cotton Objective Yield Survey and all County Estimates for Crops and Livestock beginning with the 2024 production year.
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The University of Minnesota’s Center for Farm Financial Management reports the average Minnesota farmer made just over $44,000 in 2023, a 76% drop from 2022’s record net income.
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American Farmland Trust is calling for agricultural influencers working in corn, soy, wheat, cotton, and dairy systems to apply for the chance to attend AFT’s Advanced Soil Health Training.
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This month is a good time to look for invasive pests and plant diseases in your area and enact prevention methods.
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Dr. Rosemary Sifford with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, saying that animal disease experts are collecting a massive amount of data on the outbreak of avian influenza in dairy herds.
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The Ohio Department of Agriculture received confirmation that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been found in an Ohio dairy herd.
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Betty Resnick, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, explains the basics of reference prices.
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The March Grain Stocks Report from USDA showed a lot of old crop grain is in storage on farms across rural America.
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North Dakota State University Extension and University of Minnesota Extension are hosting a webinar on April 29 for producers to learn more about sheep and goat grazing during drought conditions.
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More and more producers continue to look to technology to help simplify things on the farm and ranch. Kevin Sedivec, NDSU Ext. Rangeland Management Specialist & Interim Director of the Central Grasslands REC in Streeter, talks more about the interest in virtual fencing.
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On this week's episode of AGRI-BIZ with Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich, we learn how to celebrate National Soy Foods month in April. There are new faces on the North Dakota Corn Growers Association board of directors, Minnesota lawmakers returned from the Easter Recess, NDSU will be home to a new ag policy research center, Peterson Farms Seed hosted another round of Cup of Agronomy meetings, and USDA hosted a trade mission to South Korea. Those stories and more on AGRI-BIZ for April 7, 2024.
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The Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act is regularly coming before Congress. Tanner Beymer, senior director of government affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, says the bill never seems to go away.
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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers will showcase the Future of Food and Farming in Washington, D.C., during the second Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures and precipitation are expected for much of the nation for the period of April 9 - 15.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. A free corn-ethanol webinar will be held from 12-1 p.m. CST on April 16. NDSU Professor and Bioenergy Economist Dr. David Ripplinger will discuss policy updates, carbon intensity and carbon capture. You can register at www.ndethanol.org.
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Marc Dresner, Director of Integrated Communications for the American Egg Board, says just how many eggs might surprise you.
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Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor discusses the strength and growing diversity of South Korea as an ag export market.
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The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer shows an improved outlook for U.S. farmers during March.
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U.S. sales of E15, a blend of 15% ethanol and 85% gasoline, are estimated to have hit a record 1.11 billion gallons in 2023, an increase of 8% over 2022, according to a Renewable Fuels Association analysis of data released by state agencies in Minnesota and Iowa.
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Producers surveyed across the United States intend to plant 90.0 million acres of corn in 2024, down 5% from last year, according to the Prospective Plantings report released by USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service.
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Officials from the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service have confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Michigan dairy herd.
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U.S. agriculture and other industries could take a hit after last week’s collapse of a major Port of Baltimore bridge whose wreckage now blocks shipping traffic in and out of the port. The twisted steel and concrete wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge lies at the bottom of the Patapsco River and on top of the skyscraper-size cargo ship that brought it down, killing at least six.
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American Agri-Women is expanding its annual Washington DC Fly-In event, opening it up for the first time to all women involved in the agricultural and natural resource industries.
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The Potato Sustainability Alliance is a group that helps growers define, measure and advance sustainability practices in their production. And CEO John Mesko says last year PSA launched an online mobile app that farmers can use to report their sustainability practices and learn new approaches to production.
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Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, says the latest numbers from USDA showed that 350-thousand metric tons of soybeans were exported via container from the Port of Baltimore in 2023.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the national weather forecast for April 2nd through the 8th.
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Farm groups urged EPA administrator Michael Regan to swiftly grant a waiver that would allow summertime E15 sales and offset disruptions in the global energy markets.
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The March Cattle on Feed Report showed placements in the month of February that were up 9.6 percent over last year.
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In this week's episode of Agri-Biz with Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich - Soybean growers lobbied for the farm bill on Capitol Hill, USDA released its Prospective Plantings report, the Port of Baltimore was shut down, NDSU hosted its Soybean Symposium, Columbia Grain released climate-smart rice, ND Corn has new grower leadership.
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The tri-state area is one of the top honey producing areas in the country.
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Prop 12 is already raising the price of pork in California. In effect for just over six months, pork sales have dropped across the state.
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Carson Klosterman farms near Wyndmere. Klosterman is the District 1 representative for the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council and was recently elected by his peers to serve as NDCUC Chairman.
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Members of the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association recently spent time on Capitol Hill discussing the Farm Bill. Nancy Johnson serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association.
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Beef Producers can get paid for a sustainability plan for their beef cow herd. Jared Knock, vice president of business development for AgSpire, talks about how to get a plan going.
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Beef cattle prices continue to be at historically high levels. USDA livestock analyst, Mike McConnell, with comments on the current high prices for beef cattle.
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Workforce is a primary challenge for agriculture. Improving the workplace culture on the farm can help recruit and retain a good team of people. Linda Swindling is a professional negotiator who understands the unique family dynamics of the farm.
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Demand for soybean oil as a feedstock in the production of renewable diesel is rising as the U.S. aims to increase the adoption of cleaner-burning fuels. Renewable diesel is the preferred replacement for traditional diesel, and U.S. production is predicted to increase sharply in the years ahead.
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Agricultural loan demand increased in 2023, and agricultural lending by U.S. farm banks grew 6.7 percent to $110 billion.
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Jeff Ditzenberger, a Wisconsin farmer featured in "Greener Pastures", is the founder of TUGS, a mental health resource based in Green County, Wisconsin.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains how the lack of Spring flooding concerns along the Missouri River system could translate into low water concerns for barge traffic along the mid and lower Mississippi River this fall.
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Executive Director of Nutrition Research at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Dr. Shalene McNeill, talks about the latest beef nutrition research.
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The USDA’s Economic Research Service reported that the number of U.S. wheat farms has dropped substantially over time. Ryan Hanrahan, Farmdoc social media manager and farm policy news editor at the University of Illinois took a look at the numbers in the March Wheat Outlook Report.
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After months of hard work by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and the USDA, Columbia reopened its market to U.S. poultry and egg producers.
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If you are looking for some “out of the box” Easter menu ideas. Nicole Wardner with the North Dakota Beef Commission offers some fun ideas on how to add beef to your holiday spread.
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Nicole Wardner with the North Dakota Beef Commission offers some fun menu ideas for your holiday spread.
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A shrinking U.S. cattle herd means fewer cattle on the landscape and fewer dollars to be used to support the Beef Checkoff. Nicole Wardner with the North Dakota Beef Commission explains how those dollars are being invested.
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Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich have this week's top farm and ranch stories!
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Mexican corn imports are expected to rise during the 2024-2025 marketing year amid increased demand.
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The 2024 growing season is expected to bring a unique combination of El Niño this spring through early summer before switching to La Niña in late summer through early fall.
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Preparation has begun on the ranch as the first major snow storm of the season is making its way into the region. Monica Fitterer serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Kidder County. Fitterer says keeping those cows well protected and out of the wind is key.
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Ranchers across the region are preparing for the cold and snow that is expected to arrive this weekend. Dr.Gerald Stokka, NDSU Extension Veterinarian-Livestock Stewardship Specialist, explains the importance of making sure you get new calves up and warm as soon as possible.
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The 2024 Feeding the Economy report demonstrates the broad reach of the U.S. agricultural sector, drilling down to the state and congressional district level.
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Greg Amundson is a member of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association state board of directors from the Gilby area in Grand Forks county. Amundson recently participated in the American Council for Ethanol "fly-in" in Washington, D.C.
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USDA’s final ‘Product of USA’ labeling rule could provide some added-value opportunities for cattle producers.
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Cargill awarded a three-year grant of $3.15 million to the National FFA Organization in support of its commitment to shape future agriculture leaders.
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The national average gas price increased for the third consecutive week, climbing 4.4 cents from a week ago to $3.44 per gallon, according to GasBuddy.
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According to Statistics Canada data, Canadian farmers intend to plant 83,500 acres of sunflowers this spring, which is down 16 percent from 2023.
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Leaders of the National Sunflower Association recently spent time on Capitol Hill talking about the Farm Bill. John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association, talks more about the priorities of the association and the "buzz" in D.C.
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Purina Animal Health, along with the Land O’ Lakes Foundation, has opened its scholarship program designed to assist students with experience in agriculture and livestock production to pursue their education.
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There are a few days left to finish an on-time farm bill. NCGA President Tom Haag says he believes their message is loud and clear to lawmakers.
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Certified Angus Beef launched a brand-new Ranch to Table Program. That means Angus farmers and ranchers now have the option to market their beef directly to consumers as a CAB product.
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Earlier this year, the Environmental Protection Agency released a proposed strategy for herbicide use.
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Building on a robust first half of 2023, July pork exports continue to outpace 2022 levels. USDA data showed July pork exports at 219,000 metric tons, up five percent from last year, while export value rose one percent to $628.7 million.
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The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization’s Food Price Index averaged 121.4 points in August, a 2.6-point drop from July, reversing the rebound registered that month.
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Wheat harvest is going on around the world. Kim Anderson, a grain market economist with Oklahoma State University, talks about harvest progress.
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USDA recently released a forecast for lower farm income in 2023. The net farm income estimate for 2022 was $183 billion, and the 2023 forecast is $141.3 billion.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes a mixed bag of both temperature and precipitation ranges during the period of September 13 - 19.
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Since Hurricane Idalia hit Florida, the livestock body count is climbing higher, especially in poultry operations.
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In this week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show, we have an update on the farm bill's progress (or continued lack thereof) in Washington, D.C. Peterson Farms Seed hosted its popular Field Insights field day at company headquarters, Cows & Co Creamery of Carrington, N.D., took home top honors at the Minnesota State Fair, and the Nelson family is celebrating another Aronia Berry Harvest Festival on Sunday. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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U.S. Trade Representative's Office Chief Agricultural Negotiator Doug McKalip discusses a U.S. dispute with Mexico's policy on biotech grain products, and efforts to resolve the matter within the framework of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
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Declining supplies and strong consumer demand in the U.S. are driving cattle prices higher, and lower domestic beef supply has also held up prices in Canada and Europe.
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Jacquie Holland is a grain market analyst with Farm Futures and says the acreage battle between corn and soybeans might not be as intense next spring.
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Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, says the inland waterway system is running at very low levels.
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This View from the Cab segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Soybean Council. Dr. Sam Markell Professor and Plant Pathologist at NDSU discusses more about the Soybean Cyst Nematode Sampling Program.
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Minnesota organic farmers and handlers are encouraged to apply for a rebate of up to 75% of their organic certification costs through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
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The USDA’s annual land values study found farm real estate values increased 7.4 percent over the past year. And the Federal Reserve Banks of Chicago and Kansas City reported nine and seven percent increases respectively.
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The Environmental Protection Agency “tweaked” its WOTUS rule to fit a Supreme Court decision earlier this year. Mary-Thomas Hart, chief counsel for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, says the move comes out of the Sackett vs. EPA court case.
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Prolonged drought and record heat are threatening soybean yields in several key growing states across the Midwest.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Drew Courtney farms in the Oakes area and explains more about North Dakota Agricultural Mitigation.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses drought coverage of spring and winter wheat growing areas for the period ending August 29th.
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School might be back in session and fall sports underway, but there is still plenty of grilling time ahead.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes near to above normal temperatures and near to below normal rainfall are expected for the period of September 5 - 11.
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Farm incomes in the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank’s district flattened out in the second quarter of 2023.
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When compared to other protein sources, canola meal is proven to have measurable advantages for dairy cows. Brittany Wood is the director of canola utilization for the Canola Council of Canada. She talks about what dairy producers should know about canola meal.
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Food price inflation is cooling down and could be down to so-called "normal" levels in 2024.
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Advancements in technology and conservation allow soybean farmers to be more efficient and sustainable.
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In this installment of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, auctioneers Max Steffes and Brad Olstad talk about the recent trends in auction values, and what those trends may indicate for the year ahead. There have been hot spots and soft spots in recent equipment sales, and harvest items have been in high demand. Farmers are watching tightening farm margins, higher interest rates and inflationary concerns as they manage their assets approaching the new calendar year. Given those concerns, has the red hot land market finally reached a top? Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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With misinformation being spread recently questioning the safety and quality of beef products sold in the United States, Marination and Cured Meats Product Manager at JBT FoodTech, David Hayden, explains the facts, and why it is safe to buy beef at the grocery store and directly from a farmer and rancher.
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A new study from the National Oilseed Processors Association and the United Soybean Board highlights how the soybean industry impacts the U.S. economy.
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The Rural & Agriculture Council of America is asking Congress to bolster American agricultural production in the next iteration of the farm bill.
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USDA Wildlife Services personnel can help North Dakota and South Dakota producers who have blackbird problems.
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As demand for pork in Mexico continues to grow so does the desire to try new cuts beyond chops and loins.
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The potato industry doesn't like the phrase 'couch potato' -- it implies that potatoes are unhealthy and that you're inactive or unhealthy if you enjoy potatoes. Potatoes USA President and CEO Blair Richardson says the organization is changing the narrative on potatoes by sharing their research findings that potatoes are a healthy and nutritious food.
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For the first time in over a month, the nation's average price of gasoline declined, falling four cents from a week ago to $3.78 per gallon.
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According to the latest Crop Progress Report from USDA, spring wheat harvest in North Dakota was 38% complete, that’s well behind the 56% average.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will attend the 2023 Farm Progress Show Wednesday to announce a major investment in clean energy for rural Americans.
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Tony Dorn of the National Agricultural Statistics Service explains some of the findings from USDA's 2023 Technology Use on Farms report.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Jean Henning, Executive Director of the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council, explains more about the NCI DDGS Procurement Course. The course is taking place in Minneapolis/St. Paul from August 28 – 30, and in Fargo from August 31 – September 2, 2023.
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The USDA’s Farm Service Agency is updating the Livestock Indemnity Program payment rate to support livestock producers in the Midwest who have lost cattle to the extreme heat and humidity experienced this summer. The 2023 LIP payment rate for beef calves over 800 pounds will increase from $1244 per head to $1618, an increase of $374.
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says Congress will deliver a farm bill, but not likely in September.
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Major U.S. agriculture organizations sent letters to all 2024 presidential candidates asking them to prioritize trade. The letters encourage each candidate to prioritize new market access trade agreements to help strengthen U.S. ag and decrease reliance on China.
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Ag Department Commissioner Thom Petersen says the hot weather is taking a toll on poultry and other livestock.
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The National Farmers Union will host its annual member fly-in September 11-13 in Washington, D.C.
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For this week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show, we get a sneak peek at the annual field day at Peterson Farms Seed headquarters and an agronomy update for this season's sugarbeet crop. USDA made funding announcements for the ReConnect program and the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program this week. The WTO sided with the U.S. in a trade spat with China, wildfire smoke lingers across much of farm country, and bison producers want to see 'truth in labeling' included in the next farm bill. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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Much of this year’s small grain harvest is well underway. North Dakota Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring says it looks good across much of the state, but he’s not expecting any big yields this harvest season.
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USDA’s Federal Milk Marketing Order hearing is underway as dairy producers make their case for changes to the pricing program.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Dr. Joe Ikley, Extension Weed Specialist at NDSU, visits more about the ND Corn Council and ND Soybean Council joint-funded palmer amaranth and waterhemp research, as well as the North Dakota Herbicide Resistant Weed Survey, and how farmers can participate.
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USDA has a multi-layered approach to protecting our livestock industry from high-consequence foreign animal diseases.
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The Minnesota FFA Foundation will hold the 4th Annual Great Minnesota Give Together telethon on Sunday, August 27, 2023, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. live from the Christensen Farms Stage located by the CHS Miracle of Birth Center at the Minnesota State Fair.
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The National Bison Association wants lawmakers to include the Truth in Buffalo Labeling Act in the new Farm Bill.
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Most cow-calf operations in the U.S. remain relatively small and have fewer than 50 cows. USDA says at the other end of the spectrum, a few very large operations with more than 1,000 cows can be found.
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The American Coalition for Ethanol's annual conference is taking place August 23-25.
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USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam, saying the supply of forage is the key to any eventual cattle herd expansion.
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Registration and housing are now open for CattleCon24, the cattle industry’s largest event of the year. “It’s “Onward to Orlando,” where cattle producers from across the country will gather January 31-February 2, for business meetings, educational sessions, engaging speakers, and family fun.
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The Deputy Agriculture Secretary will lead a delegation during a late November agricultural trade mission in hopes of expanding export business to Angola and neighboring African nations.
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Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, with the national weather forecast for August 22nd through August 28th.
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U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson introduced the Beef Origin Labeling Accountability Act to bring clarity and to reinstate mandatory country of origin labeling for beef products.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will survey producers in 32 states, including North Dakota, for its 2023 County Agricultural Production Survey for small grains.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture says America’s all-wheat exports are projected to be 700 million bushels, the lowest level since the 1971-1972 marketing year.
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Among the topics in this week's episode of The Agri-Biz Show, the Red River Retention Authority is conducing an electronic survey of stakeholders, pre-pile activity has begun for some of the region's sugarbeet growers, the importance of nutrition in the farm bill, and Ukraine's early wheat harvest is low on protein. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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The 52nd annual South Dakota 4-H Finals Rodeo is taking place August 18-20 in Fort Pierre.
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The North Dakota Corn Council has committed funding to help support the updates to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds Ag Education Center in an effort to make it a year-round destination for students. Jean Henning, Executive Director of the North Dakota Corn Council, explains more about the recent investment.
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Virtual fencing is a new technology that combines a cattle collar and a computer program. Flint Hills initiative manager with the Nature Conservancy in Kansas, Tony Capizzo is leading a study on the idea.
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Fertilizer prices have continued their more than year-long decline through the first two weeks of August 2023.
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The National Cattlemen’s Foundation is accepting applications for the annual W.D. Farr Scholarship program. Established in 2007, the scholarship recognizes outstanding graduate students pursuing meat science and animal agriculture careers.
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Raw milk sales are now legal in North Dakota
Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring wants to remind the public that though raw milk sales are now legal in North Dakota, they are limited to fluid milk.
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According to the latest crop progress report released by USDA earlier this week, seven percent of the corn in North Dakota is in very poor to poor condition, 30 percent is in fair condition and 63 percent is in good to excellent condition.
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KFGO's Farm & Ranch Director Sarah Heinrich reports from the Brown County Fair
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Exports of U.S. pork continued to climb in June, up 12% on volume from the previous year. As U.S.Meat Export Federation, President and CEO Dan Halstrom explains, it caps a strong first half of the year for pork exports.
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For the fifth straight week, the nation's average price of gasoline increased, rising 2.5 cents from a week ago to $3.82 per gallon.
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USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking comments on a proposed rule to amend regulations governing its Agricultural Quarantine and Inspection program user fees.
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Farmland sales are generally starting to slow down late this summer. Randy Dickhut, a farmland sales expert with Agricultural Economic Insights, says there are two reasons activity is slowing down.
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USDA economist, Bart Kenner, with the total agricultural export/import/trade balance numbers for the first nine months of this fiscal year.
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The Soil Health Institute and the National Association of Conservation Districts announced the results of a nationwide study showing how improving soil health can improve a farmer’s profitability.
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The United Soybean Board’s Animal Nutrition Working Group regularly engages with animal nutritionists to guide research investments for U.S. soybean meal. The result of this collaboration brings additional value opportunities for the soybean industry and positively impacts the poultry, pig, dairy and aquaculture sectors.
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Brad Rippey describes weather for most of the country as "garden variety" for the period of August 15 - 21.
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38th International Sweetener Symposium – right in time for the Farm Bill. This year the event focused on how Farm Bill policies support American food security.
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In this week’s episode of the Agri-Biz Show, Senate Ag Committee ranking member John Boozman visited Fargo for a farm bill listening session with Senators Kevin Cramer and John Hoeven, along with Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring. Lawmakers are doubtful that Congress will pass a new farm bill before the current law expires at the end of September. In agronomy news, spider mites are being reported around the region due to hot and dry weather conditions. In a potential blow to equipment manufacturers, EPA Administrator Michael Regan says the Clean Air Act doesn’t prevent farmers or independent repair shops from making emissions repairs to agriculture equipment. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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An unprecedented amount of federal funding is available to expand broadband connectivity across rural America.
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The rate of cow herd expansion in the U.S. will be something to watch as prices increase, according to CattleFax CEO Randy Blach.
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Applications are now available for the second South Dakota State University Extension Emerging Sheep Producers Program. The program is for sheep producers who want to develop or improve a full- or part-time sheep operation.
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Organic fresh produce grew slightly in sales dollars and volume in the second quarter of 2023, reversing a trend of volume loss seen in 2021 and 2022.
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Many areas of Minnesota are experiencing drought conditions.
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Japanese celebrity chef and social media influencer Rika Yukimasa recently spent a week traveling South Dakota with the U.S. Meat Export Federation and the South Dakota Beef Council, visiting ranches, restaurants and butcher shops.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO says when it comes to cell-based proteins, beef producers want market fairness.
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The latest Rabobank quarterly pork report shows global pork consumption remains soft. Christine McCracken, senior animal protein analyst with Rabobank, talks about the latest findings.
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Leaders from the U.S. sugar industry are meeting in California this week for the 38th International Sweetener Symposium. The Symposium is an annual event held by the American Sugar Alliance.
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The Value of U.S. farmland continues to grow, despite economic headwinds.
USDA economist, Shawn Arita, saying this year's growth in farmland values is stronger than some had expected.
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The recent growing season resulted in a record amount of corn and soybeans in South America. Dr. Michael Cordonnier, agronomist with Soybean and Corn Advisor, Inc., says the problem is the prices have dropped 30-40 percent since January.
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National Farmers’ Market Week is a yearly celebration sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture, which highlights the value markets bring to communities and the important role they play in the U.S. food system.
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After reaching historic highs in 2022, prices for major fertilizers have trended consistently lower since then.
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The 2023 Farm Bill was a hot topic at the recent Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting held by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.
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On this week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show, we hear producer input from this week's farm bill listening session at Farmfest in Minnesota, USDA's latest numbers show rising farm expenditures, and North Dakota is soliciting loan applications to build a new fertilizer facility in the state. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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Farmer sentiment rebounded in June as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 17 points to a reading of 121.
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Bernt Nelson, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist, says the Cattle Inventory Report showed a larger decline than what analysts expected.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says the nation should expect a mixed bag of temperatures and mostly above normal precipitation for the period of August 8 - 14.
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Applications are now open for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Soil Health Financial Assistance Grants. These grants are available to individual producers, producer groups, and local governments to purchase or retrofit soil health equipment.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Carson Klosterman serves as NDCUC District 1 Rep and Vice Chairman. Klosterman recently attended the U.S. Grains Council Board of Delegates meeting in Calgary. He talks more about the bright future of U.S. crops overseas.
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Researchers have developed a smartphone app designed to give hog producers better data and tools to address heat stress issues.
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The 2023 Precision Agriculture Dealership Survey shows continued growth in technology to streamline and increase the efficiency of operations, such as in sprayer boom section/nozzle control, turn compensation, fleet management and telemetry.
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The National Pork Producers Council released its third-quarter pork industry economic update covering the top pork industry issues, current trends, and marketing issues impacting U.S. farmers.
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Angie Johnson is the NDSU Extension Farm and Ranch Safety Coordinator. Johnson explains why safety always has to be top of mind, no matter the season.
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Minnesota farm production expenditures totaled $21.4 billion in 2022, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Farm Production Expenditures 2022 Summary report.
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Temperatures have been heating up this summer. Water is essential for animals, especially during the hot days of summer.
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Farm Bureau’s Harvest for All Program recently received the Power of Associations Summit Award from the American Society of Association Executives.
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BASF experts and representatives share the latest in upcoming InVigor canola hybrids, soybean varieties and BASF crop protection products during their crop tour near Rugby, North Dakota.
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Members of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association passed a directive to continue advocating for transparent labeling and inspection of cell-cultured protein products.
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The American Carbon Alliance is a new coalition coming together to talk about the benefits of carbon capture technology. The group is led by CEO and executive chairman Tom Buis, former CEO of Growth Energy and President of the National Farmers Union.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says both normal to above normal temperatures and precipitation are expected across much of the country for the period of August 1 through August 7.
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Applications are now being accepted until August 2nd for USDA's fall-time agricultural trade mission to Singapore and Malaysia.
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In this month's episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Max Steffes and Rusty Halvorson visit about strong demand in harvest equipment sales, land values that may be leveling off after a torrid pace in 2022, recently completed grain elevator and bin auctions, and futures trends in the auction industry.
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South Dakota State University Extension will host an Aug. 9 bus tour highlighting award-winning precision agricultural strategies used by farmers to mitigate saline soils while also maximizing productivity and profitability.
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The results are in for this season's Wheat Quality Council spring wheat and durum tour. Rusty Halvorson talked with North Dakota Grain Growers president Ed Kessel and NDGGA past-president Jeff Mertz about what they saw on the tour, with some final thoughts of WQC executive vice president Dave Green from Thursday's news conference at the Northern Crops Institute in Fargo, ND.
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Matt MacLachlan, USDA economist, explains why egg prices have recently declined.
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Retail food prices increased 4.8 percent in the first six months of 2023, lower than the rate of midyear inflation in 2022, of 8.2 percent.
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The Waters Advocacy Coalition this week sent recommendations to the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers regarding the final Waters of the United States rule as it relates to the Supreme Court decision in Sackett v. EPA.
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While the Livestock Risk Protection program has been around for many years, USDA has continuously made LRP more affordable and applicable.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Tysen Rosenau, Chairman of the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council, recently attended the National Corn Growers Association’s Corn Congress.
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John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association, talks more about the increasing domestic demand for sunflower.
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USDA is extending the deadline for the new Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program to August 11, 2023.
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An elite group of 43 FFA Alumni, between the ages of 18-24, from 21 states across the country were selected to attend the New Century Farmer Conference, taking place July 23-27 in Des Moines, Iowa.
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James Rogers is a State Forage Specialist at the NDSU North Central Research Extension Center in Minot. He says there are more producers with questions about planting forage crops, including when is the best time to plant those crops.
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USDA’s Economic Research Service’s Food Expenditure Series shows consumer spending preferences are changing.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes above normal temperatures and near to above normal precipitation for much of the country for the period of July 25 - 31.
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Although we are in the middle of the summer, farmer-leaders with the United Soybean Board are already looking toward the future, focusing on research, education and promotion investments for the next fiscal year.
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The USDA is accepting offers for nearly 2.7 million acres from agricultural producers and private landowners in this year’s Grassland Conservation Reserve Program signup.
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South Dakota State University Extension will host the 2023 Integrated Pest Management Field School from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. CDT on July 25 at the SDSU Volga Farm south of Volga, South Dakota.
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U.S. Wheat Associates Board Chairman, Michael Peters says that they continue to work on building export markets for wheat. He points out that one of the biggest challenges has been Russia.
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In this week's episode of The Agri-Biz Show, grain exports from Ukraine are in limbo again after Russia pulled out of the Black Sea Grain Deal and attacked Ukrainian ports this week. Work continues on writing a new farm bill ahead of the farm law's expiration at the end of September. Consumers are showing a preference for high quality steaks at the meat counter, while dairy producers have labeling and marketing concerns about a new product created in a laboratory. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson
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Karl Hoppe, NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist at the Carrington Research Extension Center, talks more about the upside profit potential in feeding cattle.
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On Monday, July 24 South Dakota youth will germinate seeds to learn about the science of seeds and how farmers plant seeds to maximize production in South Dakota. Jr. Farmers Union Camp Monday, July 24 at Camp Byron, Huron, S.D. will give youth a taste of agriculture.
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A company named “Bored Cow” is marketing an “animal-free” dairy milk, and the National Milk Producers Federation isn’t happy about it. Clay Detlefsen, senior vice president and staff counsel with NMPF, says the organization wrote a letter to the Food and Drug Administration about the fake milk product.
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Sunish Sehgal, associate professor and SDSU winter wheat breeder, was honored by the Wheat Quality Council with the 2023 Millers Choice Best of Show Award for the second consecutive year.
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A majority of barley grown in the U.S. has been grown for malt and National Barley Association President, Chris Engelstad cites the fact that barley prices are dependent on the malt and brewing industry.
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The North Dakota Soybean Council is hosting a midseason outlook of the soybean markets and discussing marketing strategies prior to harvest. The online webinar is taking place August 8 from 8-11:30. Jena Bjertness with the North Dakota Soybean Council has the details.
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Janet Knodel, NDSU Professor/Extension Entomologist, says grasshopper problems have been “popping” up in the fields this year.
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The Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program was created to assist certified organic dairy producers facing a unique set of challenges in recent years, including higher costs attributed to the pandemic and drought conditions across the country. USDA will invest $104 million in financial assistance to certified organic dairy producers.
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The American Lamb Board is looking for help from U.S. lamb producers and feeders regarding their environmental stewardship and other sustainability practices. The goal is to better inform consumers and direct checkoff programs about those practices. The survey runs until Monday, August 14.
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Cattle industry leaders praised the introduction of a bipartisan congressional resolution recognizing the importance of commodity checkoff programs, including the Beef Checkoff.
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Farmers National Company has released its mid-year land values report with some interesting findings. The agriculture real estate market entered a period of de-escalation beginning in the fourth quarter of 2022. The market experienced a reduction in both sales volume and value growth since that time, as interest rates increased, and inflation pressures became more apparent.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation led the creation of Farm Bill for America’s Families, a campaign to highlight the broad reach of the farm bill. AFBF President Zippy Duvall says the high-level campaign includes several messages to Congress
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World Dairy Expo will remain in Madison, Wisconsin, for the foreseeable future. World Dairy Expo and Dane County agreed on a five-year contract that the show will stay at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison.
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Consumers have a taste for high-quality beef, creating a standard for the future, that’s according to Cargill Beef Sustainability Lead, Nick Hardcastle.
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Farm lending activity at commercial banks in the Kansas City Fed’s district slowed through the first half of 2023 as interest rates continued pushing higher.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Dr. Janet Knodel, NDSU Professor/Extension Entomologist, discusses more about her research regarding European corn borer and corn root worm, as well as pest pressure she's seeing this growing season.
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Agribusiness cooperative CHS Inc. released the results for its third quarter that ended on May 31. The company reported a quarterly net income of $547.5 million.
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The House Ways and Means Committee held a field hearing on agricultural trade in Minnesota this past week - domestic sugar policy was a topic of discussion. Court actions continue regarding the EPA's Waters of the U.S. rule. Farm tractor sales turned positive in June for the first time in 2023, farm lending activity has slowed in the first half of the year and land sale values and volumes have leveled off since 2022. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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Above-average rainfall and fast-melting snow led to above-average runoff in the upper Missouri River Basin in June. Runoff above Sioux City, Iowa, was 6.7 million acre-feet, 122 percent of average.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Dr. Andrew Friskop, Associate Professor/Plant Pathologist, NDSU, talks more about the research being done in corn disease as well as what farmers should be on the lookout for in their fields.
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Labor is consistently a top concern for U.S. agriculture and the focus of the House Ag Committee and the new Agricultural Labor Working Group.
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Total farm tractor unit sales in the U.S. turned positive for the first time in 2023, led by continued strength in large tractors and combines.
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The USDA Farm Service Agency is reminding producers of the July 14 deadline to apply for both the Emergency Relief Program Phase Two and the Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program.
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North Dakota sunflower growers are teaming up with North Dakota Tourism to showcase their fields in bloom.
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Data from Kansas State University shows some issues regarding meat demand last month.
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A new University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign analysis shows sweet corn production for frozen and canned products has been steadily shrinking in the U.S. over the past 27 years, particularly in rainfed portions of the Midwest.
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According to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor most all of Minnesota is experiencing some form of drought.
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USDA Chief Meteorologist Mark Brusberg with the latest on the development and condition of the spring wheat crop.
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Heifers are one of the most valuable assets for a dairy operation. Dr. Rebecca Klopp, a calf and heifer specialist with Purina Animal Nutrition, talks about early calf care and nutrition as a foundation for the future health of your replacement dairy heifers.
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Lance Honig of the National Agricultural Statistics Service discusses what will lead to possible inclusion of more states in reporting of hop production in future USDA reports.
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EPD values can help cattle producers make the best breeding decisions for their herds. Dr. Bob Weaber, extension beef specialist at Kansas State University, says selection indexes are useful for commercial and seed stock producers.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes distinct temperature and precipitation patterns by region for the period of July 12 - 18.
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Purdue University/CME Group’s Ag Economy Barometer Index rose 17 points in June to a reading of 121.The upswing in farmer sentiment was driven by producers’ more optimistic view of the future.
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Rabobank says a bearish sentiment in the global markets continues driving fertilizer prices lower after an extended run of significantly higher costs.
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In this week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show, we learn about the Livestock Enrichment Program at the Red River Valley Fair, new see-and-spray technology for weed control, and pending court action on the right to repair farm equipment. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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Prop 12 was supposed to go into effect on Saturday, July 1, but California has added a six-month extended window for producers to be compliant with the rule. It also gives Congress six more months to try and find a solution.
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According to Statistics Canada data, Canadian farmers planted 88,000 acres of sunflowers this spring, which is down 6 percent from 2022.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Christie Jaeger is a farmer and ag professional from Rugby. She talks more about the need for volunteers to help grow CommonGround North Dakota.
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RaboBank’s RaboResearch North America found out it’s costing Americans more money to grill this year.
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The extended dry weather that has been feeding Canadian wildfires this year has also been contributing to the health of generations of grasshoppers, and this year the western Prairies are seeing a major grasshopper outbreak.
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The National Corn Growers Association is looking for qualified graduate students to apply for the Research Ambassador Program.
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USDA Meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the latest on the condition of the spring wheat corp.
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The National Association of Conservation Districts welcomed the recent expansion of USDA’s Working Lands for Wildlife program.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service is seeking nominees for the Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board to succeed 27 members with terms that expire in March 2024.
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Prices farmers paid for crop seed increased significantly faster than the prices farmers received for crop commodities between 1990 and 2020. USDA’s Economic Research Service reports that during that period, the average price farmers paid for all seed rose by 270 percent, while the crop commodity price index rose 56 percent.
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One producer survived a PTO entanglement and is now using the experience as a teachable moment for other farmers.
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South Dakota Farmers Union hosts its annual photo contest, Celebrating Life on the Family Farm & Ranch July 1, 2023 – Oct. 1.
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The American Agri-Women release their vision for the 2023 Farm Bill. The group highlighted their top priorities for the next farm bill to be written.
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The North Dakota Grain Growers Association recently wrapped up their 29th annual E-tour with EPA officials to highlight the environmental stewardship of the state’s agriculture industry.
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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced the second voluntary carbon markets convening set for July. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 19, at the CFTC's Washington, D.C. headquarters at 11:30 a.m.
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The Bureau of Land Management extended the public comment period on its new land use rule through July fifth. The bureau wants more feedback on its proposal to elevate conservation on federal lands.
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In this week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show: USDA awards grants for independent meat processors in the Dakotas and Minnesota, officials are working towards an ag policy research center at NDSU, Minnesota and North Dakota see biofuel infrastructure investments from USDA, and USDA invests in more domestic fertilizer production. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and precipitation are expected for much of the nation for the period of July 4 - 10.
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Senator Amy Klobuchar wants to prohibit auto-makers from dropping the "A-M radio" option in their vehicles .
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The Department of Agriculture this week expanded wildlife conservation investments by $500 million over the next five years.
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USDA says that in May 2023, the ingredients for a home-prepared ¼-pound cheeseburger totaled $2.17 per burger, an increase of 10 cents from 2022.
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The cost of an Independence Day cookout for a family of ten this year is $67.73, according to the 2023 American Farm Bureau Federation marketbasket survey.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. A Jr. Crop Scout School is taking place at the Carrington Research Extension Center. Alicia Harstad, NDSU Extension Barnes County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, talks more about the event.
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The beef industry is focused on a few key priorities for the next farm bill, one challenged by tight budgets and a difficult political landscape.
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The 2023 Governor’s Agricultural Summit spans two days, with Tuesday, July 18 dedicated to engaging presentations, followed by industry tours on Wednesday, July 19 in Watertown.
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Mac Marshall, United Soybean Board vice president of market intelligence, says the only major change was a reduction in old crop exports by 15 million bushels.
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Paul Beck, a beef cattle nutrition specialist with Oklahoma State University Extension, says Oklahoma State University is doing some research on the best ways to utilize beef-dairy crosses.
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The North Dakota Grain Growers Association is proud to host EPA officials at the 29th annual E-Tour to highlight the environmental stewardship of the state’s agriculture. EPA officials will make stops in Williston, Ray, New Town, Berthold, Minot and Fairview, MT. Rusty Halvorson visits with NDGGA President Ed Kessel.
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The average person consumes about 276 pounds of dairy in a year. However, despite its positive impact, a significant portion of the population often misunderstands dairy.
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A U.S. Appeals Court recently ruled in favor of farmers suing the federal government seeking payment for destroyed crops stemming from atypical river flooding along the Missouri River.
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The industry’s focus on rural mental health aims to bring acceptance, awareness and understanding. Thad Shunkwiler, outreach coordinator for the Center for Rural Behavioral Health based in Mankato, Minnesota, encourages prioritizing the connection with others.
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Senator John Hoeven and Senator Jon Tester last week introduced the Livestock Disaster Relief Act, bipartisan legislation to improve the Livestock Forage Program and Emergency Assistance for Livestock Program to better meet the needs of ranchers impacted by natural disasters.
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The Department of Agriculture says Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack will announce significant new funding being awarded by USDA to bolster and expand the availability of homegrown biofuels nationwide.
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Jean Henning serves as Executive Director of the Council. Henning explains more about the recent Carbon Impact Analysis Project that NDCUC is supporting, in partnership with seven other states at the University of Illinois and the University of Michigan.
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In this month's episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Max Steffes and Dave Wehlander of Superior Grain Equipment discuss the growth of grain storage facilities around the region over the past decade, supply chain constraints during the pandemic, and the decision of building new compared to buying existing facilities at auction. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson
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A new survey from One Country Project shows that voters think health care in rural communities is markedly worse than in the rest of America.
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One farm equipment dealership is putting some new technology to the test. Gooseneck Implement is spending some time in the field with the latest spray technology from John Deere.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Jean Henning serves as Executive Director of the Council. Henning explains more about the recent Carbon Impact Analysis Project that NDCUC is supporting, in partnership with seven other states at the University of Illinois and the University of Michigan. The research analyzed two ND counties with land coming out of CRP to determine carbon debt.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says the Omega Block over the nation’s mid-section will impact both temperatures and precipitation nationwide for the period of June 27 – July 3.
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Gooseneck Implement is spending some time in the field with the latest spray technology from John Deere. The 412R Sprayer with the See and Spray Ultimate option is traveling to various dealerships showcasing how the world of spraying is about to change.
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Increasing demand for U.S. Pork is a goal of the partnership between the U.S. Meat Export Federation, or USMEF, and the National Pork Board.
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As lawmakers prepare to write the next farm bill, Senator Amy Klobuchar says current weather events highlight the importance of crop insurance.
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Loading and unloading grain can be a challenging task, especially when you are by yourself. The Pendulum Cam is changing the way producers load and unload a trailer.
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The continuing trend toward local food sourcing has put hometown butchers and specialty meat shops on the radar of likely lamb consumers.
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Farm and Ranch Director Sarah Heinrich visits with Clint Welch, Founder of INVISIONit LLC, about The Pendulum Cam.
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Lance Honig, Chief of the Crops Branch of USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service, talking about the multiple data sources being used to put together USDA's upcoming Acreage report.
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Marketing and promotion of the beef product has changed dramatically over the years. Greg Hanes, Cattlemen’s Beef Board CEO, says, as social media now plays a large role in helping to see insight into which consumers are being reached.
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National Pork Board announced Dr. David Newman as the new Senior Vice President for Market Growth. His new focus will be on international markets development, the domestic marketing plan and human nutrition health and wellness.
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Senator Amy Klobuchar is one of the co-sponsors of the AM for Every Vehicle Act. The Minnesota Democrat says the bipartisan legislation would direct regulators to require automakers to maintain AM broadcast radio in new vehicles.
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World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses recent price forecast adjustments up for steers in 2023 and 2024.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation signed a memorandum of understanding with CLAAS of America regarding the right to repair. This brings the number of signed MOUs with ag manufacturers to five.
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The USDA is updating the Emergency Relief Program Phase Two. The goal is to provide a method for valuing losses and accessing program benefits to eligible producers of certain crops
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Heidie Haugo with the North Dakota Corn Council talks more about some of the cost saving benefits of using ethanol in your tank.
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In this week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show, we learn about ESG in agriculture with Jared Knock, vice president of business development of AgSpire. Bunge LLC and Viterra LLC announced a merger deal this week, a flour mill in Florida imported wheat from Europe, General CRP acres were announced by USDA, and much more. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer, saying that the latest Consumer Price Index report shows it's costing more to eat out.
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Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux discusses the conservation opportunities within the Conservation Reserve Program.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. E15/U88 has been approved for summer use and is safe in all vehicles manufactured since 2001. Heidie Haugo with the North Dakota Corn Council talks more about some of the cost saving benefits of using ethanol in your tank.
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Several areas in the Upper Midwest and Corn Belt are struggling with dry weather. Dennis Todey, director of the USDA’s Midwest Climate Hub in Iowa, says some areas haven’t gotten away from excessively-dry weather in several years.
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Bismarck, ND area producer Clark Coleman says he is done planting this year’s sunflower crop. He was about a week behind schedule.
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Vince Peterson US Wheat Associates President explains the situation.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.
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According to the report, inflation remains elevated in certain sectors of the economy despite interest rate hikes and supply chain improvements.
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Offers for new land in this General CRP signup totaled about 295,000 acres nationwide. Producers re-enrolled 891,000 expiring acres.
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After falling last week, the nation’s average price of gasoline rebounded, rising 5.6 cents from a week ago to $3.57 per gallon.
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Minnesota dairy farmers are encouraged to apply for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Dairy Business Planning Grant, which has recently launched a revamped application process.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the national weather outlook for June 13th through the 19th.
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The beef industry has come a long way over the last 30 years, but John Stika, President of Certified Angus Beef, says there’s always room for improvement.
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In comments submitted to the Department of Agriculture, R-CALF USA requested the agency immediately withdraw its proposal to allow the importation of fresh beef from Paraguay.
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A new study from the University of California – Riverside shows that the E15 ethanol blend provides notable emissions reductions compared to California's regular reformulated gasoline.
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Dairy farmers report they are being told to dump milk by cooperatives. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing says there are many factors leading to milk dumping.
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This week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show with Rusty Halvorson features information from the Midwest Ag Summit, hosted by the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds this past week. Meanwhile, blue and gold jackets covered the campus of North Dakota State University for the 94th Annual State FFA State Convention.
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Dr. David Shirbroun is a professional services veterinarian for Boehringer-Ingelheim. He talks about why mastering the art of animal husbandry is so important.
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Over the past five years 45 to 55 percent of all sunflower seeds produced in the U.S. were utilized in the bird food market.
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Grilling season is upon us. Nicole Wardner, Executive Director of the ND Beef Commission, offers some ideas to get the most for your dollar.
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New Data from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows foods labeled “natural” accounted for slightly more than 16 percent of consumer retail food purchases in 2018.
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USDA is now accepting funding applications for a new program designed to expand organic production in our nation.
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U.S. ag exports are forecast at $181 billion for fiscal year 2023, down $3.5 billion from expectations in the February forecast. Veronica Nigh, senior economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the U.S. is facing a significant trade imbalance.
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is reminding pesticide applicators of state-specific restrictions for the use of dicamba herbicide for the 2023 growing season.
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Good mental health and well-being bring acceptance, awareness, and understanding. With the help of Checkoff funds, the Minnesota Pork Board, along with additional support from the Minnesota Pork Producers Association, is partnering with the Center for Rural Behavioral Health to provide mental health resources to farmers and ranchers.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Amber Wood serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance. We visit with her about the expo, as well as June being Dairy Month.
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The Asia-Pacific region is an important market for American red meat exports.
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The second-corn crop harvest is getting underway in South America. Dr. Michael Cordonnier, an agronomist with Soybean and Corn Advisor, says things are just starting to ramp up in Brazil.
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Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux discusses how information from producer-filled crop acreage reports is part of program and policy development.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at drought coverage for winter and spring wheat across the country for the period ending May 30.
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A new report from CoBank says grain merchandisers have endured rising costs of storing or carrying grain and oilseed inventories during the past year because of rising interest rates.
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The USDA says America’s agricultural exports in fiscal year 2023 are forecast at $181 billion, down $3.5 billion from the February forecast.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at a state-by-state case of recent topsoil very-short to short condition ratings in the Midwest for period ending May 28.
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This week’s installment of the Agri-Biz Show features news about NDSU Extension’s Youth Farm Safety Camps that are underway this summer and the valuable skills that students are bringing home to the farm and ranch. Elsewhere, the North Dakota Soybean Council has updated its logo, a new proposal from the Bureau of Land Management is raising some concerns among landowners, supply-chain legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House by Representative Dusty Johnson of South Dakota, former Congressman Collin Peterson of Minnesota weighs in on the farm bill debate, and there was record attendance at the U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Conference in Minneapolis. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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The Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center says appropriate sun protection includes covering the whole body with clothing, wearing a hat with a full brim, having adequate sunscreen coverage, and sunglasses.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. This planting season has been fast and furious. Jean Henning with the North Dakota Corn Council talks more about the progress producers have made with getting this year’s corn crop in the ground, as well as the new faces that have been elected to serve on the North Dakota Corn Council board.
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The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report from USDA offers a fresh look at the new growing season. Mac Marshall, United Soybean Board vice president of market intelligence, says the May WASDE offers the first look at the new crop balance sheets
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We caught up with Page, North Dakota farmer, Jim Thompson, out in the field making some of his final planting passes of the season. The wheat, corn and soybeans are in the ground. Thompson is now working on planting some edible beans.
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The National Pork Board is focused on promoting the nutritional value of pork to build demand. NPB CEO Bill Even speaking at last week’s U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, says the effort includes a lot of research
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with a look at sunflower planting progress.
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USDA is extending deadlines for the Emergency Relief Program Phase Two and the Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program to July 14.
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Former Minnesota Congressman Collin Peterson addressed the recent U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Crop insurance protects more than 490 million acres of U.S. farmland. It covers 136 crops and 604 varieties with 36 different insurance plans.
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Attendees of the U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota, focused on several topics, including beef markets. Bernt Nelson, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist, provided a beef market outlook during the event.
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The U.S. Meat Export Federation had record attendance at its Spring Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dan Halstrom, president and CEO of USMEF, says they have a lot to celebrate.
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The United Soybean Board announced Satavie is the winner of the 2023 Soy Innovation Challenge.
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The USDA published a Request for Information announcing public listening sessions and soliciting public comments on possible changes to prevent planting crop insurance coverage.
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Spring planting sometime has to be done more than once. Replanting can happen for different reasons.
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U.S. consumers’ eating patterns differ from Federal recommendations for many food categories, and where food is obtained plays a role.
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The final planting dates for crop insurance purposes for sunflower vary by state and county. In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15; South Dakota is June 15 or 20 and all of Minnesota is June 10.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says warm and wet seems to be the prevailing weather trends for the period of May 30 to June 5.
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This week’s Agri-Biz Show features news about the new farm bill's price tag and the odds of its passage this fall. USDA and the Department of Homeland Security broke ground on a new National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility in Kansas, and the U.S. Supreme Court handed down an important decision on the EPA’s Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule under the Clean Water Act.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis shared results of its Agricultural Credit Conditions Survey for the first quarter of 2023, and U.S. potato exports set a new record in 2022 despite some obstacles in Japan’s market.
The American Farm Bureau signed new MOU’s on the Right to Repair for farm machinery with two new manufacturers, Ford says it's keeping AM radio in new vehicles, and the National Cattlemen Beef Association is concerned about legislation known as the “OFF Act” regarding national commodity checkoff programs. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will end data collection for the 2022 Census of Agriculture on May 31.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation signed two more right to repair MOUs, this time with AGCO and Kubota.
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It’s been a busy spring seeding season for Farm Rescue. Farm Rescue has expanded to helping producers in eight states.
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USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service National Wheat Statistician James Johanson attended last week’s winter wheat tour. Johanson explains how USDA uses data to create forecasts for the nation’s wheat crop
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The Department of Agriculture recently announced assistance for dairy producers with the new Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. The corn council is working with Nourish the Future again this year to co-sponsor the Feeding and Fueling the World Workshop at NDSU for middle and high school teachers.
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Farm Service Agency Acting Deputy Administrator John Berge explains the reason behind pre-filled applications for producer sign-up for the upcoming Emergency Relief Program and Emergency Livestock Relief Program.
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The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis shared the results of its Agricultural Credit Conditions Survey for the first quarter of 2023. Joe Mahon is the regional outreach director for the Minneapolis Fed. Agricultural lenders say farmers in the Ninth District are in overall solid condition.
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U.S. beef production in 2024 will drop eight percent to 24.7 billion pounds amid tighter supplies of cattle.
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Jeff Gale serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Foster County and talks more about the wet field conditions in the Carrington area in central North Dakota.
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A handful of lawmakers are supporting the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act, or OFF Act, which would reform checkoff programs, as the lawmakers claim there needs to be more transparency and control over checkoff contractors. National Cattlemen's Beef Association CEO Colin Woodall counters...
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American Sheep Industry Association Executive Director Peter Orwick, says that the sheep industry continues to deal with disruptions from COVID-19.
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The Black Sea Grain Deal extension last week allows for Ukrainian ag exports to continue.
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Shannon Berndt serves as Executive Director of the Northern Pulse Growers Association. She talks more about pulse acres not only in the Northern Plains, but nationwide.
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May is beef month and there are numerous ways the staff and board at the North Dakota Beef Commission are working to put beef on the plates of more individuals. Farm and Ranch Director Sarah Heinrich visits with Mark Voll, Chairman of the North Dakota Beef Commission, about how checkoff dollars are being spent.
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A USDA report says a comparison between first-quarter 2023 exports of seven animal products with the exports from the same time last year shows some improvement.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association recently filed comments on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s proposed rule “Use of Electronic Identification Eartags as Official Identification in Cattle and Bison” to emphasize the importance of electronic animal identification to protect the cattle industry from the threat of a foreign animal disease. USDA’s proposed rule would apply to cattle 18-months or older only when moving interstate.
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Marcy Svenningsen, State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency in North Dakota, talks more about the challenges of keeping FSA county offices fully staffed.
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The dairy checkoff is bringing a new approach to building trust with young Americans by helping high school curriculum writers across the country incorporate accurate science behind dairy farming.
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On this week's episode of the Agri-Biz Show, Dr. Casey Peterson, program development manager for the Northern Crops Institute, talks about the inaugural Summer Ag Academy for high school students. South Dakota producer Todd Wilkinson, president of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, testified to a House subcommittee about cattle traceability and EID eartags for cattle. Brad Peterson, Total Farm Marketing Vice President of Sales and Marketing, unveils the Grain Market Insider newsletter. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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The North Dakota Soybean Council recently provided a grant to the Wahpeton Police Department for the purchase of Goodyear soy-based tires for their squad car.
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According to the latest crop progress report from USDA, pasture and range conditions rated 1% very poor, 6% poor, 47% fair, 42% good, and 4% excellent in North Dakota.
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Animal rights groups are using misdirection to attack America’s livestock industries. Todd Wilkinson, president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, says a group called FreedomWorks is leading the charge, and they aren’t what they used to be.
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During the next several weeks, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will conduct two major mid-year surveys, the June Agricultural Survey and the June Area Survey. The agency will contact producers across North Dakota to determine crop acreage and stock levels as of June 1, 2023.
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Justin Quandt farms in the Oakes area. He talks more about the planting progress they’ve been able to make.
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The 2023 Farm Bill will be the first in history to cost over $1 trillion. John Newton is the chief economist for the Senate Agriculture Committee.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey with the latest on spring wheat planting.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. It's been a slow start to the planting season for producers in the Northern Plains. Justin Quandt farms in the Oakes area and talks more about the past few days of progress.
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For the first time in several weeks, the nation's average gasoline price increased, rising four cents from a week ago to $3.51 per gallon.
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New legislation introduced Monday in the House of Representatives would allow for ethanol from corn starch to qualify as an advanced biofuel.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is collecting data from approximately 1,900 North Dakota farmers and ranchers for the first phase of the 2023 Agricultural Resource Management Survey.
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Combine harvester sales in the U.S. and Canada continued growing while total tractor sales declined below the five-year average.
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Dale Stevermer, Minnesota farmer and National Pork Board member, advocated for U.S. pork sustainability at the G7 Agriculture Ministers’ meeting in Japan.
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Authorities in South Korea have ordered the culling of several hundred cattle and put biosecurity measures in place after cases of foot and mouth disease were found in a central province.
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Dr. Joseph Ikely, is an Extension Weed Specialist at NDSU. Dr. Ikely discusses the potential weed pressures this year.
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Miranda Letherman with the North Dakota Farmers Union talks more about what kids can expect when they sign up.
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A recent report from the USDA’s Economic Research Service says farm sector debt tied to real estate will hit a record high of $375.9 billion in 2023. Randy Dickhut, farmland analyst for Agricultural Economic Insights, says the headline doesn’t tell the whole story of what’s going on.
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In episode 2 of a two-part installment of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, we continue the conversation with Max Steffes of Steffes Group and Blaine Anderson of Alerus regarding rising interest rates and the ramifications for agriculture - with topics ranging from operating loan renewals to the countercyclical nature of agriculture compared to the overall economy. Moderated by Rusty Halvorson at the Steffes Group headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota.
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The Consumer Price Index rose again in April, but grocery store prices for food declined. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Wednesday that the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers rose 0.4 percent in April.
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USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski saying USDA is still closely tracking crops in South America.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Dr. Joseph Ikely, is an Extension Weed Specialist at NDSU. Dr. Ikely discusses the potential weed pressures this year as we get underway with the planting season.
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May is Mental Health Awareness month. It's a time to raise awareness of those living with mental or behavioral health issues and to help reduce the stigma so many experience, especially in the agriculture industry.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the national weather forecast for May 16th through the 22nd.
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Export opportunities for U.S. pork continues to grow with the March numbers showing the largest since May 2021. Kelli Wicks, manager of international market development with the National Pork Board, said strengthening regions including the Philippines have seen a pickup in demand.
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Farm debt is increasing as access to capital contracts, leaving the question of how to avoid another 1980s farm debt crisis. The issue came up at a recent Senate farm bill hearing.
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March exports of U.S. pork were the largest since May 2021, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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Oklahoma State University small grains specialist Dr. Amanda Silva provides an update on the wheat crop.
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Maggie Becher, University of Wisconsin Madison Graduate Student, looks into preserving the squeak.
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America’s beef cow herd hasn’t been this small since 1962. Drought and the high cost of feed forced producers to cut their herd sizes instead of keeping animals for breeding.
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Dr. Yuko Sato with Iowa State University, talking about the massive logistics that would be involved in vaccinating the nation's poultry flocks against bird flu.
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It’s been a chilly start to spring in the Upper Midwest. John Baranick, an ag meteorologist with DTN, says things have finally begun warming up.
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Cows and Co. Creamery operates near Carrington, North Dakota. The family run business uses the milk from their family dairy to make gelato, Gouda cheese and cheese curds.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to above normal temperatures and precipitation is expected to cover much of the country for the period of May 9 - 15.
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Farmer sentiment improved modestly in April as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer reversed a two-month decline, up six points to 123.
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In this episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Max Steffes of Steffes Group and Blaine Anderson of Alerus share their insights with Rusty Halvorson about the implications of rising interest rates for agriculture - ranging from equipment purchases to land sales and producer attitudes.
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Senate Agriculture Committee lawmakers heard from farmers and ranchers during a farm bill hearing. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall shared with the committee the challenges farmers and ranchers face today
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Farm and Ranch Director Sarah Heinrich takes you for a tour of Cows and Co. Creamery near Carrington, North Dakota.
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Christine McCracken is the senior animal protein analyst with RaboResearch, and she says they’re seeing lower trends in pork consumption.
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The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Report from USDA offered little change for the domestic soybean crop, but did bring significant cuts to the South American crop.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during March 2023 in Minnesota was $6.47 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report.
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Earlier this spring, Republican Senator John Thune of South Dakota led 40 other senators in reintroducing legislation to permanently repeal the Federal Estate Tax, also called the Death Tax.
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U.S. beef exports to Mexico are off to a strong start in 2023, with shipments through February climbing 15% from a year ago in volume and 13% higher in value.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Justin Quandt farms near Oakes and talks more about planting plans and moisture conditions in his area.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association seeks more funding for the Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine bank from the next Farm Bill.
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Applications are now open for the third class of the National Corn Growers Association’s Women and Mentors Program on June 22-23 in St. Louis.
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Those wanting to grow and process hemp in Minnesota in 2023 have additional time to apply for a license with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. The deadline to apply has been extended to May 31. To date, over 230 people have applied for an MDA hemp license.
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According to Statistics Canada data, Canadian farmers intend to plant 90,000 acres of sunflowers this spring, which would be down 4.6 percent from 2022. The 2023 intentions are in line with the five-year average area seeded of 88,925 acres. The majority of Canada’s sunflower crop is grown in Manitoba. Statistics Canada will update acreage estimates this summer after planting has been completed.
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Jody McDaniel with USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service explaining why USDA is still accepting ag. census responses far beyond the original Feb. 6th due date.
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The North Dakota Beef Commission celebrates May 2023 as “Beef Month” in North Dakota in recognition of the state’s beef industry and the benefits it provides to the state’s economy and to the health of its citizens. NDBC Interim Executive Director Nicole Wardner and Rusty Halvorson talk about some of the month's promotions, including the best burger in the state, school activities, and the very popular virtual 5K run.
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Several locks on the Upper Mississippi River have been closed due to high water levels. Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, says it’s not unusual for water levels to rise in the spring. What is unusual is how fast the challenges on the Mississippi River went from too dry to too wet.
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Farm leaders told a House Ag panel the next farm bill must update reference prices and protect or even improve crop insurance.
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Construction is on schedule for the soybean crushing plant being built at Spiritwood, North Dakota. The Green Bison Soy Processing facility is expected to be ready to be accepting crop for the 2023 fall harvest season according to Mike Keller, President of Green Bison Soy Processing.
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High water levels are presenting a challenge to barge transportation, especially along the Upper Mississippi River levels.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Amber Wood serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance and talks more about a new beef project that is taking root in North Dakota.
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On this week's episode of The Agri-Biz Show, we hear from Paul Coppin and Sean Estenson of Valley United Co-op about fertilizer trends entering the new growing season, highlights from a U.S. House Agriculture subcommittee hearing on producer priorities for the new farm bill, and the Red River Valley Fair's "Livestock Enrichment Program" for area youth with Cody Cashman and Elizabeth Birkemeyer. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.
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Farmers and landowners with certain expiring Conservation Reserve Program contracts can receive additional rental incentives and extend that land’s role in conservation for another 30 years.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Amber Wood serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance and talks more about a new beef project that is taking root in North Dakota.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the national weather outlook for May 2nd through the 8th.
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New data released this week by USDA’s Economic Research Service shows the number of U.S. farms continues to decline. After peaking at 6.8 million farms in 1935, the number of U.S. farms and ranches fell sharply through the early 1970s.
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The food-away-from-home retail landscape continues to evolve. USDA’s Economic Research Service recently examined the changing food-away-from-home landscape in nonmetropolitan counties between 1990 and 2019, with a focus on the most rural counties.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with a look at sugarbeet planting progress.
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Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffit provides details on two new meat and poultry processing capacity project grant programs.
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A proposed rule from the SEC would require public companies to report on Scope 3 emissions, which are the result of activities the companies don’t own or control.
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The South Dakota Farmers Union has pledged $700,000 to the ‘Raise the SHED’ Fundraising Campaign to help fund The SHED.
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The U.S. dairy industry is concerned about plant-based milks in grocery stores carrying the label “milk.”
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Hubert Hamer of the National Agricultural Statistics Service explains the purpose behind the Census of Agriculture.
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Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux provides details on the Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program, which eligible producers can apply for by June Second.
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Jim Peterson with the North Dakota Wheat Commission talks more about expected spring wheat acres in the state.
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Growth in farm lending activity at commercial banks was limited in the first quarter of 2023 as interest rates climbed higher.
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A USDA report says roughly six percent of U.S. dairy farms quit milking cows in 2022, but that was a slower rate of decline than during the past five years.
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Randy Russell of the Russell Group spoke during the National Association of Farm Broadcasting’s Washington Watch. The Russell Group is one of the top government relations firms focusing on food and agriculture public policy. Russell has watched nine farm bills developed during his career and says three factors drive the outcome of the legislation.
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During this week's episode of the AgriBiz Show hosted by Rusty Halvorson, we check on weather and planting plans with Shaun Nelson of Rush River Seed and Chemical, and Levi Taylor of Crop Innovations, LLC. Also, market analyst Mike Krueger talked about the potential implications of the booming renewable diesel industry during a webinar hosted by the Northern Crops Institute.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses the history of the growth of U.S. trade relations with Vietnam over the past decade, particularly in the ag realm.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Jean Henning serves as Executive Director and explains more about the recent investment decisions by the ND Corn Council.
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Spring wheat planting progress in northern states is beginning to run behind the average pace.
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Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, with the national weather outlook for April 25th through May 1st.
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The National Corn Growers Association is launching its fourth Consider Corn Challenge.
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Julie Ellingson with the North Dakota Stockmen's Association talks more about the new industry headquarters being built in north Bismarck.
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A group of family farmers and ranchers traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with policy makers and USDA officials and advocate for what they need in the upcoming Farm Bill.
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The Environmental Protection Agency issued tough new emissions standards for vehicles that would phase in between 2027 and 2032. Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, says the new standards completely missed an opportunity.
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The Farm Credit Administration recently received a quarterly update on economic issues affecting agriculture as well as an update on the performance of the Farm Credit System through 2022.
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Agricultural producers and private landowners can begin signing up for the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program. Producers can enroll throughMay 26, 2023.
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A few farmers across the nation have started their spring planting season. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says several states have made considerable corn planting progress.
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USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will conduct its biannual Agricultural Labor Survey this month. The survey will collect information about hired labor from over 1,400 farmers and ranchers in Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
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Recent work stoppages and slowdowns at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, California, caught the attention of agriculture. Dan Halstrom, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, says the trouble has cleared up for now.
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As the snow melt continues, farmers are making spring planting plans. Jim Thompson farms near Page in northwestern Cass County.
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The North Dakota Federal District Court ruling against the new Waters of the U.S. rule is the second of its kind and a win for farmers and ranchers. American Farm Bureau Federation Deputy General Counsel Travis Cushman says the ruling blocks WOTUS in more than half of the country.
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Potato exports reached a record $2.1 billion in sales in 2022. Compared to 2021, volume sales dropped 4.2 percent but were higher than in 2018 and 2020.
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The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service issued its “Grain: World Markets and Trade Report” and says China is now the biggest wheat importer in the world.
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World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses drought in major South American soybean growing countries such as Argentina and Brazil, and crop impacts as a result.
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Megan Sweitzer, USDA economist, saying that beef is one of only a handful of foods that are costing less than they did a year ago.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Carson Klosterman was recently re-elected to the NDCUC Board to serve as the District 1 representative for his second 4-year term. Klosterman was also elected by the board to serve as the 2023-24 NDCUC Vice Chairman.
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Mike Zuzolo, president of Global Commodity Analytics, says he’s worried about demand for American commodities rebounding in the near term.
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A preliminary injunction has been granted halting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from implementing or enforcing the newly revised definition of the Waters of the United States in North Dakota and 23 other states.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the national weather outlook for April 18th through the 24th.
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Tom Dowdle has been re-elected to the Minnesota Sunflower Council. Dowdle will represent Region 1. Tom Smude has also been elected to the Minnesota Sunflower Council. Smude will represent Region 2 on the Minnesota Sunflower Council.
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For the second straight week, the nation's average price of gasoline has increased, up 8.8 cents from a week ago to $3.57 per gallon.
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The commodity markets found a little optimism heading into the Easter holiday. Mike Zuzolo, president of Global Commodity Analytics, says the weather forecast turned favorable for spring planting, and the markets took notice.
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U.S. pork exports remained strong in February, achieving double-digit increases over last year in both volume and value, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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The best opportunities for increasing agricultural trade in the years ahead will take place in Southeast Asia and Africa. The Hagstrom Report says Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley made that observation during a recent speech before the American Association of Port Authorities.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at the rate of drought's decline in the contiguous forty-eight states over the past few months, in comparison to drought conditions over a decade ago.
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National Pork Producers Council President-Elect Lori Stevermer of Easton, MN says they continue to work on labor issues and have been doing so for a long time.
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The Farm Dog of the Year contest application period is open for nominations from farmers and ranchers.
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Weather is the focus of this week's episode of the AgriBiz Show with Rusty Halvorson.
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The first quarter of 2023 has been a mixed bag for the U.S. poultry industry. Christine McCracken, senior animal protein analyst with RaboResearch, says many producers are coming off a tough year in 2022.
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Staffing and technology at USDA offices remains a big concern for producers and Ag lawmakers.
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Valued at $197.1 million in 2022, Easter ham sales have increased each of the last three years and are poised to overtake Christmas sales.
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USDA livestock analyst, Shayle Shagam, saying some supermarkets are selling eggs for less than wholesale.
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Farmer sentiment weakened again in March as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell eight points to a reading of 117.
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Cold and snow have been a common theme this winter in the Dakotas. Jeff Schafer ranches near New Rockford, North Dakota. This most recent storm came during the heart of the calving season.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures and dry conditions will cover most of the country, minus one exception, during the period of April 11 - 17.
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South American countries typically account for almost 55 percent of the world’s soybean supply. A University of Illinois Farmdoc Daily report says South America’s top soybean producers are experiencing varying harvest expectations this crop season.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Dr. Zach Carlson is an Extension Beef Cattle Specialist at NDSU. Dr. Carlson talks more about weather issues impacting beef producers during calving season.
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Cold and snow have been a common theme this winter in the Dakotas. Jeff Schafer ranches at New Rockford, North Dakota. This most recent storm came during the heart of the calving season.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, saying there are no real surprises in the USDA's first look at corn planting progress.
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Corn used for feed to support U.S. red meat exports contributed to 15% of overall corn value in 2022 according to an annual study conducted by World Perspectives, Inc. on behalf of the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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Farmland values have risen sharply in recent years but only in certain parts of the country. The economists at Agricultural Economic Insights compiled numbers to find out where the biggest changes have taken place.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during February 2023 in Minnesota was $6.62 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains the two categories of funding under USDA's Rural Energy for America Program as well as possible uses for funding.
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Amber Boeshans is executive director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance. She talks more about the increasing interest of livestock development in North Dakota.
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A new poll shows overwhelming support among voters for year-round access to E15 across the country. With retail gas prices still high, almost 70 percent of poll respondents support increasing the availability of E15 to help lower fuel prices and support energy independence.
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Many more corn and soybean producers will be able to buy USDA's Margin Protection insurance plan for the 2024 crop year.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Council. Amber Boeshans serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance and talks more about the excitement in growing the state's livestock industry.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told the House Agriculture Committee that his department is committed to research and development of vaccines against current and future livestock diseases.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says various temperature ranges across the country and above normal precipitation for most of the nation are expected for the period of April 4 - 10.
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A group of state attorneys generals recently asked Congress to pass expansive Right-to-Repair legislation targeted at cars, farm equipment, and digital electronics.
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The U.S. Grains Council’s 2022/23 Sorghum Quality Report for the fourth year in a row, found U.S. sorghum was, on average, graded above the necessary requirements for U.S. No. 1 certification.
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The latest American Farm Bureau Federation Market Intel Report says farm bankruptcy filings totaled 169 in 2022. That’s the lowest number since Chapter 12 became a permanent part of bankruptcy law.
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Gary Crawford and USDA livestock analyst, Shale Shagam, have the latest on egg supplies and wholesale prices.
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As spring approaches and once the fields are ready, farmers and manure handlers may be pumping nutrient-dense manure to apply to crop fields.
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Rachel Frei is the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Urban Conservationist for South Dakota. She says “urban” includes many types of small agriculture operations.
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Michelle McBride is the Founder and CEO of GoodSport and explains more about the product.
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We visit with Jean Henning who serves as Executive Director of the North Dakota Corn Council about the benefits of attending Commodity Classic.
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North Dakota Corn Council Retiring Board Member Terry Wehlander talks about this time serving on the North Dakota Corn Council.
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Farm Futures conducted its March survey and found farmers opting for more drought-consistent crops this spring as depleted soil moisture levels present a big challenge for farmers. Steep input costs are also a factor in acreage decisions this spring.
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Farmer-leaders of the United Soybean Board recently met in Nashville, Tennessee, to discuss checkoff investments. Meagan Kaiser, USB Chair, says the investments are all about improving supply and demand for U.S. Soy.
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Administrator Kevin Shea discusses cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza over a one-year period and trends connected to transmission to poultry via migratory and wild birds.
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As farmers prep fields for planting with manure, Marguerite Tan, director of environmental programs with the National Pork Board, reminds us of the danger of complacency when working around equipment day in and day out.
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Midwestern farmers are planning to plant more corn and wheat this spring. An Ag Access survey says farmers will add 27 percent more acres to corn and 32 percent more to wheat.
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Despite numerous headwinds in 2022, agricultural lending by U.S. farm banks increased by 8.1 percent in 2022 to $103.1 billion.
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Farm and ranch families from across the nation donated 25.3 million pounds of food and raised more than $1 million to help fight hunger in 2022 through Farm Bureau’s Harvest for All program.
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Tyler Schau, AgMarket.net Hedging Strategist is optimistic when it comes to the cattle markets for the rest of the year.
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Organizers of the 2023 Commodity Classic announced more than 10,400 attendees were at the event in Orlando earlier this month. The 2023 event broke the previous Commodity Classic record of 9,770 attendees from New Orleans in 2016.
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Producing crops requires a lot of capital in a typical year, and costs are climbing even higher in 2023. John Newton, an economist with the Senate Ag Committee, spoke during the Agri-Pulse Food and Policy Summit.
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North Dakota leads the nation in honey production. Honey production in 2022 from North Dakota producers with five or more colonies totaled 31.2 million pounds, up 10% from 2021, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service.
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U.S. pork exports to the Dominican Republic reached new heights last year and haven’t missed a beat in 2023.
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Lucas Fuess of Rabobank talks more about the current market conditions of the dairy market.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that producers in counties affected by eligible disaster events in Kentucky, Minnesota, South Dakota, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, North Dakota, and Tennessee can apply for cost-share assistance through the Emergency Grain Storage Facility Assistance Program.
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The Biden administration's version of the Waters of the U.S. rule went into effect Monday.
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After three straight months of readings slightly above growth neutral, the Creighton University Rural Mainstreet Index fell below the growth neutral threshold. The March index slumped to 45.6 from 50.1 in February.
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The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service awarded the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association with $445,400 in funding to advance the Secure Beef Supply Plan.
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America’s top food and ag organizations representing thousands of farmers, ranchers, producers, and workers sent a letter to Congress urging action to improve ag exports.
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The 2023 World Pork Expo, organized by the National Pork Producers Council, will be held at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa, from June 7-9.
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Many agriculture and conservation groups are outlining their priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill, including the National Association of Conservation Districts. Chris Young, NACD Director of Government Affairs, talks about their farm bill priorities.
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President of The Fertilizer Institute, Corey Rosenbusch, last week welcomed the introduction of the Lower Energy Costs Act.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to below normal temperatures and near to above normal precipitation is the forecast for much of the nation for the period of March 21 to 27.
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High interest rates are starting to affect farmland demand. Paul Shadegg (SHA-deg), senior vice president of real estate options for Farmers National Company, says the slowing demand first showed up at the end of last year
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Matt MacLachlan, USDA economist, saying that the Consumer Price Index for February shows smaller monthly food price hikes than in recent months.
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The National Pork Producers Council applauded the reintroduction of the Beagle Brigade Act of 2023.
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The top scams of 2022 targeted rural and urban Americans alike. No matter where you live, scammers are constantly trying to find ways to con you out of your money. AARP Oklahoma State Director Sean Voskuhl explains the most likely scams you may encounter.
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At this point, Canadian prairie farmers seem justified in looking forward to an improved spring planting season this year. Most of the prairie region received adequate amounts of snow over the winter, but parts of Alberta and Saskatchewan are still seeing a lack of sub-soil moisture.
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Brazilian beef is again stirring heat in the U.S. beef industry, after Brazil took over a month to report its latest case of mad cow disease.
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For the second straight week, the nation's average price of gasoline increased, up eight cents from a week ago to $3.44 per gallon.
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Tractor unit sales in both the U.S. and Canada stay near their five-year average while combine harvesters in both countries continue triple-digit growth.
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If cyber-crime was its own country, it would have the third-largest economy after the U.S. and China. That's how lucrative it is. And that's why agriculture is the second-largest target because farming and food is critical infrastructure.
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The National Corn Growers Association and a broad coalition of national and state agriculture and bioscience organizations sent a letter to the White House on Mexico’s GMO corn ban.
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Farm real estate values increased considerably in 2022 but showed signs of softening during the final months of the year as interest rates rose sharply. Interest rates on farm loans jumped to decade highs alongside increases in the federal funds rate.
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The national Ag Safety Awareness Program Week was March 6-10. However, Megan Schossow, outreach director and center coordinator for the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center, says it’s always a good time to talk about safety on the farm.
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Agricultural producers who have not yet enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage programs for the 2023 crop year have until March 15, 2023, to elect and enroll a contract.
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America’s pork exports finished strong in 2022 and kept going into January. January pork exports were 236,767 metric tons, up 13 percent year-over-year, and export value rose 16 percent to $634 million.
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USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer talking about the fact that USDA has made no changes to its forecasts for Brazilian corn and soybean production.
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A new Memorandum of Understanding between the American Farm Bureau Federation, Case IH, and New Holland provides farmers and ranchers the right to repair their own farm equipment.
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The March WASDE report didn’t contain a large number of surprises, but the most notable number was a significant drop in U.S. corn exports.
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The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped five points to 125 in February. Farmers’ perspectives regarding both current conditions on their farms and their expectations for the future also weakened during the month.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near to below normal temperatures and above normal precipitation across most of the country is expected during the period of March 14 - 20.
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The Right to Repair is a big topic in American agriculture. Kevin O’Reilly is the director of the Right to Repair Campaign for U.S. PIRG, or Public Interest Research Group.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation estimates 2022 crop losses due to weather and climate change at more than $21.4 billion.
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One network is helping provide farmers with the information they need to grow a better soybean crop.
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Farm families from across the nation donated 25.3 million pounds of food and raised more than $1 million to help fight hunger in 2022 through Farm Bureau's "Harvest for All" program.
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The Census of Agriculture, taken only once every five years, looks at land use and ownership, operator characteristics, production practices, income, and expenditures. For America’s farmers and ranchers, the Census of Agriculture is their voice, their future, and their opportunity.
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The Agricultural Safety Awareness Week Program is this week, March 6-10. U.S. Agricultural Safety and Health Centers will join Farm Bureaus across the country to promote ag safety this week with the theme of “Lead the Way in Agriculture.”
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The USDA says export sales of corn and wheat both dropped while soybean sales declined to a marketing-year low during the week ending on February 24.
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One of the main metrics for railway service quality is unfilled grain car orders, the number of cars a shipper ordered but didn’t receive. Danny Munch, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist, says the data shows shippers are waiting a long time to get the grain cars they need.
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The I-29 Moo University Dairy Beef Short Course is scheduled for March 28 as part of the pre-educational events for the Central Plains Dairy Expo. It will be held at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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New data from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows that between fiscal years 2018 and 2022, Mexico accounted for nearly 14 percent of all U.S. agricultural exports.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is calling on Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to immediately half U.S. beef imports from Brazil. The announcement comes as Brazil reported another atypical case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy to the World Animal Organization for Animal Health last week.
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Gasoline with higher blends of ethanol could be sold year-round in eight Midwestern states beginning in 2024 under a rule proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency.
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While fertilizer prices are likely still higher than farmers prefer, the good news is prices are beginning to move lower. Jason Troendle, an economist with the Fertilizer Institute, says they are seeing a lower trend.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is seeking entrepreneurs to apply online for the 2024 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge.
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Senate lawmakers this week reintroduced the DAIRY PRIDE Act of 2023. The bill is titled The Defending Against Imitations and Replacements of Yogurt, milk, and cheese to Promote Regular Intake of Dairy Everyday Act of 2023.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says below normal temperatures and above normal precipitation is in the forecast for most of the country for the period of March 7 - 13
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The value of North Dakota’s 2022 field and miscellaneous crops is forecast at $11.2 billion, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. This is up 27% from 2021.
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2023 safety-net program enrollment ends on March 15. If you fail to enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage & Price Loss Coverage programs, you will be ineligible to receive a payment for the 2023 crop year should one trigger. You can contact your local USDA Farm Service Agency or head to USDA dot gov for more information.
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Jeff DeWald, Managing Member of Agribusiness Succession Advisors, says there are four steps to consider and the first in succession planning is the actual written plan.
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Steer selling season is upon us. Nicole Wardner with the North Dakota Beef Commission talks more about how those dollars are being spent.
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USDA’s annual Farms and Land in Farms Report shows the country’s largest farms with sales of $1 million or more operate nearly 26 percent of U.S. farmlands.
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Food prices took a significant jump in 2022. At the USDA’s Ag Outlook Forum, Spiro Stefanu, administrator of the Economic Research Service, said the spike was the largest in several decades.
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The Food And Ag Climate Alliance released over a hundred climate smart recommendations for the next farm bill, many involving new spending, despite huge funding challenges ahead.
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Lance Honig, Chief of the Crops Branch of USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service, says that if you got a USDA Prospective Plantings survey, please respond.
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A decree from Mexico’s government said they would ban GMO corn imports from the U.S. by January 2024. However, the government accelerated that timeline by implementing a partial ban on GMO corn for certain food uses on February 17. Brian Kuehl, executive director of Farmers for Free Trade, says it’s a confusing situation.
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In this month's episode of Auction Talk, with talk with Max Steffes and his team about artificial intelligence and technology - and how it can be a benefit to buyers and sellers in today's market environment.
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Mexico last week updated the decree to ban importation of GMO white corn now, and yellow corn at a later date. USGC President and CEO Ryan LeGrand says it’s a concerning issue for U.S. farmers
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One of the things Jennifer Nealson oversees for the Dollar a head Beef Checkoff efforts that are contracted by the checkoff to the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association are research projects.
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It’s National FFA week. A time to celebrate the blue and gold. The Medina FFA Chapter has roughly 90 FFA members 7th through 12th grade.
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USDA’s Chicken and Eggs Summary for 2022 shows how highly pathogenic avian influenza impacted growers and consumers. American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Bernt Nelson explains the data.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures and precipitation in most of the nation is expected during the period of February 28 - March 6.
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Production and consumption of ethanol as a transportation fuel grew significantly over the last three decades in the United States before plateauing in recent years.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that agricultural producers and private landowners can begin applying for the Conservation Reserve Program General signup starting February 27 through April 7, 2023.
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The Environmental Protection Agency proposed new restrictions on using over-the-top dicamba herbicides in Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, and South Dakota.
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The U.S. pork industry is awaiting a decision from the Supreme Court regarding its case against California’s Prop 12, which tries to regulate pork coming in from other states.
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A USDA report on 2022 exports showed higher values and lower volumes last year. Brian Kuehl, executive director for Farmers for Free Trade, called the results a double-edged sword.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a temperature gradient is expected to split the country, plus continued stormy weather for much of the nation, during the period of February 21 - 27.
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Julie Garden-Robinson with NDSU Extension offers some ideas on how to change up your next recipe.
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Leonard Polzin, extension dairy markets and policy outreach specialist with the University of Wisconsin, says looking ahead to the rest of 2023, there may be some downward pressure on dairy prices, especially in the overseas markets.
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For much of the region, It’s been a snowy winter, which often leads to a muddy spring. Mary Keena is an NDSU Extension Livestock Environmental Management Specialist at the Carrington Research Extension Center. Keena talks more about how all the snow that has stacked up this winter will impact corral conditions this spring.
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Daryl Cates, President American Soybean Association, recently returned from Washington and personal visits with lawmakers about the Farm bill.
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As the 2023 crop production season begins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will contact producers nationwide to determine their plans for the upcoming growing season.
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USDA’s February Farm Income Report shows net farm income, a broad measure of farm profitability, is currently forecast at $137 billion in 2023. American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Danny munch says that represents a $26 billion decline from last year.
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As discussions continue on putting together the next farm bill, the Organic Trade Association recently held a press conference on its priorities for the new legislation.
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Emily Paul with Pulse USA in Bismarck talks more about where you'll find some of those foods made from pulse crops in the grocery store.
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The National Pork Producers Council released its quarterly economic update. Holly Cook, a staff economist with the NPPC, talks about the update and why it’s important to share.
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Retail food prices for consumers are increasing, and the price of vegetable oils is on everyone’s mind.
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The American agriculture sector posted its best export year ever in 2022. USDA says international sales of America’s farm and food products reached $196 billion.
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Heidi Haugo with the North Dakota Corn Council talks more about the importance of getting more corn bushels in livestock diets.
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Tim Andriesen CME Group Managing Director of Agricultural Products, shares more about CME Group’s latest product, which provides more flexibility to producers.
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The recent CattleFax Outlook Seminar said prices and profitability will favor cattle producers in 2023. Kevin Good is the vice president of industry relations and analysis with CattleFax, and he talks about this year’s report.
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Clark Price of Hensler, North Dakota, was elected chair of the Federation of State Beef Councils during the 2023 Cattle Industry Convention, held in New Orleans, Feb. 1-3. Price previously served as Federation Vice Chair.
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The National Farmers Union will host the College Conference on Cooperatives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, February 16-19.
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USDA economist, Bart Kenner, gives a summary of U.S. agricultural trade numbers for calendar year 2022.
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The February WASDE Report came out last week and didn’t contain many surprises.
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At the North Dakota Livestock Alliance Summit in West Fargo this past week, Rusty Halvorson talked with Nancy Jo Bateman - she recently retired from her long-time position at the North Dakota Beef Commission.
The Northern Corn and Soybean Expo will take place this coming Tuesday at the FargoDome. We talked about the schedule with Stephanie Sinner of the North Dakota Soybean Council.
Speaking of the North Dakota Soybean Council - one of their missions is to expand markets by traveling the world and talking with global customers about U.S. soybeans. We visited with Jenna Bjertness about a recent trip.
NDSU and the University of Minnesota hosted a crop advisors workshop this past week. We visited with Randy Zimmerman - of West Central Ag Services - about weather, markets and planting expectations for the year ahead.
It was Giving Hearts Day this past week. Rusty talked with Dan Erdmann of Farm Rescue, about the farm and ranch families that they’ve helped this past year, and how folks can help out year-round
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U.S. beef exports set annual records for both volume and value in 2022, according to year-end data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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Spiro Stefanou, Administrator of USDA's Economic Research Service, listing some of the farm production expenses that are expected to rise this year.
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Livestock producers and industry leaders in the livestock industry gathered in West Fargo Wednesday for the ND Livestock Alliance Livestock Summit.
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The February FAO Food Price Index averaged 131.2 points in January 2023, down 1.1 points, or 0.8 percent, from December, marking the 10th consecutive monthly decline.
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This month, FFA members around the country will celebrate agriculture and FFA during National FFA Week.
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Ed Elfmann Sr. Vice President for Ag and Rural Banking Policy for the American Bankers Association in Washington, D.C. says they will watch the Farm Bill debate, if nothing else, to understand how the new legislation will impact farm loans.
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The Organic Trade Association applauded the USDA and the National Organic Program for the new “Strengthening Organic Enforcement Rule.” The new regulation will do a lot to detect organic fraud and protect the integrity of organic agriculture throughout the supply chain.
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Focusing on the at-risk consumer and teaching them about the pork industry has been a focus of the Mythbusting campaign series.
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World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski shares some of the details involved with this year's USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum.
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South Dakota rancher Todd Wilkinson is the new president of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.
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USDA recently launched the pilot cattle contracts library, as cattle producers met in New Orleans for the 2023 Cattle Industry Convention. Tanner Beymer of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the pilot project offers market transparency.
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Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley targeted the issue in telling farm reporters about his bill to include USDA in the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States.
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The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report from USDA finalizes figures for the 2022 soybean crop. Mac Marshall, United Soybean Board vice president of market intelligence, explains the data.
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The CattleFax Outlook Seminar at the annual Cattle Industry Convention in New Orleans dug into expert market and weather analysis for the coming year. Prices and profitability will again favor cattle producers in 2023.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, provides a look at commodity growing areas covered in drought for the period ending January 31.
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During this week's AgriBiz Show, Rusty Halvorson visits with Brant Gilbert Director of Marketing for WinField United.
We also hear from Dion Pearce, a product manager with Mosaic Company, about new developments for the 2023 growing season.
Karl Wyant, Director of Agronomy at Nutrient - talks about a new innovation, available in the palm of your hand.
Jason Ward, Commercial Operations Lead for North America for Novozymes BioAg, shares his news about innovations in nitrogen fixation.
Adam Aarestad with Syngenta talks about lessons learned from last growing season.
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USDA’s semi-annual cattle report shows declining inventories.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says while temperatures will be decided by an East-West divide, precipitation nationwide should be consistent for the period of February 7 - 13.
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A recent social media post called into question the quality and safety of beef purchased in American grocery stores. South Dakota beef producer Troy Hadrick and his wife, Stacy, are longtime industry advocates. Hadrick says the social media post originated in an unlikely place.
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. The SCBGP funds projects that will increase the competitiveness of Minnesota grown specialty crops in domestic and foreign markets by.
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To better understand farm and ranch families’ lived realities balancing children and work, researchers at the National Farm Medicine Center are asking farmers to share their experiences through a new national survey. Florence Becot, National Farm Medicine Center associate research scientist, explains.
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Planning for the future can be a very frustrating process, especially in times of market volatility. To make the planning process easier, North Dakota State University Extension has released its 2023 short- and long-term agricultural planning price projections for North Dakota, says Ron Haugen, NDSU Extension farm economist.
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The deadline to respond to the 2022 Census of Agriculture is next week. USDA's National Agri Statistics Service says farmers and ranchers must respond by February 6 online or through the mail.
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Last week, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird led a bipartisan coalition of seven Attorneys General urging the Biden Administration to follow the law and allow the sale of year-round E-15.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture launched its pilot Cattle Contracts Library today at Noon Eastern Time on the Agricultural Marketing Service Cattle Contract Library webpage.
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DEKALB/Asgrow Technical Agronomist Grant Mehring and Rusty Halvorson talk about fine tuning corn and soybean placement this coming season, population recommendations in corn, and return on investment for the use of fungicides in corn and soybeans.
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State and regional cattle groups, along with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, are suing the Biden administration over the lesser prairie chicken endangered species listing proposal.
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Every January, Farm Futures releases a survey of planting intentions for the upcoming spring. Jacqueline Holland is a grain market analyst with Farm Futures, and she talks about their 2023 survey results.
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Thousands of cattle producers are headed to New Orleans for the Cattle Industry Annual Convention, where the U.S. Meat Export Federation, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff Program, will offer updates on how checkoff investments have helped drive global demand for U.S. beef to new heights.
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Industry Economists expect the harvest of a large soybean crop in Brazil in the next 30 to 45 days. AgResource predicts USDA and others will be forced to raise Brazilian soybean production estimates by one million to three million tons, or 37 million to 110 million bushels.
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The Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak is causing a short supply of eggs, leading to higher prices for consumers. According to American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Bernt Nelson, the key factor is inventory of laying hens.
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Food-at-home prices increased by 11.4 percent in 2022, more than three times the rate in 2021 of 3.5 percent, according to USDA’s Economic Research Service. The increase was also much faster than the two percent historical annual average from 2002 to 2021.
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In this month's episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Max Steffes and Rusty Halvorson catch up on recent land values, auction sales in the grain industry, family conversations as spring planning for auctions is well underway, and much more.
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Demand for U.S. pork will continue to pick up pace, as the industry has seen in the past couple monthly export reports. Dr. Steve Meyer, an economist with Partners for Production Agriculture, which was recently acquired by Ever.Ag, said the key is to keep countries like Mexico at current buying levels, it will allow for expansion in other areas.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says below normal temperatures and above normal precipitation for most of the nation is in the weather forecast for the period of January 31 - February 6.
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USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service proposes to amend animal disease traceability regulations and require electronic identification for interstate movement of certain cattle and bison.
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The Ukraine conflict prompted concerns for farmers and the industry when it comes to sourcing fertilizer, moving prices higher. Now, GROWMARK’s Kreg Ruhl says prices have gone down since last fall, despite those issues not being resolved.
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U.S. farm cash receipts from animals and animal products totaled $195.8 billion in 2021, led by receipts for cattle and calves at $72.9 billion, or 37 percent.
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Steer selling season is upon us. Many ranchers who weaned calves and backgrounded those calves are now looking to take those steers to the sale barn. Tim Petry, NDSU Extension Livestock Marketing Economist, talks more about the current cattle market.
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The Agricultural economy is dependent on so many different factors, like weather, government regulations, and inflation, and the past couple of years have given agriculture challenges on each of those fronts.
During the recent Potato Expo, Rabobank Global Strategist, Stephen Nicholson said the best advice he can give, is be patient
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The outlook for the hog market in 2023 will come with hurdles in production, input costs and export opportunities. Dr. Steve Meyer, an economist with Partners for Production Agriculture and Ever.Ag, said costs for the producer are high.
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The 2022 crop year was one of high input costs, but also high prices at the elevator. David Spickler with Lighthouse Commodities talks more about the year it has been.
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A U.S. farm group is asking the Federal Trade Commission to look into the high prices of eggs and possible price gouging. Farm Action is a farmer-led advocacy organization that sent a letter to FTC Chair Lina Khan to share their concerns over “apparent price gouging.”
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Bart Kenner, USDA economist, giving one reason why China is buying more U.S. soybeans and sorghum.
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Canada is moving closer to a grocery industry Code of Conduct. It’s an attempt to level the playing field for fresh produce farmers, food manufacturers, and for independent grocers. Canadian consumers have very few choices in where they buy their groceries.
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Farm lending activity continued to gradually increase along with further growth in loan sizes. The Kansas City Federal Reserve says the average size of non-real estate farm loans was about 20 percent higher than a year ago and drove an increase in lending volumes for the fourth straight quarter.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation and 17 other organizations are challenging the new Waters of the U.S. Rule in a lawsuit. AFBF Deputy General Counsel Travis Cushman says the new WOTUS rule once again gives the federal government sweeping authority over private lands.
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CHS Inc. will begin construction this spring on a new grain shuttle facility in southeast South Dakota, a strategic location in its Pacific Northwest corridor.
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Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net has details on the current grain markets.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a slow cooling trend and storm activity in much of the nation is expected during the period of January 24 - 30.
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USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service proposes to amend animal disease traceability regulations and require electronic identification for interstate movement of certain cattle and bison. A comment period on the proposal through the Federal Register is open through March 22, 2023.
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Dr. Dan Cummings is a professional services veterinarian with Boehringer-Ingelheim. He talks about things producers need to consider when choosing a deworming product.
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USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is sending out the 2022 Hemp Production and Disposition Inquiry to North Dakota producers. Like the 2021 questionnaire, this year’s survey will collect information on the total planted and harvested area, yield, production, and value of hemp in the United States in 2022.
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Despite being rescinded in 2015 due to NAFTA concerns, a host of farm groups are working to restore Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling, or MCOOL.
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CHS Inc. and Cargill recently announced the intent to expand the scope of their joint venture, TEMCO LLC, by adding the Cargill-owned export grain terminal in Houston, Texas.
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Ryan Brewster of the Foreign Agricultural Service provides details about USDA's scheduled agricultural trade mission to the Netherlands later this Spring.
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Alex Richard, with the North Dakota Grain Dealers Association, talks more about some of the railcar shortages and the challenges it’s made for the industry.
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Only a few days remain to take advantage of early registration discounts for the 2023 Commodity Classic to be held March 9-11 in Orlando. Friday, January 20, 2023, is the last day the early registration discount will be in effect.
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November export numbers from the USDA show pork was once again immensely positive for global demand for U.S. both in the volume and value.
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USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service is accepting applications from U.S. exporters for its first-ever regional agricultural trade mission to Amsterdam, Netherlands, April 17 – 20, 2023.
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The application deadline for the 2023 Specialty Crop Grants is Wednesday, Jan. 18. The North Dakota Department of Agriculture will distribute the funds through a competitive grant program.
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From 2015 to 2021, the median total household income for commercial U.S. farms rose an estimated 16 percent, to $278,339 from $238,994. Commercial farms earn more than $350,000 gross cash farm income regardless of the principal operator’s occupation.
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Agriculture faces a handful of issues in 2023, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation. During a panel discussion at the AFBF Annual Convention in Puerto Rico, AFBF Chief Economist Roger Cryan told attendees that global food security is rising.
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In this week's episode of the AgriBiz Show, we hear about the past growing season and the year ahead from Ashley Bergthold of Brevant Seeds, Jeff Clark of Corteva Agriscience, Andy Ackley of Golden Harvest, Akhtar Hussain with CHS regarding refined fuel, Adriano Santos for the Farmer's Business Network, and Dan Berning of Pioneer.
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Patrick DeHaan with GasBuddy says as he looks to the months ahead, he expects fuel prices to move higher.
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Meredith Carothers, food safety expert with USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline, saying that when there's a prolonged power outage, frozen and refrigerated perishable foods can only remain safe to eat for a fairly limited time.
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USDA released a new WASDE report on Thursday. We break down the numbers in this ag report.
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Cattle producers are committed to protecting environmental resources, supporting communities, and creating an economically viable future through effective management practices. The “Beef Sustainability Forum” coming up on Thursday, February 2, in New Orleans, Louisiana, will help highlight the industry’s sustainability efforts.
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Census of Agriculture Director Barbara Rater says USDA has been working with community groups across the nation to expand farmer participation in the Census of Agriculture.
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Farmers and crop advisers have an opportunity to receive corn production information during a virtual Getting it Right meeting that North Dakota State University Extension is conducting from 8:30 a.m. to noon CST on Tuesday, Jan. 24.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, looks at states with notable topsoil moisture conditions ratings for the month of December.
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A recent trip to the European Union allowed those in the pork industry to see firsthand how the U.S. industry can continue to prevent and prepare for a foreign animal disease outbreak.
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November exports of U.S. pork were the largest of 2022 in both volume and value, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses the latest on commodities covered in drought for the period ending January 3rd.
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North Dakota Farm Bureau members and Board of Directors recently set 2023 priority issues for the organization.
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Cover crops are an increasingly popular management practice among many U.S. farmers. The goal is to provide seasonal living cover between their primary commodity cash crops. Farmers plant those cover crops in the fall to provide winter cover for soil that otherwise would be bare.
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The National Agricultural Statistics Service will publish the first official estimate of the 2023-2024 winter wheat crop planted area on January 12. U.S. Wheat Associates and America’s wheat-importing customers will be watching trade estimates before the report is issued.
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Reaction across American agriculture to the Environmental Protection Agency’s new Waters of the U.S. Rule has not been positive. Reagan Giesenschlag, manager of government affairs with the Fertilizer Institute, says the new rule supposedly doesn’t go as far as earlier proposals in 2022
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Senate Ag Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow of Michigan announced she won’t be running for reelection in 2024. The four-term senator says a big part of her decision was stepping aside to make room for new voices. Between now and 2024, Stabenow says she’ll concentrate on passing a new farm bill before she retires.
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In this week's episode of the AgriBiz Show, we bring you audio from Trade Talk at the National Association of Farm Broadcasting convention in Kansas City. Among our guests this week -
NK Soybeans - Eric Miller
Syngenta - Dale Ireland and Dean Grossnickle
DEKALB - Jamie Horton
Bayer CropScience - Brian Green, Matt Nelson, Dominik Hoffman
BASF - Doug Little and Matt Inman
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National Pork Board is using Pork Checkoff funds to drive consumers to a higher ground in the retail meat case. Neal Hull, NPB director of domestic market development says they partnered with the Michigan-based grocer Meijer meeting NPB’s ground pork goals set in 2020.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, forecasts above normal temperatures and precipitation for most of the country during the period of January 11 - 17.
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Canada is a bright spot for U.S. ethanol exports, while China, with its tariffs, continues to lag as an ethanol market.
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Applications are now being accepted for a new grant program to support Minnesotans purchasing their first farm. The Down Payment Assistance Grant Program is managed by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and offers dollar-for-dollar matching up to $15,000 for qualified small farmers to purchase farmland.
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A new year and a new Congress means new challenges for the ethanol industry. Renewable Fuels Association head Geoff Cooper talks more about his industry with a GOP-controlled House and Democrat-led Senate.
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Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, talks more about the impacts of the WOTUS final rule.
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Afternoon ag news with Rusty Halvorson.
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Ag News headlines with Rusty Halvorson
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Rusty Halvorson has the morning's ag news
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Rusty Halvorson has the afternoon news headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has this morning's ag new headlines
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Rusty Halvorson has mid-morning farm news, with Congress focused on renewable fuels.
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Rusty Halvorson has the morning farm and ranch news headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has this afternoon's farm news - with lawmakers focused on the next farm bill.
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Rusty Halvorson visits with North Dakota Livestock Alliance executive director Amber Boeshans about value added opportunities in the region - regarding livestock production.
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Rusty Halvorson has the afternoon ag news.
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Rusty Halvorson has today's farm news.
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The National Corn Growers Association is concerned about Mexico's stance on GMO corn.
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Rusty Halvorson has today's morning ag news.
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Max Steffes and Rusty Halvorson visit about recent auction trends, and new family transitions - or additions - that many people deal with every day.
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Rusty Halvorson has a check of the farm news headlines.
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Top stories of the day with Rusty Halvorson.
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Rusty Halvorson has a check of agricultural news.
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Rusty Halvorson has the afternoon ag news.
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Rusty Halvorson talks about today' ag news headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has farm and ranch headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has the farm and ranch headlines for the day.
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Keep the stubble in the field - Rusty Halvorson has more details
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Derailing a rail strike - Rusty Halvorson has details.
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Rusty Halvorson talks with Amber Boeshans of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance about new opportunities for young producers in the industry.
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Rusty Halvorson has the latest in farm and ranch news.
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Rusty Halvorson has the latest agricultural headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has a check on farm and ranch news headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has an update on the latest agricultural news.
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The ethanol industry is frustrated by the EPA's latest delay in proposing new volume requirements.
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USDA Deputy Ag Secretary Dr. Jewell Bronaugh recently lead a trade mission to Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar.
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Strong headwinds could be ahead for agricultural trade, according to former U.S. Ag Trade Ambassador Greg Doud. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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The midterm elections, and new WASDA report and inflation numbers from the government could affect commodity trade this week.
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Almost 200 groups related to agriculture are urging Congress to prevent a rail strike in the U.S. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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Biofuel groups say a recent General Accounting Office report on EPA decision-making on small refinery exemptions is obsolete.
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High inflation is taking a toll on farmers and impacting the cost of their inputs.
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An Association of Equipment Manufacturers Advocacy Team spent time with AEM members and workers leading up to the election.
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Rusty Halvorson talks about protecting pumping systems from the cold of winter.
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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers has launched the "I Make America" campaign ahead the midterm elections
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The National Cattlemen's Beef Association is accepting applications until March 10 for the 2023 Environmental Stewardship Award.
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USDA reports avian influenza in 2022 had major regional differences. Rusty Halvorson has the details.
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The soybean checkoff will invest $400,000 in port enhancements. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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A report from CoBank suggests consumers could see smaller and higher-priced turkeys this Thanksgiving. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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Farmers are facing headwinds from fuel to fertilizer to a new rail strike threat. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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Recent USDA data showed that cattle placements were down in many drought-stricken states. Rusty Halvorson has details.
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Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced new funding to expand meat and poultry processing around the country. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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USDA Deputy Secretary Jewell Bronaugh arrived in Nairobi for a trade mission including 32 agribusinesses and farm organizations. Rusty Halvorson has details.
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The FFA organization elected new leadership at its recent national convention. Rusty Halvorson has more.
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Russia has backed out of the July Black Sea grain deal that freed up Ukrainian exports. Rusty Halvorson has more.
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Mexico appears to be moving ahead with its plans to ban GMO corn imports by 2024. Rusty Halvorson has more on the story.
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The National Pork Producers Council says Kelly Cushman is its new vice president of domestic policy. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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High speed internet is increasingly seen as a 'must have' for rural residents. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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In its October WASDE report, the government indicated a reduction in soybean yields, partly offset by a gain in grain stocks.
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A recent survey shows farmer concerns about the future success of carbon markets.
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The inland waterway system is used to ship a large amount of U.S. grains, and low waterway levels along the Mississippi River are concerning to barge shippers.
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Rusty Halvorson has a recap of this past week's headlines, along with a harvest update with Grant Mehring of Bayer Cropscience - DEKALB Asgrow.
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More than 65,000 FFA members, advisors and guests are gathered in Indianapolis. Rusty Halvorson has more details
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The ethanol industry is focused on continued turmoil in the energy markets and increasing expectations of a full-blown recession next year. Rusty Halvorson has more details
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Rusty Halvorson has details for Thursday farm and ranch news.
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The National Milk Producers Federation this week during its annual meeting unanimously endorsed a plan to modernize the Federal Milk Marketing Order milk pricing system. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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Rusty Halvorson has an update for farm and ranch news.
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Dry conditions continue across much of the West. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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Rusty Halvorson talks with Heidi Haugo, communications director for the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council, about the final week for Pink at the Pump, and the promotion for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Calls from corn grower leaders are growing louder for USTR to intervene in a trade dispute with Mexico over corn exports.
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Midterm elections are just two weeks away, and groups like the National Cattlemen's Beef Association are focused on possible impacts on their industry
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The dairy industry is meeting this week as part of the Joint Annual Meeting of the National Milk Producers Federation and the United Dairy Industry Association.
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Strong commodity prices continue to support the ag economy, but rapidly rising production expenses are pressuring profit margins. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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With drought across much of the West, many cattle producers continue to face headwinds in the market. Rusty Halvorson has more details
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The Federal Reserve Board recently release it October 2022 Beige Book. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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Political pressure is growing for the EPA to boost its Renewable Fuel Standard targets. Rusty Halvorson has more details
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Rusty Halvorson shares the latest in ag news for our Monday morning.
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More than 16,000 farmers submitted comments against an EPA proposal to revise its 2020 atrazine registration review decision. Rusty Halvorson has more details.
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Rusty Halvorson has a recap of this past week's top farm and ranch news.
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A recent sale in Iowa set another record for the price of farmland in the U.S. Rusty Halvorson has more details about the recent deal.
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Rusty Halvorson talks with Jean Henning, Executive Director of the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council, about a recent visit by Japanese grain buyers to the region.
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A number of lawmakers are encouraging the EPA to establish expanded renewable volume obligations in the upcoming set rule for the Renewable Fuel Standard. Rusty Halvorson has more details
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Dairy producers can now enroll for 2023 coverage through the Dairy Margin Coverage Program. Rusty Halvorson has more details
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Rusty Halvorson has a check of the latest farm news.
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As the Thanksgiving buying period approaches, Rusty Halvorson talks about recent USDA numbers compiling avian influenza losses.
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Rusty Halvorson reports on USDA's latest efforts to help borrowers that are in a pinch.
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Rusty Halvorson has the farm and ranch news headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has the farm and ranch news headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has the farm and ranch news headlines.
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Afternoon farm news - with Rusty Halvorson
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Rusty Halvorson has a mid-morning update in agricultural headlines.
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Rusty Halvorson has a check on farm and ranch news for Tuesday.
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Rusty Halvorson has a check of the farm and ranch headlines for this Monday afternoon.
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Rusty Halvorson has a check of the farm and ranch headlines as we begin the week.
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Rusty Halvorson has the early morning farm and ranch report.
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Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have found a way to reduce the amount of nitrogen fertilizers needed to grow cereal crops.
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Last week, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association urged the Biden administration to press pause on a new Waters of the U.S. rule.
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Tight stocks led to record high butter prices last quarter. Butter prices were one of the hot dairy industry topics during last week’s World Dairy Expo.
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The Walmart Foundation Monday announced a $750,000 grant to the National FFA Foundation to incorporate sustainability principles in school education.
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Plant-based food is a hot market, but plant-based meat alternative is not, according to a recent study by Deloitte Insights. The researchers say there are many contributing factors, including supply chain problems and a tough comparison point from an impressive prior year.
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As any farmer or rancher can tell you, farm life can be demanding and stressful. It has reached a critical stage with pandemic impacts on top of natural disasters, extreme weather events, financial pressures due to fluctuating commodity prices, labor shortages, trade disruptions and other factors over the past several years.
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Groups like the American Business Immigration Coalition Action, the National Milk Producers Federation, the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives, and many others involved in U.S. dairy held a press conference on labor shortages.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Tysen Rosenau, serves as Chairman of the ND Corn Council and farms near Carrington. Rosenau gives a report from the field.
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The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization says the Food Price Index averaged 136.3 points in September, 1.1 percent below August and the sixth-straight monthly decline.
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August U.S. pork exports passed 2021 totals for the first time this year while beef exports topped $1 billion for the 7th month in 2022.
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Agricultural manufacturers are still struggling to get enough parts to continue to put together their products. Dr. Kanlaya Barr is director of corporate economics with John Deere.
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There is a lot of data out there about what consumers think about when it comes to the pork they eat. One area catching interest is consumer perception through social media data.
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Crash data shows there were 374 crashes involving farm equipment in Minnesota from 2019 through 2021, resulting in eight deaths and 133 injuries. Inattentive driving and speed were the biggest contributing factors in those crashes.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering virtual workshops on Oct. 11, Oct. 13, Nov. 15 and Dec. 13 for agricultural producers and stakeholders to learn about the latest updates and improvements to the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection and the Micro Farm insurance options. WFRP and Micro Farm are two of the most comprehensive risk management options available.
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USDA meteorologist, Eric Luebehusen, notes a mixed bag of temperature and dryness expected for the period of October 11 - 17.
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Officials with Summit Carbon Solutions and the Ringneck Energy ethanol plant at Onida, South Dakota, held a tour last week to provide more information about the carbon capture pipeline Summit is proposing to build.
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Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux discusses two natural disaster events, and the role they played in creating a new program to address rebuilding on-site grain storage facilities.
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Nineteen Unleaded88 fuel retailers across the state are participating in the fourth annual Pink at the Pump® campaign to raise funds for breast cancer awareness, while increasing consumer awareness about Unleaded88, a higher-octane fuel containing 15 percent ethanol and 85 percent gasoline. Participating retailers will donate three cents of every gallon of Unleaded88 sold from Oct. 1-31 to North Dakota Women’s Way.
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Global agricultural productivity growth is in steep decline, and current efforts to expand sustainable agriculture production to feed a growing global population are inadequate to deal with the challenges that the world faces.
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This week, National Corn Growers Association President and Minnesota farmer Tom Haag held a news conference with the media to outline his goals for his year as president.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation announced the opening of general registration Monday for the 2023 American Farm Bureau Convention. The convention will be held in-person January 6-11, 2023, in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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According to the National Sunflower Association, nearby prices at the crush plants were unchanged to up $1.00 per cwt. last week. Sunflower harvest has started in the Dakotas and Minnesota.
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As with most farm bill discussions, it’s hard to know what to expect. Former Minnesota Congressman Collin Peterson, longtime chair of the House Ag Committee, spoke at the Ag Outlook Forum in Kansas City. His initial thoughts on the new bill weren’t overly optimistic.
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Whether it’s real-time milk production records or activity monitors for cows, the U.S. dairy industry has a front-row seat to agriculture innovation and technology.
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Nearly two years ago, Mexico announced that by 2024, they would ban U.S. corn imports if it’s genetically modified or grown using glyphosate. That’s why the U.S. government and ag leaders are working to resolve this issue.
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October is National Pasta Month. Pasta is made using two basic ingredients water and semolina. Semolina is produced by milling durum, of which North Dakota is the top producer in the country.
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Harvest season is in high gear, and U.S. farmers have another supply chain challenge. Bloomberg says there aren’t enough barges moving goods up and down the shrinking Mississippi River. Drought is drying a vital American waterway, which means a lot less room for vessels moving corn and soybeans from farms to U.S. ports.
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Minnesota livestock farmers and ranchers seeking to improve their operation are encouraged to apply for the Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation Livestock Investment Grant program. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture anticipates awarding approximately $1.3 million using a competitive review process.
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U.S red meat exports continue to post solid numbers. Erin Borror, an economist with the U.S. Meat Export Federation, spoke during the Ag Outlook Forum in Kansas City. She says exports continue adding value to producers’ bottom lines.
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Final production for the 2021 North Dakota potato crop totaled 22.5 million cwt, down 5% from 2020, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Planted acres for 2021 totaled 76,000, up 6% from 2020.
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Since the National Corn Growers Association launched the call to action on July 20, more than 3,000 growers have commented. EPA’s open comment period closes on October 7. You can submit comments via ncga.com.
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With increased soybean crushing capacity on the horizon, the folks at Green Bison Energy - with a plan to process 150,000 bushels of soybeans per day into oil, meal and fiber, at the Spiritwood Energy Park Association industrial park about 10 miles east of Jamestown, will be able to feed plenty of hogs and pigs.
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A new online toolbox from the United Soybean Board helps soybean farmers compare and learn more about carbon market programs.
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Fall is here with Thanksgiving around the corner. As you plan your holiday meal, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Bernt Nelson says you will notice higher prices for turkey and eggs.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Tysen Rosenau, Chairman of the ND Corn Council, gives a report from the field this week. Tysen has started harvesting soybeans and will move to corn after the soybeans are finished.
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The agricultural economy is still quite strong in 2022, but how long will it last? Nate Kaufman, vice president and Omaha bank executive for the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, spoke during the recent Agricultural Outlook Forum in Kansas City. He told the audience during a presentation that incomes are still in good shape.
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The Department of Agriculture this week announced funding to help farmers rebuild on-farm storage systems impacted by recent natural disasters. USDA will make $20 million available to farmers in Kentucky, Minnesota, South Dakota and surrounding areas to rebuild damaged storage facilities damaged in 2021 and 2022 by natural disaster events.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the $500 million in grants, intended to spur competition in the fertilizer sector and combat price hikes on U.S. farmers.
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On September 30, 2021, President Biden signed into law the Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act, which includes $10 billion in assistance to agricultural producers impacted by wildfires, droughts, hurricanes, winter storms, and other eligible disasters experienced during calendar years 2020 and 2021. ERP is one relief component of the Act.
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USDA has once again raised its food price inflation forecast. Matt MacLachlan, USDA economist, saying no food categories this year will end the year lower priced than 2021.
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A new federal grant program announced Tuesday seeks to increase American-made fertilizer production.
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There’s a long way to go, but commodity markets are watching U.S. harvest results. Mike Zuzolo founder and president of Global Commodity Analytics, talks about the markets’ reaction to early harvest results.
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The North Dakota Lamb and Wool Producers Association will host their annual convention on Friday, Oct. 7 and Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Roughrider Hotel in Medora, North Dakota.
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Alan Bjerga, Senior Vice President at the National Milk Producers Federation, has been that sales of plant-based beverages are up, and milk drinking is down, but that’s changing.
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The Environmental Protection Agency is quickly approaching its deadline to propose a multi-year rule called “The Set.” The rule will establish a new baseline growth in low-carbon biofuels.
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The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a district court improperly vacated 2019 revisions of the Endangered Species Act.
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A Bloomberg article has a large number of soybean farmers around the world worried about the future of Chinese soybean demand. The Chinese government is attempting to boost the country’s food security by trying to lower the number of soybeans turned into animal feed.
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We visit with Karmen Hardy about how this year's crops are progressing and how the plots have been looking.
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USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that his agency is awarding $502 million in loans and grants to help provide high-speed internet in rural America.
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Older Gen Zs, ages 18-24, in the U.S. are discerning when choosing restaurants, according to new data by the NPD Group. Although price matters to this group, their taste preferences and definition of value dictate the type of restaurants they visit.
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The past couple of years have been challenging for the cattle industry across the nation. But one economist says he expects better days ahead.
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A recent CoBank report completed by the University of Missouri shows 82 percent of farm household income now comes from off-farm sources. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says there are several ways the Department of Agriculture is working to build new markets to change the farm income balance.
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A new study shows increasing dependence on off-farm employment and income reveals the growing economic interconnection of rural communities and surrounding cities. According to a study by researchers at the University of Missouri, 82 percent of U.S. farm household income now comes from off-farm sources.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Pigs. North Dakota's Bright Future is a two-part event centered around the successful development of the swine industry in North Dakota.
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Bob Worth farms in southwestern Minnesota and says both the planting and growing seasons have been challenging this year.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says a straight-forward weather forecast is projected for the period of September 27 - October 3.
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Dan Neenan of the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety discusses the history and significance of the annual National Farm Safety and Health Week awareness campaign..
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As we prepare to wrap up 2022, many are looking ahead to the new year, and one popular resource in the farming community is the Farmers’ Almanac. Editor Pete Geiger says people often limit the Almanac to a weather book.
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Last week, more than 250 members of the National Farmers Union came to Washington, D.C., from all over the country to advocate for family farmers.
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The National Corn Growers Association applauded a recent USDA decision to allocate up to $95 million in funding to help farmers accelerate their cover crop adoption.
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The North Dakota Soybean Council is now awarding grants to middle and high school teachers. The grants are worth up to $500 and will be awarded on a competitive basis to support lessons related to soybeans or soy products. Applications can be submitted throughout the 2022–2023 school year.
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Building on the success of the 2021 Mythbusting campaign, NPB is working with country music star Luke Bryan for what’s described as “Mythbusting 2.0.” Heather Hill, president of NPB, said after the success of last year they are excited to continue busting myths with the help of Bryan.
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Senator John Hoeven hosted a discussion with Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman (R-Ark.). Hoeven, organized the meeting to allow North Dakota producers, commodity groups and other agri-businesses to provide input as negotiations begin on the next farm bill.
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Members of the Taiwan ag industry and Minnesota corn and soybean association representatives signed Letters of Intent outlining Taiwan's intended purchases of corn and soybean products from Minnesota suppliers.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains how producer input led to the shaping of the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Program and its project funding structure.
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Max Steffes and Rusty Halvorson talk about the latest trends in agriculture, along with their guest Rusty Groom, an Auction Coordinator at Steffes Group.
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Extreme weather like intense heat, drought stress, and other environmental challenges mean a variable corn harvest ahead this fall. Blake Mumm is an agronomist for Golden Harvest and talks about why harvest is likely to be so variable this year.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Jean Henning, Executive Director of the council, discusses the USDA HBIP program which will provide cost sharing for fuel stations to replace infrastructure to allow for higher blends of ethanol.
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USDA will mail 33,000 questionnaires to North Dakota ag producers.
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As Congress prepares for the next Farm Bill, the National Association of Wheat Growers is out with their priorities for the 2023 edition.
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Combine sales grew for August in both the U.S. and Canada, while total tractors fell in the U.S., but grew in Canada, according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
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Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is accepting applications for its ReConnect Program loans and grants to expand access to high-speed internet for millions of people in rural America. The agency is making over $1 billion available for the program, a critical piece of the effort to connect every American to affordable and reliable high-speed internet.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, talks about a shift in location for above normal temperatures with most of the country experiencing near to below normal precipitation for the period of September 20 – 26.
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Hot equipment and dry vegetation combined with warm temperatures can cause field fires.
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Angie Johnson, NDSU Extension farm and ranch safety coordinator, discusses how to prevent fires during harvest time.
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Excitement for exports continue to grow as Mexico once again is the top market for U.S. pork. Courtney Knupp, vice president of international market development with the National Pork Board, says numbers remain well above last year’s record pace.
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U.S. beef exports again topped $1 billion in July and posted the fifth-largest volume on record, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
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2022 has been a challenge for ag retailers and their customers due to supply shortages and high prices. Crop Life magazine says global uncertainty has affected key fertilizer sources like Russia, China, and Ukraine, adding even more stress to the marketplace last spring.
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The 2022/23 U.S. wheat outlook for supply and use is unchanged this month. The projected 2022/23 season-average farm price (SAFP) is lowered $0.25 per bushel to $9.00 on reported NASS prices to date and expectations for cash and futures prices the remainder of 2022/23. Despite the decline, $9.00 per bushel would remain a record SAFP.
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Bart Kenner, USDA economist, with U.S. ag. trade numbers for the first ten months of this fiscal year.
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A report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange says the widespread outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza that hit U.S. poultry production has subsided. Case numbers significantly dropped as temperatures rose and the migratory season for wild birds ended.
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Exports of manufactured, agricultural, and mining goods from Minnesota were valued at $6.7 billion in the second quarter of 2022, reaching the highest level on record. Minnesota exports grew 12 percent between the second quarters of 2021 and 2022.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association voiced support to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee regarding the Livestock Regulatory Protection Act this week.
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Amber Boeshans, Executive Director of the North Dakota Livestock Alliance, discusses the upcoming "Pigs. North Dakota's Bright Future" event that will take place September 28, from 11 am- 4 pm at the Delta Hotel in Fargo.
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USDA’s Economic Research Service just released its annual report on food security, showing a slight decline in 2021 from 2020. American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Economist Veronica Nigh explains the data.
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Farm Futures recently surveyed hundreds of farmers about their 2023 planting intentions, and corn looks like a winner next year. Jacqueline Holland is a grain marketing analyst for Farm Futures and says farmers will be planting a lot of corn next year.
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NDSA members will be celebrating the organization’s achievements, selecting new leaders and re-commiting to “All In” support of the beef cattle industry during the NDSA Annual Convention & Trade Show Sept. 22-24 at the Bismarck Hotel and Conference Center.
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Farming and ranching are dangerous occupations. To help raise awareness of safety concerns, North Dakota State University agents and specialists will offer several interactive booths on safety during the Big Iron Farm Show in West Fargo, Sept. 13-15. Topics include hearing loss, farm stress and grain bin safety.
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Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said that applications are now being accepted for reimbursement of organic certification costs through the Organic Certification Cost Share Program for fiscal year 2022.
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Meredith Carothers, food safety expert with the USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline, outlining several ways you can get cookout food safety questions answered live by real experts.
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Hero for the Hungry is the latest book from Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture’s publishing venture, Feeding Minds Press.
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With food inflation, hunger and nutrition insecurity at all-time highs, many families are challenged to keep nutritious meals on home menus while staying within their budgets.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during July 2022 in Minnesota was $6.95 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report. This was 4 cents below the June price but $1.26 above July 2021.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says above normal temperatures nationwide and a north-south dividing line for precipitation are expected in the U.S. weather forecast for the period of September 6 - 12.
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Livestock producers work hard to make an environmentally friendly product, but the message is sometimes lost to the consumer. Elliot Dennis, Nebraska Extension livestock marketing and risk management specialist, says the environment is only one attribute consumers desire.
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The bison now numbers over 400,000 head across North America. And according to Jim Matheson, Executive Director of the National Bison Association, this tremendous comeback is thanks to a unique collaboration.
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USDA Farm Service Agency released its initial reported acre figures recently for all crops. Oil- type sunflower planted acreage was pegged at 1.53 million acres with non-oil acres at 136,824.
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A Wisconsin couple started an Airbnb on their dairy farm.
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The Department of Agriculture is improving two of its most comprehensive risk management safety net programs. USDA announced the improvements Wednesday for the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, and Micro Farm, making them more accessible to farmers.
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The North Dakota State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza in a non-commercial, backyard flock in Cass County, North Dakota. The detection triggers the suspension of poultry/bird events across the state. If no new cases emerge in 30 days, the suspension will be automatically lifted.
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One of the kickoff events for the South Dakota State Fair each year is a program recognizing farms and ranches in the state that have been in the same family for 100 years or longer.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service has announced an additional $21.9 million of funding is being awarded to 111 grant projects through the Meat and Poultry Inspection Readiness Grant Program, bringing total funding to $54.6 million.
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USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer with the new USDA forecast for fiscal year 2023 agricultural exports.
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USDA released the quarterly Outlook for U.S. Agricultural Trade Tuesday. American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Economist Veronica Nigh says the outlook offers projections for the remainder of the 2022 fiscal year and the first projections for 2023.
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USDA’s Economic Research Service reports the interest expense ratio of farms was 0.04 in 2020, remaining in line with the long-term trend and initial forecasts, despite the pandemic.
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The Department of Agriculture will mail the 2022 Census of Agriculture to millions of agriculture producers across the 50 states and Puerto Rico this fall. The 2022 Census of Agriculture will be mailed in phases, starting with an invitation to respond online in November, followed by paper questionnaires in December.
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China’s record heatwave is beginning to disappear, and farmers are assessing the damage caused by the lengthy dry spell. Reuters says the Chinese government is urging its producers to replant or switch crops where they can.
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The Kansas City Fed says agricultural credit conditions remained strong in the second quarter, but slower improvement is expected during the months ahead. Those bankers who responded to the Federal Reserve Survey of Agricultural Credit Conditions say farm income continued to increase.
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When bringing cattle and calves back in from summer pasture, it’s not unusual for the head count to be one or two head short, but a state brand inspector in north central South Dakota says that doesn’t necessarily mean the grower has lost that income.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will survey producers in 32 states, including North Dakota, for its 2022 County Agricultural Production Survey for small grains.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Jean Henning serves as Executive Director of the council and talks more about the importance of a Japanese trade team planning to visit North Dakota in October.
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is gathering ideas as the state’s next biennial budget is considered. Farmers, food businesses, and others impacted by food and agriculture systems are all invited to share policy, funding, and program suggestions.
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The South American corn crop is all but harvested in both Brazil and neighboring Argentina. Dr. Michael Cordonnier is an agronomist with Soybean and Corn Advisors, Inc. The big question about Argentina’s corn crop is how much of it will get into the international market
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Farmers and others will have an opportunity to learn about robotics in agriculture, safe grain handling, the NDSU Plant Diagnostic Lab, farm stress, leadership and civic engagement, agribusiness, and the significant impact of loud noises in agriculture from NDSU Extension personnel during the Big Iron Farm Show in West Fargo, Sept. 13-15.
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Regent, North Dakota grower Josh Greff says he planted 1300 acres of sunflowers this year and most are in full bloom.
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Mike Metzger with Minn-Dak Farmers Cooperative talks more about how the late start to the planting season impacted this year's sugarbeet crop.
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An agreement to allow grain shipments from Ukraine is helping increase global supplies of wheat and corn. Veronica Nigh, American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Economist, says several shipments are leaving Ukraine now.
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The Department of Agriculture this week opened the application window for grants to increase the sale and use of biofuels. USDA has $100 million in funding available through the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Jean Henning serves as Executive Director of the council and talks more about bringing ethanol education into North Dakota schools.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, notes near to above normal temperatures nationwide and a wide range of precipitation outcomes across the country during the period of August 30 to September 5.
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According to the latest crop progress report from USDA, 30% of the spring wheat crop in Minnesota has been harvested. Meanwhile in North Dakota only 18% of the crop has been harvested, well behind 69% last year and 49% average.
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The decline in fuel prices has extended to the 10th straight week. Gasoline prices fell 5.1 cents in the last week to $3.86 a gallon, while diesel prices fell 6.3 cents to $4.97 a gallon. The national average gas price is down 51.3 cents from a month ago but 72.2 cents higher than a year ago.
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Crop scouts on the western leg of the Pro Farm Crop Tour say heat stress will take a toll on the corn and soybean crops in South Dakota.
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There is still time for farmers to share how conservation is a part of their operation and maybe win a Conservation Legacy Award. The award recognizes farm management practices of U.S. soybean farmers that are both environmentally friendly and profitable.
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It's a big week for row crop agriculture as corn and soybean yield estimators have headed out on the 30th Pro Farmer Crop Tour.
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A big topic for nearly everyone is the price of fuel, especially as diesel hits a record high. Naturally, that has many farmers wondering about the cost of propane and its availability this fall.
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Almost 50 million children are returning to public schools, and a group of dairy and nutrition advocates encourages parents and policymakers to remember dairy. The dairy advocates say when it comes to the health of students, milk and dairy product options need to be more accessible during the school year.
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The 2023 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show is headed to New Orleans next year, and funding is available to offset some costs for producers.
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World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses some of the notable news within USDA's August outlook for U.S. meat exports.
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Rusty Halvorson talks with Max Steffes and Chris Gellner of Steffes Group about recent trends in construction equipment, the possible market outlook for the year ahead, and how activity in the oil industry has affected recent value trends.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Farm and Ranch Director Sarah Heinrich visits with Janet Knodel, Professor and Entomologist at North Dakota State University, about pests in corn and what farmers can do to mitigate those unwanted pests.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about some of the states reporting significant very-short to short topsoil moisture conditions for the period ending August 14th.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation distributed a third drought impact survey in June to its members in 15 states across the Western U.S. Danny Munch, an economist with Farm Bureau, said the survey was distributed to state staff, county and state leadership, and farmer and rancher members.
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Bayer Fund’s America’s Farmers Grow Communities program is once again teaming up with North Dakota farmers across the country to find and fund the organizations and institutions that keep their communities thriving. Through November 1 farmers can enroll for the chance to direct $5,000 to local, nonprofits, schools or ag programs.
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The National FFA Organization Tuesday announced a record-high student membership number of 850,823, an increase of 15 percent from last year.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says a wide range of temperatures nationwide, and near or above precipitation for most of the nation, are in the forecast for the period of August 23 to 29.
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The U.S. Cattlemen's Association Tuesday announced the Independent Beef Producer and Processor's online directory. The network is intended to be a resource for those seeking new connections within the industry.
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The USDA released its World Ag Supply and Demand Estimates and updated Crop Production Reports last week. Joe Vaclavik, founder and president of Standard Grain, talks about the biggest surprise in last Friday’s reports.
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U.S. sunflower oil exports in the first nine months of the marketing year stand at 35,372 metric tons an increase of 8% from the same time a year ago. Increased demand in Canada is the leading factor to the growth in exports.
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U.S. beef producers face higher input costs this year, predicted up seven percent compared to 2021. USDA’s Economic Research Service reported Monday the farmer’s share of the retail value of beef also increased year over year, but rising input costs, especially for cattle feed, may limit farmers’ ability to benefit from higher cattle prices.
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Year-over-year consumer inflation in July was 8.5 percent, down from 9.1 percent in June. The month-over-month inflation was zero percent, though that was largely the result of a 4.6 percent drop in energy prices. Roger Cryan, American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist, says inflation remains a concern.
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The American Automobile Association says the national average price of regular gasoline fell below four dollars a gallon. The national average was $3.99 a gallon last week, a sharp drop from the record high of five dollars a gallon in mid-June.
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Corn farmers have little time left to enter the National Corn Growers Association Yield Contest. Entry closes August 17, 2022. All harvest forms will be due by November 30. Contest winners will be announced on December 14.
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Flies have been a concern for livestock producers this summer. Gerald Stokka, NDSU Extension veterinarian and livestock stewardship specialist, offers a few fly control options.
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U.S. and Canadian ag tractor monthly unit sales in July 2022 fell, while combine sales grew in the U.S., according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
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Mike Newland with the Propane Education and Research Council, talks about its website which has a tool to help corn producers determine how much propane they may need for drying this year's crop.
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Rusty Halvorson has a recap of this past week's farm and ranch news headlines, including new USDA Rural Development funding for the state of North Dakota, and the upcoming sugarbeet harvest.
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Last weekend saw rain in parts of farm country. John Baranick, ag meteorologist for DTN, says while the rain benefited the parts of rural America stuck in a drought, other areas didn’t need a lot of rainfall.
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We visit with Karmen Hardy about how this year's corn and soybean crops are progressing and the pests that producers should be on the lookout for.
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Farmers in North Dakota are seeing more weeds in their fields compared to the 2021 growing season. Dr. Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weed Specialist, explains more about some of the weed pressure producers are battling.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Dr. Joe Ikley is a NDSU Extension Weed Specialist. He explains more about the upcoming Palmer Amaranth Initiative as well as what he is seeing for Palmer and other weeds in North Dakota and what farmers should be doing to control these weeds.
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For 75 years, the CHS Foundation has helped develop the next generation of ag leaders for lifelong success. In honor of the milestone, the foundation is awarding $75,000 in grants for K-12 teachers to implement a project at their school that will engage students in experiential agricultural education.
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The June export data compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation shows pork export volume eight percent lower than this time last year. National Pork Board’s Vice President of International Market Development Courtney Knupp says don’t let that number discourage you.
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Beef demand seems to be holding steady despite a very high plateau in current beef prices—that according to Tyler Cozzins, agricultural economist at the Livestock Marketing Information Center.
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Ralph Lott is the United Soybean Board Chair and talks about their funding priorities.
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The Senate Sunday passed the Inflation Reduction Act.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with a look at the progress of spring wheat harvesting and a look at the condition of the crop.
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U.S. farmland prices increased 12.4 percent over the last year, according to new data from the Department of Agriculture.
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North Dakota's farm real estate value, a measurement of the value of all land and buildings on farms, increased from 2021, according to USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Farm real estate value for 2022 averaged $2,050 per acre, up $230 per acre from last year.
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It's hard to not notice those fields of yellow as you drive down the road. John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association, explains how North Dakota Tourism is working with sunflower growers to let the public enjoy those blooming fields.
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Global food prices fell by the biggest amount since 2008 due to easing concerns over the supplies of grains and vegetable oils as Ukraine restarted its exports.
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John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association, talks more about this year's sunflower crop and current market prices.
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Honey bee colonies for operations with five or more colonies in North Dakota as of January 1, 2022 totaled 75,000 according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. The number of colonies in North Dakota on April 1, 2022 was 90,000.
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The DEX will provide exhibit space for over 13,000 4-H and FFA students across the state and expand the event hosting capabilities of the fairgrounds.
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The National Sunflower Association is encouraging producers to be scouting for rust, the banded sunflower moth and red sunflower weevil.
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Rusty Halvorson has the week's top headlines in farm and ranch news - from a new shipment of corn headed out of Ukraine - to the the recent dairy consumption of the average American consumer.
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Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Shannon Ferrell talks about why it is important to have a transition plan in place for your farm or ranch.
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Farmers in Minnesota looking to enter or exit farming have two new resources available, through a partnership between the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation and Minnesota Dairy Initiative.
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Sheep and lamb numbers are on the rise in North Dakota says Travis Hoffman, the NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension sheep specialist.
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Tysen Rosenau serves as Chairman of the ND Corn Council. Rosenau talks more about how the corn crop is progressing in the Carrington area in central North Dakota.
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The sale prices for good cropland in rural America continue upward, reaching new high points in many states. Farmers National Company says the “record” sale prices continue to capture headlines, but there has generally been continued strength in the land market, with good cropland attracting the most attention from buyers.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, notes near to above normal temperatures, and near to below normal rainfall, is the forecast for most of the nation for August 9th through 15th.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Tysen Rosenau serves as Chairman of the ND Corn Council. Rosenau talks more about how the corn crop is progressing in the Carrington area in central North Dakota.
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Of the $5 billion of U.S. beef exported around the world through May of this year, only $8 million has been to Africa.
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Leaders from the U.S. sugar industry are meeting in Colorado this week for the 37th annual International Sweetener Symposium.
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The U.S. Grains Council recently held its 62nd annual Board of Delegates Meeting in California. Minnesota grain farmer Chad Willis wrapped up his term as Chairman of the organization and talked about what he enjoyed most.
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President Biden’s pick to be the next Chief Ag Negotiator says, if confirmed, he’ll engage with China to step up its production of fertilizer ingredients as farm input costs here soar. Doug McKalip says farm input inflation will be a top priority of his if confirmed.
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House Ag Committee Chair David Scott introduced the Small Family Farmer and Rancher Relief Act to help small farmers and ranchers in the cattle industry.
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Farm and ranch production expenditures for the Plains Region totaled $99.2 billion in 2021, up from $85.3 billion in 2020, according to USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. The Plains Region includes North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.
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The U.S. Grains Council recently held its Board of Delegates meeting in Sacramento, California. Ryan LeGrand, president and CEO of USGC, says he and their staff have spent a lot of time traveling abroad to promote U.S. grains.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, looks at notable state pasture and rangeland conditions for the week ending July 24th.
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The eight-week Farmland for the Next Generation Program will kick off Sept. 1 and run every Thursday through Oct. 20 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. CST. Those interested in participating should register by Aug. 25 on the SDSU Extension Events webpage.
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National farm and ranch leaders will be at Minnesota Farmfest August 2-3 to discuss key agricultural topics. Farmfest forums in Minnesota will cover a number of agricultural subjects, ranging from the upcoming farm bill to the agricultural outlook for the upcoming year and many other topics.
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Research presented at the 2022 Chicken Marketing Summit shows that U.S. consumers are still buying chicken. The survey showed that while consumers average rating for their current financial situation is midway between “poor” and “excellent,” 87 percent are buying the same amount or more of fresh chicken compared to six months ago.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says a mixed bag of temperatures and precipitation is expected across the country for the period of August 2nd - 8th.
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Forty-five FFA members from around the country are gathering in Iowa to talk about how agriculture will play a pivotal role in their future during the New Century Farmer conference.
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Rising input prices and higher inflation is adding to stress levels on farms across the country. Karen Endres is a farmer wellness program coordinator.
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CGI has acquired the assets and employees in Moore, MT, Fairview, MT, New Rockford, ND, Carrington, ND, Rogers, ND, and Jamestown, ND.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. We visit with Jean Henning, Executive Director of the North Dakota Corn Council, who traveled to California for the U.S. Grains Council Summer meeting
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Members of North Dakota's Corn Council are attending meetings this week in California for the U.S. Grains Council Summer meeting.
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Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley discusses two signed Memorandums of Understanding between U.S. and Phillipine ag and education entities during a recent USDA-led ag trade mission to that nation.
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Todd Geselius, Vice President of Agriculture for the Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative, explains more about the start of the growing season in the southern valley.
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The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is working on developing the American Farm Trail App. Daniel Meloy, executive director of the Foundation, says the mobile app will automatically connect users with agricultural venues that welcome visitors.
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Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux explains some of the roles and duties of local County Committees and their members within local FSA offices.
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For the 14th year, North Dakota State University Extension and the North Dakota Lamb and Wool Producers Association are offering North Dakota youth an opportunity to become involved in the sheep industry and build their own flock.
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A cold, wet spring put planting progress behind this spring and crop development behind this growing season.
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The deadline is fast approaching to submit your entries for the National Wheat Yield Contest. Spring Wheat entries are due August 1. Anne Osborne, Project Manager with the National Wheat Foundation has more details on the contest.
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Pork producers experience other countries and cultures firsthand during international trips focused on the pork industry’s international market development strategy. It’s also an important opportunity for real-world input on U.S. Pork.
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Max Steffes and Rusty Halvorson discuss the recent trends in land, equipment and constructions sales - and what may be on the horizon. Will land sales continue to trend higher? Will the used farm equipment market continue to stay red hot? What may be ahead?
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U.S. sunflower oil exports in the first eight months of the marketing year stand at 31,636 metric tons an increase of 10% from the same time a year ago.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Ag Adventure Day at the Red River Zoo is happening Saturday July 23rd from 10a – 2pm. Heidie Haugo with the North Dakota Corn Council explains more about the fun activities happening this weekend.
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Farm Credit Services of America recently reported an uptick in land values in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming, over the past 12 months. Tim Koch, FCSAmerica’s executive vice president of business development, says the widest gains are in Iowa.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, notes above normal temperatures and near to below normal precipitation for much of the nation for the period of July 26 - August 1.
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The U.S. dairy industry says the “decline of the family farm” and the “rise of the corporate farm” are not accurate descriptions of American agriculture. While the number of dairy farms declined, it has not at all diminished the dominance of family-run dairies. Smaller family farms often grow to accommodate additional family members coming into the operation.
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With all the “black swan” events that have occurred in the ag sector over the past few years, there’s a lot to unravel in the agricultural outlook - especially with the situation in Ukraine. Lynn Paulson with Bell Bank says they’ve got a lot to tackle at the 6th annual AgViews Live conference.
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We visit with Jeff Hamre of Proseed about the growing season and how the crops have been playing "catch-up" so far this season.
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The U.S. International Trade Commission unanimously voted to reject anti-dumping and countervailing duties on imports of urea ammonium nitrate, or UAN, from Russia and Trinidad and Tobago. Dave Salmonsen, senior director of government affairs for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says the case before the ITC started a year ago
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June’s agricultural equipment sales rose from the May numbers. Combine sales are typically a good indicator of the overall health of the ag economy. Curt Blades is the Senior Vice President of Ag Services with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. Farmers have to be optimistic about their future to make a big investment like buying a new combine.
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Americans are facing higher prices across the board and rural families are some of the hardest hit. With fewer choices, stores or suppliers, rural America doesn’t have the same options available to urban communities. AARP Oklahoma State Director Sean Voskuhl says, however, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways rural families can fight inflation.
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If you know a student or have a kid who’s interested in raising cows, a Junior Beef Producers Workshop is being held in Carrington August 9.
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Seth Meyer, USDA Chief Economist, saying a stronger U.S. dollar can make U.S. food products more expensive for foreign buyers. That could worsen the food security problems of some countries.
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A Federal Reserve official told Congress the Ag economy may be headed for a slowdown later this year or early next. Kansas Federal Reserve Bank Vice-President Nathan Kauffman told House Ag lawmakers that farm credit conditions have strengthened during the last two years with rising commodity prices and land values.
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Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux talks about some of the highlights from recent acreage enrollment within the Conservation Reserve Program Grassland component.
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Leadership of the House Agriculture Committee last week announced an online form to gather farmer feedback for consideration in the next farm bill.
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Much of this year’s sugarbeet crop got off to a late start this year, due to wet, cool conditions this spring. Mike Metzger, Vice President of Agriculture and Research for Minn-Dak Farmers Cooperative, talks more about the growing season.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Heidie Haugo with the council talks more about some fun, educational events taking place in July that are teaching youth about agriculture.
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It’s that time of year when ranchers need to be on the lookout for blue-green algae. It’s deadly to livestock. Miranda Meehan is an NDSU Extension livestock environmental stewardship specialist.
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Seth Meyer, USDA Chief Economist, saying farmers' marketing strategies may change as cash commodity prices moderate.
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The South Dakota Grassland Coalition, in partnership with SDSU Extension, the Natural Resources Conservation Service and others, will be hosting the Eastern South Dakota Grazing School for all types of grazing managers. The class, scheduled for July 26 - 28 at the Abbey of the Hills near Marvin, South Dakota, is specifically tailored to address grazing management in plant communities found in eastern South Dakota and the surrounding areas.
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Not all careers start out as a childhood dream. But, a love and passion for agriculture has Monica Fitterer now serving as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent in Kidder County.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting offers for more than 3.1 million acres from agricultural producers and private landowners through this year’s Conservation Reserve Program Grassland Signup, the highest in history.
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The USDA released the May export data late last week, showing a value of $2.9 billion, down 18 percent year-over-year, and volume at 2.3 billion pounds, down 20 percent.
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Summer is flying by as usual. Jeff Gale serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources agent in Foster County and says the corn is coming along nicely and starting to shade the rows in central North Dakota.
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Farmers in Nebraska have dealt with an abundance of weather challenges. Mark Grundmayer, an LG Seeds agronomist in eastern and south-central Nebraska, talks more about some of the challenges this growing season.
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The South Dakota State University Northeast Research Farm will host its annual field day on Thursday, July 14, at 4:30 p.m. CDT.
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The council is hosting a Midseason Market Outlook Online Webinar, July 29 from 8-11:30 am. Dr. Bill Wilson and Dr. Frayne Olson of NDSU will discuss how the season is progressing, world demand, and walk producers through marketing strategies and risk management options for the soybean harvest. Jena Bjertness, Director of Market Development, has the details.
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It’s a dry year in the Midwest along the Missouri River Basin, but many fear the amount of water coming out of the Yellowstone River into the Missouri River system.
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Smithfield Foods will pay $42 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the meatpacker of conspiring to fix pork prices. CBS News says lawyers began notifying companies like restaurants and caterers of the settlement. Smithfield previously settled with a different group of pork buyers for $83 million.
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The ethanol industry is hopeful of a final win soon on a permanent fix for restricted summertime E15 sales. The House has already acted as part of a package of livestock competition bills to permanently allow summertime E15 sales that received a Biden waiver just for this summer.
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U.S. beef exports set new volume and value records in May, according to the latest data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation. May beef exports reached 135,006 metric tons, up 1% from the previous high posted in May 2021. Export value climbed 20% to $1.09 billion, breaking the March 2022 record.
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Agricultural producers in North Dakota who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after planting should make an appointment with their USDA Farm Service Agency service center before the applicable deadline.
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Crop breeding and marketing updates on hard red spring wheat, pulse crops, dry edible beans, barley and woody plants will be among the topics at the LREC annual field day on July 21. NDSU President David Cook will welcome field day participants.
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Halfway through the year, Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Market Economist, Derrell Peel, says, the first half of the year was challenging for our beef cattle producers.
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Another derecho weather event has farmers assessing damage this week. American Farm Bureau Federation Government Affairs Director RJ Layher says the storm impacted northern Plains and Midwest states.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, with the national agricultural forecast for July 12-18.
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The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer continued lower in June, down two points to a reading of 97. The barometer’s Index of Future Expectations also dropped, falling five points to a reading of 95, the lowest level since 2016.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. The North Dakota Corn Council and the North Dakota Wheat Commission are hosting a Virtual Marketing Update, where experts will discuss the corn and wheat markets and the global factors impacting those markets. Jean Henning with the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council has the details.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, takes a look at spring wheat heading progress.
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According to Statistics Canada data, Canadian farmers planted 93,100 acres of sunflowers this spring, which is down 8 percent from 2021. Last year Canadian farmers planted 101,400 acres of sunflower.
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The Iowa Poultry Association and Chicken and Egg Association of Minnesota merged on July 1st into the new North Central Poultry Association.
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The National Corn Growers Association is concerned about a move by the Environmental Protection Agency that could restrict access to a critical crop protection tool. The EPA says it’s revising its registration for atrazine, a well-studied herbicide essential to farming.
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We visit with Jeff Hamre who serves as Sales Manager at Proseed about how crops are coming along across the region after a late start to the planting season.
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A brand-new wheat variety is coming to market, thanks to the University of Minnesota.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during May 2022 in Minnesota was $6.80 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report. This was $1.46 above May 2021. The May average spring wheat price per bushel was $4.70 above May 2021.
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The U.S. hog herd totaled 72.5 million hogs and pigs on farms across the country, down one percent from June 2021. The Quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report shows that number is down slightly from the March 1 report.
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January-April exports of U.S. lamb are up 49% by volume compared to the same period in 2021. Export value during that same period climbed 76% to nearly $10 million.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has a look at the upcoming forecast.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Tysen Rosenau farms in central North Dakota east of Carrington. He currently serves as Chairman of the ND Corn Council. Rosenau says some of the corn will make knee high by the fourth of July.
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Farmers need to be sure to get to their Farm Service Agency office before the July 15 reporting deadline. Crop acreage reports filed with USDA document the crops grown on a farm or ranch and their intended uses. Farmers must file timely acreage reports to be eligible for many USDA programs. Marcy Svenningsen serves as the North Dakota State Executive Director for the USDA Farm Service Agency.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the national weather outlook for July 5th through July 11th.
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The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company recently announced that two lines of its commercial tires are now made with a renewable soybean oil compound.
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The National Chicken Council this week announced findings from a recent national survey of Americans regarding consumer attitudes about chicken and plant-based ‘chicken’ alternatives.
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Thursday’s June 30th Acreage Report from USDA is typically the first good look at the year’s planted crops, which makes it an important report. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics says moves by the Federal Reserve may limit the report’s impact.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation announced Joby Young as the organization's next Executive Vice President late last week. Young will take the role in mid-July following the retirement of Dale Moore. Joby will serve in a chief of staff role at AFBF.
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U.S. consumers will pay $69.68 for their favorite Independence Day cookout foods, based on a new American Farm Bureau Federation marketbasket survey. The average cost of a summer cookout for ten people breaks down to less than $7 per person.
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The national average gas price declined for the second straight week, down 8.8 cents to $4.48 a gallon Monday. The national average is up 28.3 cents from a month ago and $1.79 per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average diesel price declined 2.7 cents in the last week, to $5.79 per gallon.
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Farmers have a chance to share the story of how conservation is part of their farm operations and get recognized with a Conservation Legacy Award. All U.S. soybean farmers are eligible to win the award.
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The U.S. Department of Commerce made a final determination last week on imported fertilizers and unfair subsidies. The department found that urea ammonium nitrate fertilizer exported to America was subsidized and sold at less than normal value in the U.S. market during its period of investigation.
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The latest report from Canada’s Consumer Price Index shows that Canadian consumers paid almost 10 percent more for groceries in April, as compared to one year ago. This is the highest rate of food inflation experienced in Canada in 41 years.
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A small-town North Dakota girl brings home national honors. Maci Wehri of Mott, in southwestern North Dakota, has been crowned the 2022 Miss Agriculture USA.
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The USDA will issue its Acreage Report on June 30. Ben Kasch is an account executive with Bower Trading, and he says the markets will be watching the report closely.
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Maci Wehri of Mott, in southwestern North Dakota, has been crowed the 2022 National Miss Agriculture USA. We visit with her about the experience and her upcoming year.
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The deadline is coming soon for reporting of crop acreage for this season Farm Service Agency Deputy Administrator Scott Marlow explains type of information needed by producers when they file their annual crop acreage report.
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U.S. sunflower oil exports in the first seven months of the marketing year stand at 27,413 metric tons an increase of 9% from the same time a year ago. Increased demand in Canada is the leading factor to the growth in exports.
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Minnesota livestock farmers and specialty crop producers can now apply for up to $7,500 per farm in reimbursement for expenses incurred due to last year’s drought, through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s 2021 Agricultural Drought Relief Program.
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The complex nature of bovine respiratory disease, or BRD, makes establishing a universal gold standard for diagnosis and treatment challenging. Dr. Curt Vlietstra, a senior professional services veterinarian at Boehringer Ingelheim, explains why diagnostics may be the missing piece to your BRD management puzzle.
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Rural bankers say they anticipate a U.S. recession, according to the latest Creighton University Rural Mainstreet Index. The region's overall reading for June slumped to 49.8, its lowest level since September 2020, and down from May's 57.7.
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New data released this week from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows the number of U.S. farms continues to decline slowly. After peaking at 6.8 million farms in 1935, the number of U.S. farms and ranches fell sharply through the early 1970s.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. From blizzards to summer storms, Mother Nature has been challenging so far this year. Amber Boeshans, Executive Director of the ND Livestock Alliance, talks more about farmers helping farmers during recent, major storm events
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says near-to-above normal temperatures and near-to-below normal precipitation is in the forecast from June 28th leading up to Independence Day July Fourth.
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North Dakota State University will host a Junior Beef Producers Workshop in Carrington on Aug. 9.
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Record-level red meat exports of $18.7 billion in 2021 had a major impact on the corn and soybean industries, according to an independent study by the Juday Group.
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The North Dakota Farmers Union is hosting Farm Bill Listening sessions across the state, hearing from members about their concerns and priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill. Mark Watne serves as President of the North Dakota Farmers Union.
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Last week the House passed the Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act. The National Farmers Union expressed support and urged members to support the bill. We visited with Mark Watne, President of the North Dakota Farmers Union.
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President Joe Biden signed into law the Ocean Shipping Reform Act last week, applauded by the American Farm Bureau Federation.
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Agricultural producers who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after planting should make an appointment with their local Farm Service Agency service center before the applicable deadline.
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Jean Henning with the council talks more about a Virtual Marketing Update that will take place on July 12th from 9am-10:30am.
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Miranda Meehan, NDSU Extension livestock stewardship specialist, explains something called a Grazing Monitoring Stick that is used to help livestock producers properly manage their forage utilization.
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Rusty Halvorson talks with Max Steffes, a third generation auctioneer with Steffes Group, and founder Grandpa Bob Steffes, in a continuing conversation about "Then versus Now." Max and Bob share their perspectives on how agriculture and auctioneering has evolved since 1960 - and how some things are the same, and some things have changed.
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It appears Argentina won’t be able to capitalize on the interruption of wheat supplies from the Black Sea, according to AgriCensus, a London-based Price Reporting Agency. The agency says weather, inflation and political uncertainty all combine to be detrimental to wheat exports for the nation.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Jean Henning with the council talks more about a Virtual Marketing Update that will take place on July 12th from 9am-10:30am. This event will be held in partnership with the ND Wheat Commission.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, highlights the more notable state pasture and rangeland conditions for the week ending June 12th.
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The Northern Crops Institute hosted a webinar Market Update on Wednesday with - Paula Sonnabend - a Senior Manager of CLUTCH - a company that offers insights and analysis to agricultural producers and companies.
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The Prohibition of Agricultural Land for the People’s Republic of China Act would stop China’s government from buying up any more American farmland.
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The Department of Agriculture this week extended the comment deadline regarding its “Access to Fertilizer: Competition and Supply Chain Concerns” Federal Register notice. Published in the Federal Register in March, the previous deadlines for comments were May 16, and June 15, 2022. USDA extended the comment deadline another month to July 15, 2022.
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The House of Representatives passed legislation to update federal regulations for the global shipping industry and help American producers export their products internationally.
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A proposed $1.1 billion beef packing plant in Rapid City, South Dakota, got some backing this past week from Farmers Union Industries - for research and development of the project - and the potential to render byproducts at a nearby plant.
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Bismarck, ND area producer Clark Coleman says he is done planting this year’s sunflower crop. He was about 5-6 days behind schedule. Due to the cooler temperatures and intermittent rain, he feels his crops are currently in a good position.
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The nation's average gas price climbed for the eighth straight week, jumping 15.7 cents from a week ago to $5.01 per gallon.
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Donald Buysse of the National Agricultural Statistics Service explains both the value of the Census of Agriculture and its importance in telling the story of agriculture to the public.
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The National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council are praising the recent launch of a USDA partnership with the Northwest Seaport Alliance aimed at easing congestion and restoring reliable shipping access to ag exporters in the United States.
A primary piece of the new initiative is the implementation of a 49-acre “pop up” site in Seattle that provides access to both dry and refrigerated containers for ag exports heading to overseas destinations on shipping vessels.
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Pest resistance management is an ongoing production problem spreading across more regions each growing season. Dr. Bill Johnson, Professor of Weed Science at Purdue University, says farmers can join a live event on Thursday, June 16, hosted by the soy checkoff, that’s focused on ways to help manage pest resistance and mitigate yield decline and crop loss.
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The war in Ukraine is having a major impact on their agriculture industry, which is pushing U.S. commodity prices higher. We visit with John Sanndbakken with the National Sunflower Association.
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U.S. beef exports maintained a remarkable pace in April, topping $1 billion for the third time this year, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation. April pork exports were well below the large totals posted a year ago, while lamb exports continued to trend higher.
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The U.S. Census Bureau last week released first quarter 2022 trade data. Veronica Nigh, American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Economist, says U.S. ag exports are up nearly 13 percent compared to a year ago.
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Kurt Kotenberg is a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Green Bay, Wisconsin. He says after a cool and wet planting season in the Upper Midwest, things look drier in the future in many places.
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The National Corn Growers Association’s “Fields-of-Corn” photo contest is now open and accepting entries for the 2022 event. The contest began in 2014 and has seen almost 3,000 pictures submitted across various categories.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Jean Henning serves as Executive Director of the council. Henning discusses the planting progress North Dakota farmers have made as well as the increased interest in Canada as an export market.
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The cool, late start to the planting season caused many producers to make some changes to their planting plans. John Sandbakken with the National Sunflower Association talks more about insurance deadlines for the crop and how sunflowers perform when planted late.
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Fuel prices have jumped considerably during the past couple of weeks, with gasoline prices and diesel prices moving anywhere from 15-25 cents higher and even more than that in other parts of the country. That due in part to oil prices, where are near three-month highs, hovering around $120 per barrel.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says hotter and drier weather for much of the nation is in the forecast for period of June 14 - 20.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation has revamped its iFarmiVote election toolkit for the 2022 election cycle. Tom Donnelly, AFBF director of grassroots program development, says the toolkit gives you all the information you need before voting.
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Like many in the Southern Plains, Katelyn McCullock is closely watching pasture and range conditions and what that may do to the cattle markets. McCullock is the Director and Senior Agricultural Economist at the Livestock Information Center.
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Last year, nearly all of South Dakota experienced drought conditions at one point. Current conditions vary throughout the state.
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To celebrate June as dairy month, the Northern Lights Dairy, located 13 miles south of Mandan, ND on Highway 6, is hosting Breakfast on the Farm. A free breakfast, guided tours of the dairy farm, hayrides, face painting, bouncy houses, petting zoo, educational booths, Pride of Dakota Vendors and Farmers Markets are all happening at the farm.
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The nation's average gas price increased for the seventh straight week, surging 26.0 cents from a week ago to $4.85 per gallon.
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The USDA’s Risk Management Agency reminds agricultural producers that for the 2022 crop year there are options for insuring double crop soybeans and other crops in counties where the Following Another Crop practice is not available. Producers intending to plant soybeans or other crops after wheat in counties where double crop insurance coverage is not available, have the option to request coverage through their crop insurance agent if there is evidence of adaptability for the practice in the area.
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Farm real estate debt at commercial banks grew modestly in the first quarter, while production loans remained steady.
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Dr. Ashok Chanda, Extension Sugarbeet Pathologist with the University of Minnesota and Northwest Research and Outreach Center in Crookston, MN has more details on managing disease in the field.
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Planting season in Ukraine is largely progressing, despite the conflict. According to industry observers, fuel and fertilizers are hard to access for many Ukrainian farmers, and most have had to change their cropping plans.
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Lawmakers have started the process of creating the 2023 Farm Bill and the American Farm Bureau Federation is working on gathering farmers’ priorities. Sam Kieffer, AFBF Vice President of Public Policy, says many lawmakers will be gathering information from farmers this summer.
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This summer, Minnesota soybean farmers, with the help of the soybean checkoff, are Stepping Up and saluting these frontline workers throughout the state by donating sets of soy-based Sketchers shoes to local health care personnel.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, looks at year-over-year drought coverage improvements for areas of ag commodities in the nation's Northern and Western tiers.
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USDA meteorologist,Brad Rippey, says not much change in temperatures, but an increase in precipitation for most of the nation, is expected during the period of June 8th - 14th.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. The Exploring Biotech and Biofuels workshop introduces teachers to the ways biotech skills are incorporated into agriculture through bioscience and biofuels labs. The workshop is for teachers of Biology, Chemistry, and Environmental Science.
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Growth Energy this week announced drivers across the United States have logged 30 billion miles on the road using E15. In just the last few months, E15 has been a shield against skyrocketing fuel prices, saving drivers almost $0.60 per gallon in some areas.
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Commodity prices have been on the rise the past year. The average price for corn during April 2022 in Minnesota was $6.81 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service - Agricultural Prices report. This was 48 cents above the March price and $1.91 above April 2021.
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The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association is hosting it’s annual spring roundups at various locations across the state. Jeff Schafer serves as President of the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association and talks more about the work of the organization.
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A cattle organization is extending its support for family ranchers and their mental health. Earlier this month, R-CALF USA (the Ranchers-Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America) launched a virtual support group called "No Rancher Left Behind". It's the brainchild of Northwest Missouri cattle producer Coy Young
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New data confirms the serious shortage of adequate labor across most sectors of U.S. agriculture. Veronica Nigh, a senior economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says farmers have talked for at least a decade about a tight farm labor market.
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Minnesota livestock farmers and specialty crop producers who incurred expenses due to last year’s drought can apply for up to $7,500 per farm in reimbursement through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s 2021 Agricultural Drought Relief Program when it opens in mid-June.
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While much of the western U.S. endures widespread drought, people may think mosquito season won’t be as intense. However, just because there’s no rain doesn’t mean there are no mosquitoes.
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The numbers of Canadian poultry farms impacted by the avian influenza outbreak appear to be slowing. The highly pathogenic H5N1 strain has been reported in all Canadian provinces except Prince Edward Island since it first appeared in Newfoundland back in December.
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Meredith Carothers, food safety expert with the USDA's Meat and Poultry Hotline, outlining several ways you can get food safety questions answered live by real experts.
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The National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council welcome the USDA plan to offer additional support to agricultural exporters through the Commodity Container Assistance Program. The initiative will provide funding from the Farm Service Agency to exporters to reduce the costs of sourcing containers at the Oakland and Seattle-Tacoma “pop-up” port locations.
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The war in Ukraine pushed sunflower prices to record highs this spring. John Sandbakken is the executive director of the National Sunflower Association.
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SDSU Extension and South Dakota Animal Industry Board veterinarians are encouraging South Dakota cattle producers to include the anthrax vaccine in their vaccination program when they turn out cattle to summer pastures this spring.
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Mark Jirik is the Director of the Northern Crops Institute. Jirik talks more about the corn from 4 locations project, as the project looks at the quality of U.S. corn against Argentina, Brazil and Ukraine in feed milling, pelletizing, and rate of gain studies in swine and poultry.
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Snow storms, rain and cool soil conditions have made planting conditions less than ideal for many across the region this spring. And all those days out of the field are creating a lot of stress in farm country as producers know they’ll be putting in overtime to get this year’s crop in the ground. Angie Johnson NDSU Extension Coordinator, Farm & Ranch Safety, talks more about “navigating” this planting season and sharing the road.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, looks at both very short to short and surplus topsoil moisture condition ratings by state and region for the period ending May 22.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Mark Jirik, is the Director of the Northern Crops Institute. Jirik talks more about the corn from 4 locations project, as the project looks at the quality of U.S. corn against Argentina, Brazil and Ukraine in feed milling, pelletizing, and rate of gain studies in swine and poultry.
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Senators John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) this week led a bipartisan, bicameral effort urging U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to provide support and certainty to producers facing disruptions in spring planting due to excess moisture.
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There are several issues changing the landscape in the 2022 cattle market. Bernt Nelson, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist, says the biggest factors in the cattle market are inventory, drought and input costs.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says warmer and wetter weather is forecasted for much of the nation for the period of May 31 - June 6.
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Cool, wet weather kept farmers out of the field this spring. Now the rush is on to get this year's crop planted. Dodging water is a common theme this year for farmers across the state working to get this year's crop in the ground. We visit with Tysen Rosenau who farms in central North Dakota east of Carrington.
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NDSU microbiologist Barney Geddes was 1 of 9 recipients in the country to receive a $450k New Innovator in Food & Agriculture Research award from the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research.
He’s studying the relationship between legumes and rhizobia in hopes of helping to move the ability to create nitrogen into cereal crops.
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The national gas price increased for the fifth straight week, while diesel declined slightly. GasBuddy reports the average national gas price increased 11 cents last week to $4.57 per gallon, while diesel fell 1.7 cents to an average of $5.53 per gallon.
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South Dakota Farmers Union is making leadership a hands-on part of their 2022 slate of educational youth camps. To register and for a full list of South Dakota Farmers Union upcoming camps, visit sdfu.org and click on the Youth Programs link under the Education Tab.
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Corn growers have been playing a good game of catch-up. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, takes a look at corn emergence.
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Experts say it’s important to realize that modern farm technology is vulnerable to attacks by hackers, which could leave the supply chain exposed to further risk. The University of Cambridge issued a report noting that automatic crop sprayers, drones, and robotic harvesters are susceptible to an attack.
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USDA research engineers, Mark Williams, discusses some of the study he is conducting on reducing nutrient runoff - work that led to his nomination for a Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal (SAMMIE).
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India has a great deal of wheat sitting at ports because of a sudden ban on exports that prevented dealers from loading cargoes. Reuters says trade and government sources say that the Indian government is considering allowing traders to ship out some of that wheat.
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The New Emergency Relief Program announced last week by the Department of Agriculture will help cover the billions of dollars in losses from natural disasters in recent years. American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Danny Munch explains the program.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains how rail issues in Ukraine are part of the larger issue of grain exports unable to move out of that nation.
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Recent incidents with elevators being hacked and companies having data held hostage calls for heightened cybersecurity as meticulous hackers request ransoms against agricultural companies. Dan Hanson with SVP Management Liability explains how cyber-attacks are a targeted avenue of opportunity.
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Rusty Halvorson talks with Max Steffes, a 3rd generation auctioneer with Steffes Group, Site Leader for the West Fargo Steffes Group location.
We also have a special guest for the Show - Bob Steffes, Max’s Grandpa, who founded Steffes Auctioneers (now Steffes Group) in 1960.
The topic of the discussion - Auctions: Then versus Now.
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American beef producers located in the central U.S. have a lot of challenges to deal with, but Anthrax might not be the first challenge that comes to mind. Dr. Russ Dailey is an extension veterinarian with South Dakota State University. While bio-terrorism is the first thing some may think of when it comes to Anthrax, Dailey says it’s something beef producers deal with regularly.
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The agriculture sector has more time to comment on the impacts of concentration and competition challenges in seed, fertilizer, other agricultural inputs, and retail markets. The Department of Agriculture this week announced a 30-day extension to the public comment period. The new deadline is June 15, 2022.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, reports sharp contrast in temperatures across the country and near-to-above normal precipitation nationwide for the period of May 24 - 30.
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Farmers had many questions regarding fertilizer this spring, according to Cory Rosenbush of the Federalizer Institute.
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The Cattlemen’s Beef Board is inviting all eligible organizations to submit funding requests for Beef Checkoff programs and projects for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins October 1, 2022. By law, the Beef Checkoff contracts with national, non-profit, beef industry-governed organizations to carry out promotion, research, and education work directed in the Beef Promotion & Research Act and Order.
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SDSU Extension and McCrory Gardens will be hosting the 2022 Garden Discovery Festival on Sunday, May 22 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. CDT at the McCrory Gardens Education and Visitor Center in Brookings.
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Agricultural producers and handlers who are certified organic, along with producers and handlers who are transitioning to organic production, can now apply for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Organic and Transitional Education and Certification Program and Organic Certification Cost Share Program, which help producers and handlers cover the cost of organic certification, along with other related expenses.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Some producers from North Dakota are lending a helping hand after livestock facilities were destroyed and damaged during last week's storm events in South Dakota. We visit with Amber Boeshans, Executive Director of the ND Livestock Alliance.
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The nation's average gas price increased for the fourth straight week, rising 15.3 cents from a week ago to $4.46 per gallon. The national average is up 39.1 cents from a month ago and $1.43 per gallon higher than a year ago.
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Wet soil conditions have kept many producers out of the field. Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, takes a look at spring wheat planting progress over this past week.
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Kelly Leo serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Williams County. Leo talks about how improvements in varieties have lead to more soybean acres in the northwestern corner of the state.
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Farming can take a toll on mental health, which is often a tough subject to discuss in rural America. May is Mental Health Month, and to help farmers struggling with day-to-day mental challenges, soybean organizations are offering the #SoyHelp program. Bob Worth is a soybean farmer from Minnesota, who talks about this important outreach campaign.
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Cooking oil, which includes several vegetable oils, are all expected to be in shorter supply over the next few months. The most utilized vegetable oil, palm oil, has gone up 50 percent, and canola oil is up by about 55 percent.
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The Energy Information Administration says ethanol output rose to the highest level in a month during the week ending on May 6. Ethanol inventories increased for the first time in six weeks.
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U.S. agriculture depends on trade and is always looking to expand opportunities for overseas business. Trade was a big topic during a presentation at NAFB’s Washington Watch. Gregg Doud is vice president of global situational awareness and chief economist for Aimpoint Research. He talked about what lies ahead for U.S. trade.
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Kelly Leo serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Williams County. Leo talks more about the recent moisture and the impact the recent storms have had on ranchers and their livestock.
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Tom Peters, NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension sugar beet agronomist, talks about the recent wet weather and what all the moisture means means for weed control.
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Rusty Halvorson has a look at some of this week's top headlines in agriculture, including late planting, agronomic considerations, and how the planting season is progressing - or rather - the lack of planting progress.
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The U.S. Meat Export Federation says the war in Ukraine has already had an impact on the red meat sector, and that impact will continue for the foreseeable future. USMEF Vice President of Economic Analysis Erin Borror says Russia, Ukraine and Belarus export red meat, but the impact is somewhat muted at 60,000 tons to China. But where the war will have the greatest impact on the red meat sector, and producers across the globe, is on the feed side.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. The council is sponsoring an “Exploring Biotech and Biofuels” workshop with EducationProjects.org that will be taking place in person in Fargo and virtually on June 16th, 2020.
In this 2-day workshop, participants will create and test biofuels, learn about plant science and pollination, examine GMO facts, myths, and modern methods of plant breeding.
The workshop is free to participants, science teachers in North Dakota and Minnesota can sign up for one of the seven spots remaining.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, looks at notable state pasture and rangeland condition ratings for the week ending May 8th.
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Tractor and combine sales declined in April for the second month in a row, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
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The latest jobs report out of Washington shows total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 428,000 in April, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 3.6 percent.
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As many producers continue to wait to get to field, some might be considering changing a few of their planting intentions. Jeff Gale serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Foster County in central North Dakota.
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Farm Credit Associations recently announced a significant expansion of FarmLend.com. Krista McDonald, Executive Vice President – Chief Strategy Office with Farm Credit Services of America, explains what the online lending platform offers.
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Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, with the latest on corn planting progress, or lack of it.
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Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, takes a look at soybean emergence nationwide.
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Devin Wirth, a technical representative for CHS Agronomy, says a little goes a long way when applying a starter fertilizer.
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World food prices took a small step down in April after reaching a record high in March. Reuters says global food security is still a big concern because of challenging conditions in world markets.
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Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Moffitt discusses the importance of Farmers Markets nationwide.
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One of South Dakota’s agriculture commodity organizations has given itself a new name, but it’ll sound familiar to many people. Caren Assman is the Executive Director of the former S.D. Wheat Incorporated group, which is now going by South Dakota Wheat Growers Association.
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April’s dry conditions resulted in well-below average runoff in the upper Missouri River Basin. Monthly runoff in April totaled 1.5 million acre-feet which is 51 percent of the average.
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The USDA has updated three key crop insurance options for livestock producers to offer better protection and flexibility. The options are Dairy Revenue Protection, Livestock Gross Margin, and Livestock Risk Protection. The Risk Management Agency revised the insurance options to reach more producers and better meet the needs of America’s swine, dairy, and cattle operations.
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Farming is one of the most challenging ways to make a living and can take a toll on farmers and everyone close to them. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Jessica Cabrera, American Farm Bureau managing director of member engagement, says mental health can be a difficult topic to discuss in farm country.
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Rusty Halvorson has a look back at some of this week's top headlines including: slow planting progress for many in the Red River Valley and Devils Lake Basin, good winter wheat conditions in South Dakota, the Russian invasion of Ukraine continuing to cause world food crisis concerns, and May being Mental Health Awareness Month.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, notes a mixture of conditions in temperature and precipitation across the country for the period of May 10 - 16.
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A sharp fall in exports resulting from the Russian invasion is causing a significant shortage of storage facilities in Ukraine for the 2022-2023 season.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Tysen Rosenau, Chairman of the ND Corn Utilization Council, talks about field conditions in the Carrington area and when he thinks farmers will be getting in the field.
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Wet field conditions have kept many producers out of the field. Jeff Gale serves as the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Foster County in central North Dakota and talks more about the wet field conditions in his area.
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Conditions have been cool and wet across much of North Dakota. Paul Coppin with Valley United Co-op in the northern Red River Valley talks more about the lack of planting progress in his area near Reynolds.
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According to Statistics Canada data, Canadian farmers intend to plant 112,100 acres of sunflowers this spring, which would be up 10 per cent from 2021. Area seeded is anticipated to be higher than 2021 due to profitable sunflower prices versus other crops. The majority of Canada’s sunflower crop is grown in Manitoba.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during March 2022 in Minnesota was $6.33 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service - Agricultural Prices report. This was 47 cents above the February price and $1.60 above March 2021. The March 2022 average price received by farmers for soybeans, at $15.60 per bushel, was 80 cents above the February price and $2.00 above the March 2021 price.
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Chief USDA Veterinarian Rosemary Sifford provides an update on the outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, and its impacts to date on commercial and backyard poultry flocks.
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Conditions have been cool and wet across much of North Dakota. Paul Coppin with Valley United Co-op in the northern Red River Valley talks more about the lack of planting progress in his area near Reynolds.
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Cold, wet weather has delayed planting across much of the region. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, takes a look at the slow planting progress for spring wheat.
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Russia stands accused of stealing several hundred thousand tons of grain from the parts of Ukraine it currently controls. Business Insider says Ukraine’s deputy agriculture minister made the accusation over the weekend.
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The North Dakota Farmers Union is gearing up for another camping season. Miranda Letherman with NDFU says they are currently preparing for roughly 1,200 campers at their two locations.
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The CHS Foundation, funded by charitable gifts from CHS Inc., has announced six grants totaling $829,000 to support development, education and sustainable benefits of precision agriculture.
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Ranchers will have an opportunity to learn more about mineral nutrition for beef cattle through an educational program hosted by North Dakota State University, South Dakota State University, Montana State University and the University of Wyoming.
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The April edition of the Rural Mainstreet Index dropped somewhat from a healthy reading in March but remained above growth neutral.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at a House Ag. Appropriations hearing last week gave lawmakers an update on the avian influenza situation.
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A Purdue University study found that the Renewable Fuel Standard played a critical role in the economic health of rural America.
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U.S. consumer demand for meat at the retail level remains exceptionally strong despite rising prices caused by increased production costs and supply chain challenges. A new CoBank report says that may change soon. Once the full effect of increased costs of producer price inflation shows up in the retail meat case, demand will get tested.
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The first four months of 2022 have seen a lot of upward pressure in some commodity markets, especially corn. Mike Zuzolo, president of Global Commodity Analytics, says supply chain issues likely aren’t one of the reasons behind the sharp rise in the corn market.
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U.S. sunflower oil exports in the first five months of the marketing year stand at 19,721 metric tons (MT) an increase of 3,300 MT from the same time a year ago. Increased demand in Canada is the leading factor to the growth in exports. Canada is the top importer of U.S. sunflower oil.
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This View From the Cab Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Soybean Council. North Dakota State University Extension has released updates to a publication for farmers and crop advisers that produce or manage soybean. The “Soybean Growth and Management Quick Guide” provides a narrative description and pictures of the various soybean plant vegetative and reproductive growth stages.
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One group urged the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice to investigate vertical integration in feedlots. R-CALF this week announced formal comments submitted to the federal government on the issue.
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Trade is always a hot topic in agriculture and the American Farm Bureau Federation says there are three issues to watch right now. Dave Salmonsen, AFBF Senior Director of Government Affairs, says President Biden recently signed legislation changing the trade relationship between the U.S. and Russia.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. The recent April snowstorms have made ranching more than challenging the past few weeks. Many producers are feeling extra stress because of the recent weather challenges. Sean Brotherson, NDSU Professor and Extension Family Science Specialist, offers some resources and advice to listeners.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about a storm system that could contribute to continued flooding in parts of the Red River Valley in the Northern Plains.
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Scientists with USDA’s Agriculture Research Service Monday announced that a vaccine candidate for African swine fever passed an important safety test required for regulatory approval. The successful safety test moves the vaccine one step closer to commercial availability.
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Fuel prices increased last week for the first time in more than a month. The price of gas climbed 4.4 cents from a week ago to a national average of $4.11 per gallon. The national average is down 13.3 cents from a month ago and $1.24 per gallon higher than a year ago.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, looking at corn planting progress, or lack of it, in several states.
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Texas A&M’s Dr. Bart Fischer offers his thoughts on the next farm bill. Speaking during a National Association of Wheat Growers Leadership Training event, the Oklahoma Native and former Chief Economist of the House Agriculture Committee says the next farm bill will be extremely important for farmers.
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Wet, cold, snowy conditions have led to power outages in Northwestern North Dakota. Jordan Jensen ranches near Powers Lake, North Dakota. He says they lost power on Saturday and as of Tuesday morning, the lights were still out.
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The commodity markets have seen a lot of upward pressure during the first four months of 2022. Mike Zuzolo, president of Global Commodity Analytics in Kansas, says support is coming from several factors.
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Mohamed Khan, NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension sugar beet specialist explains the best practices for obtaining the highest profits in a sugarbeet crop.
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The International Grains Council is forecasting global corn production will drop by 13 million tons in the 2022-2023 season. Reuters says the council’s prediction is 1.197 billion tons because of smaller crops in Ukraine and the United States.
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A global pandemic, a slowing global supply chain, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are all factors impacting commodity markets. President & CEO of Columbia Grain, Jeff Van Pevenage talks more about the current marketplace.
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Commodity export trade manager Walter Lanza explains some of the challenges facing the ocean cargo shipping industry in its efforts to help alleviate supply chain disruptions.
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Jean Henning, Executive Director of the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council, discusses the council's recent officer election, as well as some research projects the council is helping to fund.
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The U.S. Grains Council Wednesday released its 2021/2022 Corn Export Cargo Quality Report. The report shows the average aggregate quality of U.S. corn samples tested was better than or equal to U.S. No. 2 on all grade factors.
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is continuing its investigations into the alleged misuse of dicamba herbicide products intended for dicamba-tolerant soybeans, though on-going work reveals a pattern of issues with label violations.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's Outlook through the beginning of May.
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The stronger land prices of late 2021 continued in the first months of 2022. Farmers National Company reports sale prices took another jump higher because of the war in Ukraine and ongoing inflation fears.
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Cold soil temperatures have put spring planting on hold for many producers in Minnesota.
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Barry McRea, owner of Valley Video Hay Markets in Scottsbluff, says they are down almost 95 percent, so there's not much hay out there and buyers will be competing for it.
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The North Dakota State University Extension small farms team is hosting a comprehensive and interactive Local Meat Production webinar series scheduled for Tuesday evenings in May. The five-part series will cover topics from production management to customer relations and will help prepare meat and poultry producers to effectively market their products in innovative ways.
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The nation's average gas price declined for the fourth straight week, falling 3.8 cents from a week ago to $4.06 per gallon. The national average is down 21.1 cents from a month ago and $1.21 per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel fell 1.2 cents in the last week and stands at $5.02 per gallon.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says there has been very little corn planting progress for the week ending April 17th.
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North Dakota Farmers Union announced that it is offering discounts to any youth who registers early for Farmers Union Camp between now and May 15. The organization’s summer camping program gets underway June 13, marking its 88th season.
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The four CEOs of Cargill, Tyson Foods, JBS, and National Beef Packing have agreed to testify before Congress. Reuters says the meatpacker bosses will discuss cattle markets and price increases for consumers.
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Those wanting to grow and process hemp in Minnesota in 2022 must apply for a license with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) by April 30. To date, over 200 people have applied for an MDA license.
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Farm Journal Foundation is partnering with the Zoetis Foundation to launch a new program to find solutions for relieving student debt in the veterinary industry.
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President Biden’s decision to allow summertime E15 sales on an emergency basis does more than increase sales of the higher blended fuel, according to the ethanol industry. Renewable Fuels Association head Geoff Cooper says there’s not a “megaphone much bigger than the Oval Office”.
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Early season weed control is the best bet to get a handle on hard to control weeds in your fields. Dr. Jim Smart, Ag Spectrum Research and Teaching Agronomist, says waiting to control weeds later in the season means the weeds are tougher to control.
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Three students at LaMoure Public School are third prize winners in C-SPAN’s national 2022 StudentCam competition for their documentary, “Vertically Challenged: Our Beef Industry and Their Struggle”
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The war in Ukraine is expected to expand wheat production in Argentina and Brazil, the primary wheat-producing nations in South America. Agriculture and consumer economics experts from the University of Illinois say both nations will likely already increase wheat planting this season, which begins in May 2022.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says below normal temperatures and near to above precipitation will apply to several parts of the country during the period of April 19 - 25.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Tysen Rosenau farms in the Carrington area. He was recently elected Chairman of the ND Corn Council. Rosenau explains the benefits of the President’s waiver to allow E-15 sales this summer.
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A large snow system that is moving through the Northern Plains is making working conditions difficult for ranchers. Joel Opp ranches in the Hebron area.
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Tom Scherer, NDSU Extension agricultural engineer, discusses ways to keep your sump pump working properly.
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A Tuesday announcement from the White House allows for summer sales of E15.
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A large snow system that is moving through the Northern Plains is making calving and caring for livestock difficult for ranchers. Joel Opp ranches in the Hebron area in western North Dakota. Opp talks more about the amount of snow that had fallen in his area as of Wednesday morning. He says calf health is top concern in the coming days.
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The total number of global crop acres rose by 73 million during the last two years. Agricultural Economic Insights first observed an uptick in global acreage in 2020.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, looks at drought coverage for commodities across the continental U.S. for the period ending April 5th.
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The United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization says its Food Price Index set a record in March. The index averaged 159.3 points, up almost 18 points from February.
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It’s calving season for many and blizzard warnings have ranchers preparing and moving livestock closer to home and well protected areas. Alicia Harstad, NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Stutsman County, talks more about the work being done to ensure cattle and newborn calves are able to weather the storm.
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Many farmers and applicators will soon apply anhydrous ammonia (NH3) prior to planting or sidedress after planting. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is providing tips to farmers and applicators so they can safely apply anhydrous ammonia.
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National Pork Board, with Checkoff funding, is partnering with the National Corn Growers Association and the United Soybean Board on the Farmers for Soil Health initiative. The FSH initiative is a farmer-led, farmer-funded effort to advance the use of soil health practices — especially cover crops. FSH will work to provide farmers the tools and resources they need to implement cover crops on 30 million acres of soybeans and corn by 2030.
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U.S. beef exports posted another strong performance in February, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation, led by excellent value growth in key Asian and Latin American markets. Pork exports trended lower year-over-year, as larger shipments to Mexico and Japan did not offset the continued decline in demand from China/Hong Kong.
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Rusty Halvorson has a recap of this week's past news headlines.
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“I LOVE Strawberries,” is the newest title from Feeding Minds Press, the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture’s publishing venture. Author Shannon Anderson says the book offers a child’s perspective on growing strawberries.
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It’s been a windy winter. Dr. Abbey Wick, NDSU Extension Soil Health Specialist, talks more about her concerns with soil erosion.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's outlook through the middle of April.
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Both Russia and Ukraine are massive producers and exporters of oilseeds and grain, specifically wheat. Prices were already increasing prior to the invasion due to weather events, supply chain disruptions and input costs, but the trade limitations and tapering production add additional challenges.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. One virtual event is focusing on the “State of the Soil” Dr. Abbey Wick, NDSU Extension Soil Health Specialist, discusses the “State of the Soil” Perspectives in Soil Health Across the United States virtual event that is taking April 22.
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The Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dipped to a reading of 113 in March, the weakest farmer sentiment reading since May 2020, which was in the early days of the pandemic. The March reading was 12 points lower than a month earlier and 36 percent lower than in March 2021.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey takes a first look at sugarbeet planting for the 2022 season.
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Talks are already in the works for the next farm bill. Mark Watne with the North Dakota Farmers Union talks more about the priorities for the organization in the next farm bill.
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The U.S. Quarterly Lamb Retail Sales Report for the fourth quarter of 2021 shows lamb performed better last year than it did in 2020. Lamb has seen tremendous retail sales growth during the past two years. Lamb and exotics were the only meat categories to grow volume last year compared to 2020.
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Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza have now been confirmed in North Dakota. Mary Keena, NDSU Extension livestock environmental management specialist, discusses what poultry owners and the public should know about the virus.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during February 2022 in Minnesota was $5.86 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Agricultural Prices report. This was 63 cents above the January price and $1.29 above February 2021.
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Producers and landowners can now enroll in the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program through May 13, 2022. The program had its highest enrollment in history in 2021.
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The Brazil soybean harvest is close to ending, while the second-corn crop is all but in the ground. Dr. Michael Cordonnier is an agronomist with Corn and Soybean Advisor, Incorporated. He says Brazil’s second-crop corn prospects look good so far.
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New data from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows the U.S. dairy sector has experienced a gradual shift in milk production toward larger dairy operations. The research indicates that the shift in production from small dairy herd-size farms to large dairy herd-size farms mirrors total factor productivity growth across the dairy sector.
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Farm Service Agency Deputy Administrator Scott Marlow discusses the Conservation Reserve Program-Grasslands component, and improvements in the program for its latest acreage enrollment period going on from April 4th to May 13th.
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Poultry producers are on high alert as more cases of the highly pathogenic avian influenza pop up across the country. Erica Sawatzke is a 6th generation turkey farmer from Kensington, Minnesota. Sawatzke describes the protocols they use, including limiting the amount of traffic and visitors, on their own operation to increase biosecurity efforts.
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Rusty Halvorson has a recap of this week's top headlines in AgriBiz News.
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been confirmed in Kidder County. Penny Nester, NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Kidder County, talks more about how producers can protect their birds from the deadly virus.
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Butch Brey is a turkey grower & Vice President of the Minnesota Turkey Research & Promotion Council. He’s based in Brown County, near Sleepy Eye.
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Representative Angie Craig (D-MN) talks about the recently introduced bipartisan Home Front Energy Independence Act.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's outlook for early April.
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Recovering demand after Covid shutdowns has confection processors looking to add 2022 acres. Confection sunflowers have been one of the highest returns per acre options available for several years and have been setting new market highs following the current rally in grain prices.
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Designated swine university-level courses are just a mouse click away. Through a collaboration of many universities and the U.S. Pork Center of Excellence, college students and pork producers can attend online classes through Swine Science Online.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been confirmed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Amber Boeshans with the North Dakota Livestock Alliance has some advice for growers working to protect their flocks from the virus.
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The Port of Savannah’s container volume grew nearly 18 percent in February, extending year-over-year increases to 19 consecutive months for the Georgia Ports Authority. In light of the sustained increase in cargo volumes, Georgia Ports will make major investments in both Brunswick and Savannah.
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The Supreme Court has decided to hear a challenge to the law by Farm Bureau and the National Pork Producers Council. Travis Cushman, AFBF Senior Counsel for Public Policy, says the decision is a significant milestone.
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New data from USDA's Economic Research Service shows restaurant transactions fell 47 percent in 2020, compared to 2019. In March of 2020, the federal government declared a national emergency in response to the Coronavirus pandemic.
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Dr. Carol Cardona is a professor of avian health at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. She has some advice for producers on how to best protect their own operations from the deadly disease.
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Farmers in Ukraine, a major exporter of grains, have planted the first 371,000 acres of spring crops despite the Russian invasion that will likely cut down on the country’s available sowing area.
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Consumers say it’s important to purchase U.S.-grown food, including soybeans, in a new study from the United Soybean Board. USB Communication and Education Committee Chair and Maryland farmer Belinda Burrier shares the highlights from the survey.
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The climate outlook for the spring season has increased concern for drought to continue in South Dakota. On March 17, the U.S. Drought Monitor showed two-thirds of the state in either moderate or severe drought. The climate outlook, released the same day, has odds leaning toward warmer and drier than average climate for most of the state through June 2022.
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Processors and applicants involved with the Meat and Poultry Inspection Readiness Grant (MPIRG) program and the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) can access this technical assistance. USDA also announced it is now accepting applications for $23.6 million in competitive grant funding available through the MPIRG program.
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Julianne Racine is the LaMoure County, Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources. Racine says while the county did receive some beneficial fall moisture and the melting snow pack is infiltrating into the soil, she's concerned about having enough moisture to get the crop from planting to harvest.
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U.S. cattle groups applauded the announcement of an agreement between the U.S. and Japan on American beef imports. Both countries entered consultations after the beef tariff safeguard got triggered in March 2021.
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From a worldwide perspective, our approach to milk production is impacted by factors that change by the minute. Global dairy strategist Mary Ledman joins us from Rabobank to share what milk production levels look like around the world.
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In this Week's episode of the AgriBiz Show, we talked with Rick Snyder, Vice President of Business Development, with FarmOp Capital, and Ben Voss, the director of sales for North America and Australia for Raven. We learn about the latest innovations for wheat producers from WestBred Wheat and Prosaro, along with Kathleen McKittrick, DEKALB Brand Manager, and with Bayer CropScience, Andy Ackley, the corn portfolio manager, of Golden Harvest Seeds, about the upcoming growing season. Also, we had a nice talk withMatt Gast from the trade show floor – he’s a farmer near Valley City, and he’s on the Executive Committee and Value Alignment Committee for the United Soybean Board.
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U.S. food and agriculture groups this week released the sixth annual Feeding the Economy report. The report's findings show that seven percent of the nation's economy and 29 percent of American jobs are linked to the food and agriculture sectors, either directly or indirectly.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Tysen Rosenau farms east of Carrington and talks more about the current moisture conditions and high input costs going into the 2022 growing season.
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While officials are discussing the next farm bill, funding the legislation could be more challenging than in previous years.
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Farm Rescue is accepting applications for the spring planting season. Farm Rescue Founder Bill Gross says if families are in need of help, there’s still time to apply.
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The Department of Agriculture recently announced a new 49-acre pop-up container facility at the Port of Seattle to ease delays for agricultural exports headed to foreign markets. Seattle is the second West Coast port this year, after Oakland, to add this accommodation for loaded, ready-to-ship ag containers.
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There no question Americans are feeling the pain at the pump as gas prices haven’t been this high in years. Mike Steenhoek is the Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, who says he’s feeling the pain along with everyone else. But he says the current idea of a “gas tax holiday” might not be a good thing in the long term.
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John Mesko says often when sustainability in agriculture comes up, farmers are expected to change their practices, or at the very least improve upon them. But, he noted what many in the non-ag community don’t understands is farmers are already making many of those steps voluntarily.
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Ranchers in Eastern North Dakota are being advised to prepare for spring flooding. NDSU Extension specialists say those ranchers in the eastern part of the state should make plans for moving feed and livestock to higher ground before flooding this spring.
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For the first time in twelve weeks, the national average price of gasoline declined, down nine cents from a week ago. The national average gas price Monday was $4.24 a gallon, and the average diesel price fell 10 cents to $5.03 per gallon. The national average gas price is up 71.5 cents from a month ago and $1.37 per gallon higher than a year ago.
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The poultry industry in Minnesota is closely monitoring for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza cases.
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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Justin Quandt recently took part in a corn and ethanol education that took place in Fargo, ND and Alexandria, MN. Quandt explains the importance of farmers taking advantage of local educational opportunities.
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A severe drought has gripped western parts of the U.S. since the middle of 2020. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says drought will likely persist or worsen in the spring due to above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation.
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The United Nations says the war in Ukraine is already resulting in higher food prices and a shortage of staple crops in central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has severely cut down on shipments from the two countries, which combine to ship 25 percent of the world’s wheat exports and 16 percent of global corn exports. Reuters says the surging grain prices are starting to pressure retail food prices in some of the world’s poorest countries.
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South Dakota State University is inviting the public to attend the 99th SDSU Little International at the Animal Science Arena on campus in Brookings, April 1-2.
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Joe Parsons of the National Agricultural Statistics Service explains one of the reasons for USDA's upcoming series of livestreams of certain Secretarial commodity briefing reports.
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Food prices are continuing to rise. The most recent Consumer Price Index in February shows food prices rose 7.9 percent during the month.
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According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, much of far western North Dakota is experiencing severe or extreme drought conditions. Sherry Meyer ranches with her family in southwestern North Dakota. Meyer describes the extremely dry conditions in her area.
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The Environmental Protection Agency this week announced further label restrictions on over-the-top use of Dicamba in Minnesota and Iowa. The changes, requested by pesticide registrants in consultation with those states, are intended to reduce risks from the use of over-the-top dicamba, an herbicide used to control certain types of broadleaf weeds.
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Lumber prices had a historic run last summer, and prices have been volatile again in recent weeks. The May futures contract rose more than 50% in February and has fallen more than 25% in the first half of March.
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Currently 36% of North Dakota is experiencing some level of drought as drought conditions continue to persist in the western part of the state. NDSU specialists will be hosting live webinars to help livestock producers address drought concerns. The webinars will be held at 1 p.m. CDT on March 31 and April 7.
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The agricultural economic outlook for 2022 remains solid. Cortney Cowley is a senior economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. She says while things look good on the surface, there will be things to watch out for this year…tape
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According to the National Sunflower Association, processors are currently offering 2022 Act of God production contracts starting at a minimum of $40.00 and upwards per cwt. The crop insurance price guarantee for this year is $40.50, the highest price since 2011.
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Coming off a record-breaking performance in 2021, U.S. beef exports remained red-hot in January, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Pork exports continued to trend lower in January, despite another outstanding month for exports to leading market Mexico.
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Representative Michelle Fischbach recently introduced the Landowner Easement Act. The legislation by the Minnesota Republican would prohibit the Department of the Interior from entering into a conservation easement with a term of more than 50 years. The bill would also give owners of existing easements the option to renegotiate, renew, or buy out the easement. North Dakota Republican Representative Kelly Armstrong joined Fischbach to introduce the legislation.
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Representing more than 20,000 family farmers and ranchers throughout South Dakota in his role as S.D. Farmers Union President, Doug Sombke was re-elected to serve as Treasurer of the national organization’s executive board during the 120th NFU Convention, held in Denver, Colorado, February 27-March 1.
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The recently-passed Fiscal Year 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Package funds several programs important to cattle producers. It also maintains key provisions that the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has advocated for, including the Electronic Logging Device Exemption for livestock haulers, important EPA regulatory relief, and an extension of the Livestock Mandatory Reporting Program.
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Trade and fertilizer were big topics of conversation when Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack addressed attendees at Commodity Classic in New Orleans.
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Farm State U.S. senators say energy inflation compounded by the war in Ukraine is crushing farm profits, and the White House needs to reverse its energy policies, now.
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Numerous factors have many Canadian grain farmers hesitant to forward contract their crops at this point, despite grain and oilseed prices that are well above historic averages. Bruce Burnette with Markets Farm, based in Winnipeg, explains that, with planting season in sight, many farmers seem unusually reluctant to forward contract any of their crop right now. And, he says this is especially the case for Prairie farmers who have recently experienced drought.
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As the agriculture industry evolves, more and more information that was once stored on paper is now being stored on phones, tablets, on the cloud and online. Sarah Engstrom serves as the Chief Information Security Officer for CHS and has some tips for producers to protect their data.
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Fuel prices are at record levels, and fuel price spreads are also in uncharted territory. Scott Wilson, Energy Customer Risk Manager with GROWMARK, says fear is fueling the markets.
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The leaders of the National Association Wheat Growers, Corn Growers, Soybean Growers, and Sorghum producers held a press conference at Commodity Classic highlighting some of the challenges facing agriculture in the year ahead.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's outlook for the third week of March.
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Marcia Bunger, the administrator of the Risk Management Agency, talks about the Pandemic Cover Crop Program
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. We visit with Jean Henning, Executive Director of the council, who's at Commodity Classic in New Orleans. Henning also discusses an energy matters and corn trade school event that is taking place March 15 and 16.
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American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist Dr. Roger Cryan says supply chain problems abound in America and around the world. He says the issues began when COVID-19 shut down dining and entertainment and changed consumer spending habits.
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Hudson Riehl, economist with the National Restaurant Association, describing for USDA's recent Outlook Forum two challenges facing the restaurant industry as it tries to come back from the damage done by Covid.
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The Russian invasion of Ukraine is having a major impact in the ag industry. We visited with North Dakota Ag Commissioner about rising fuel and fertilizer costs.
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All eyes are on how an already disrupted supply chain is further impacted by the Russia-Ukraine war. Fertilizer is a key part of that conversation. Gaji Balakaneshan is the chief operating officer at Midwestern BioAg.
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The Women’s Meat Industry Network was launched earlier this year to address underrepresentation of women in the meat industry and provide mentoring support. One of the co-founders of the organization is U.S. Meat Export Federation Senior Director of Export Services Cheyenne McEndaffer.
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There are several educational events taking place during the month of March for soybean growers to learn more about marketing and biofuels. We visit with Jena Bjertness with the North Dakota Soybean Council.
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The USDA reported outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in South Dakota and Maryland over the weekend, adding concerns that wild birds are still spreading the disease across the U.S.
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Fuel and fertilizer are just a few input costs that are costing producers more. Many producers are concerned about the costs associated with the 2022 growing season. We visit with North Dakota Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring.
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Soybean and grain sales for overseas delivery dropped in the seven days ending on February 24. However, USDA says soybean sales for delivery in the 2022-2023 marketing year beginning on September 1 totaled 1.39 million metric tons, with China buying 1.26 million.
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There is at least a chance for some precipitation in the drought-stricken parts of farm country during March. John Baranick, ag meteorologist with DTN, says it’s, unfortunately going to take more than a month of precipitation to get things back on track.
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Wheat prices continue to climb as the Russian invasion of Ukraine is ongoing. A Rabobank analyst says the world’s biggest wheat buyers may need to reconsider whether they’ll continue buying grain from the Black Sea regions.
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This week is Agricultural Safety Awareness Program Week. Carrie Walker, American Farm Bureau Federation Director of Member Engagement, says it’s all about promoting safety on the farm.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, discusses three areas of the country where drought has increased in recent weeks.
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William Loux, with the U.S. Dairy Export Council, giving an estimate of losses in export sales this past year due to port bottlenecks and other transportation issues.
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A grant from the National Animal Health Laboratory Network and the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program will help develop rapid testing for African swine fever. Quick identification and containment are key to stopping its spread, and a team of Purdue University researchers is developing a rapid, pen-side test for the disease.
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This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by the North Dakota Corn Utilization Council. Jean Henning with the council talks more about an ethanol education event that begins March 15 at 2 pm at the Fargo Holiday Inn.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's outlook for the second week of March.
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The dairy checkoff recently announced a five-year collaboration with Mayo Clinic to explore research and consumer outreach efforts to improve public health and advance the benefits of dairy.
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The Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose six points in February to 125, matching the sentiment reading from December.
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North Dakota Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring has advised the EPA that the North Dakota pesticide program, Project Safe Send, doesn't have the resources or funding to accept large quantities of chlorpyrifos for disposal.
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U.S. Meat Export Federation Economist Erin Borror outlined some challenges at USDA’s Agricultural Outlook Forum, noting that Asian shippers are incentivized to get empty containers back quickly, rather than filling those containers with U.S. product.
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The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance is now accepting applications for its Dairy Business Builder Grant. Dairy farmers, entrepreneurs, and processors in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin are eligible to apply.
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The North Dakota Beef Checkoff is using some checkoff dollars to air ads during the state high school boys and girls basketball tournaments to help promote the benefits of beef. We visit with Nicole Wardner with the North Dakota Beef Checkoff.
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Russia’s invasion into Ukraine is having a major impact on the agriculture industry. John Sandbakken with the National Sunflower Association says Ukraine is a major exporter of sunflower oil.
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Agricultural real estate values continued to increase at a rapid pace across farm country through the end of last year. The increase in the value of farmland has accelerated in recent quarters alongside elevated commodity prices that have boosted profit opportunities and supported broad strength in the U.S. farm economy.
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South Dakota family farmers and ranchers are in Denver to support grassroots policy during the 2022 National Farmers Union Convention.
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Nathan Kauffman of the Federal Reserve Kansas City discusses some of the indicators that point to possibly a strong farm economy for 2022 and longer term. Kauffman discusses potential risk that could impact the ag economy this year and beyond.
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Griff Lynch, Georgia Ports Authority’s executive director, recently unveiled plans to expand the port’s container capacity by 60 percent. The enhancements will bring the Port of Savannah’s annual capacity from 6 million twenty-foot equivalent container units to 9.5 million TEUs by 2025.
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The production of Minnesota’s field and miscellaneous crops was valued at $14.1 billion in 2021, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Crop Values 2021 Summary. The value of North Dakota’s 2021 field and miscellaneous crops is forecast at $8.53 billion.
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The Department of Agriculture released its export forecast during its Agricultural Outlook Forum. American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Economist Veronica Nigh says the projections spell good news for farmers and ranchers.
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Dennis Todey, director of the Midwest Climate Hub in Iowa, says spring temps may come quicker to some parts of farm country than others.
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey has the National Weather Service's look into the beginning of next month.
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The Cattlemen’s Beef Board this week released its 2021 Annual Report. The 2021 report includes information about projects and results within each of the organization's program areas, including promotion, foreign marketing, consumer information, industry information, research and producer communications.
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The second annual 2022 NDSU Soybean Symposium is set for March 17 and 18 at the North Dakota State University Memorial Union in Fargo.
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Synthetic grass made from U.S. soybeans is just one of many different soy-based products supported through soy checkoff-funded research. United Soybean Board Director Tom Griffiths says there are more than 1,000 products with soy available on the market.
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Each year, FFA chapters from across the country celebrate National FFA Week. The Medina FFA Chapter is celebrating the week with different events and community service projects.
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As producers enter the 2022 growing season, there are lessons to learn from the previous growing season.
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Ag tractor sales in the U.S. and Canada continued rising into January 2022, while combine harvesters slowed for the month. The monthly data recently announced by the Association of Equipment Manufactures found U.S. farm tractor sales gained 1.5 percent in January compared to 2021, while combine sales fell 41.4 percent.
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North Dakota's number of farms and ranches remained unchanged during 2021, according to USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. The number of farms and ranches in the state, at 26,000, was unchanged from 2020.
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The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service released the results of the 2021 Hemp Acreage and Production Survey in the agency’s National Hemp Report. Planted area for industrial hemp grown in the open for all uses in the U.S. totaled 54,150 acres.
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The South Dakota Soybean Processors, LLC announced plans to construct a multi-seed processing plant near Mitchell, South Dakota
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As the 2022 crop production season begins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will contact producers nationwide to determine their plans for the upcoming growing season.
Survey results will be published in the Prospective Plantings and quarterly Grain Stocks reports to be released on March 31, 2022. These and all NASS reports are available online at www.nass.usda.gov/Publications.
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Agricultural producers who have not yet enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage programs for the 2022 crop year have until March 15, 2022, to sign a contract. The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers these two safety net programs to provide vital income support to farmers experiencing substantial declines in crop prices or revenues.
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International Customers can now assess the economic benefits of U.S. Soybean Meal compared to other producers around the world.
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Dr. Michael Cordonnier with Corn and Soybean Advisor, Inc., says areas of Argentina and Brazil are struggling with crop weather.
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Doug Winter, U.S. Soybean Export Council Vice Chair talks about a Nutrient Value Calculator.
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USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service wants recipients of the National Agricultural Classification Survey to know that there is still time to respond. This week, USDA NASS extended the response deadline to March 7.
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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has shown up in Indiana, Virginia, and Kentucky. Denise Spears is communications director for the Indiana Board of Animal Health. She says Indiana’s outbreak began in commercial turkey flocks.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's outlook through the end of February.
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Since 2010, the demand for U.S. pork has risen more than 50 percent in volume and 60 percent in value, in part to the consistency, quality and pricing of the product. 2021 year-end export data showed value increased five percent year-over-year at $8.1 billion and volume dropped slightly at 6.4 billion pounds.
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Overall ag tractor sales in the U.S. and Canada continued rising into January 2022, while sales of combine harvesters slowed for the month. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers recently released its monthly sales report for farm equipment.
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As agriculture faces new challenges and a changing climate, crop insurance remains the number one risk management tool for America’s farmers and ranchers. Kendall Jones is chair of National Crop Insurance Services and president and CEO of ProAg.
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Recognizing the educational needs of farming and ranching families, North Dakota State University Extension will offer Design Your Succession Plan workshops virtually this March. The curriculum includes information developed specifically for those considering transitioning away from full-time farming or ranching as well as information for the next generation of farmers/ranchers. The dates for the sessions are scheduled for March 3, March 10 and March 17.
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Daniel Whitley, Administrator of USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service, talks about the importance of trade missions and the special nature of the upcoming mission.
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U.S. red meat exports reached unprecedented levels in 2021, with export value totaling $18.7 billion. Trade agreements played a major role in this success story, explains U.S. Meat Export Federation Economist Erin Borror.
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Fueling Your Farm Workshops are taking place across the state. The workshops focus on educating producers about the benefits of biodiesel. A list of times and locations can be found on the North Dakota Soybean Council's website.
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A Wells Fargo economist predicted a rosy future ahead for American commodities during the next several years. Michael Swanson says the only thing that could seriously derail that prediction is the weather.
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The USDA says export sales of wheat and soybeans rose while corn sales declined during the week ending on February 3. Wheat sales that week totaled 84,800 metric tons, up 48 percent compared to the previous week.
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Producers who have coverage under most crop insurance policies are eligible for a premium benefit from the USDA if they planted cover crops during the 2022 crop year. Producers must report their cover crop acreage by March 15 if they want to receive the benefit from this year’s Pandemic Cover Crop Program.
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The Energy Information Administration says ethanol production plunged to its lowest level in four months during the week ending February 4. Production dropped under one million barrels a day, finishing the week with an average of 994,000 barrels. That’s down from 1.041 million barrels a day during the previous week and the lowest level since the week ending on October 1, 2021.
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Weather concerns continue to lower the anticipated corn and soybean harvest in South America. Dr. Michael Cordonnier is an agronomist with Corn and Soybean Advisor, Incorporated. He says Argentina is looking at another round of dry weather.
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American beef exports shattered previous volume and value records in 2021, surpassing $10 billion for the first time. Analysis from the U.S. Meat Export Federation shows pork exports finishing slightly below the record level of 2020, but setting a new value record, surpassing $8 billion for the first time.
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Ag lawmakers on Capitol Hill say it’s time for USDA to end covid staffing restrictions at FSA offices. Top House Ag Republican Glenn Thompson says it's time to go back to work.
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The 54th Annual Central Minnesota Farm Show will take place February 22 and 23.
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Data from USDA’s Economic Research Service details the increase in fertilizer prices. Fertilizer represents an average of 36 percent of a farmer’s operating costs for corn, 35 percent for wheat, and 30 percent for sorghum, according to estimates by USDA.
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According to the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demands Estimates report, this month’s 2021/22 U.S. corn supply and use is unchanged relative to last month. The season-average farm price remains at $5.45 per bushel.
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U.S. Agriculture posted its highest annual export levels ever recorded in 2021. The final 2021 trade data published by the Department of Commerce Tuesday shows that exports of U.S. farm and food products totaled $177 billion.
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There is no shortage of obstacles to navigate the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association through as new Don Schiefelbein steps into his new role as NCBA president. Possibly the most talked-about topic from last year was the ineffectual state of the cattle markets.
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Planning for the future can be a very frustrating process especially in times of market volatility. To make the planning process easier, North Dakota State University Extension has released its 2022 short- and long-term agricultural planning price projections for North Dakota.
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For the sixth straight week, the nation’s average gas price is up, rising eight cents from a week ago and stands at $3.42 per gallon. The national average is up 12.3 cents from a month ago and 97.5 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.
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The American Farm Bureau Federation submitted comments this week to the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers regarding proposed changes to the Waters of the U.S. Rule.
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Mark Swanson, CEO of Birko Corporation and currently serving as chair of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, says expanding U.S. beef exports is important to the entire supply chain, and surging global demand for U.S. beef helped set a positive and optimistic tone for the convention.
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Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux provides details on upcoming webinars on income tax treatment of livestock sales and disaster losses.
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A Midwest U.S. lawmaker has a ‘beef’ with the New York Times over its editorial alleging the beef industry is destroying the planet. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says the New York Times editorial made “sweeping, inaccurate statements” about the U.S. beef industry.
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During the 2022 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in Houston, TX, cattle producers approved the organization's policy priorities. Rusty Halvorson reports.
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Export numbers for beef have been impressive this past year, and U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom expects growth to continue in the year ahead. Rusty Halvorson reports.
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Global meatpacker JBS SA has agreed to pay $52.5 million to settle litigation accusing companies of conspiring to limit supplies. Rusty Halvorson reports.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during December 2021 in Minnesota was $5.22 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service - Agricultural Prices report. This was $1.49 above December 2020.
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North Dakota State University Extension has set the 2022 Best of the Best in Wheat Research and Marketing meeting in western North Dakota for Feb. 10 at the Grand Hotel in Minot.
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A new Minnesota Department of Agriculture grant will help Minnesota service stations who want to offer customers more and greener options at the pump. The Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation Biofuels Infrastructure Grant Program will award up to $6.6 million to offset the cost of investing in retail petroleum dispensers, fuel storage tanks, and other equipment certified as compatible with blends of motor fuel containing at least 25% ethanol.
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Farmers and ranchers are gearing up for the NDFB Farm and Ranch Conference, February 4-5, 2022 in Dickinson.
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The economy has been a challenge over the past two years and continues to be moving into a new year. But agriculture has weathered the storm without the damage once feared when the pandemic started, and many restaurants shut down for a time. Rabobank’s Steve Nicholson says it could have been worse.
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Sustainability for America’s pork producers is about doing what’s right for people, pigs and the planet by following the industry’s We Care ethical principles. Cody Toothaker is the feed mill and agronomy manager for Hugoson Pork in southern Minnesota.
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The final numbers are still being tallied, but pork exports to Mexico will set a new record in 2021, surpassing the previous highs reached in 2017.
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It's been cold and snowy for some, especially for ranchers in eastern North Dakota. Dr. Gerald Stokka, NDSU Extension veterinarian and livestock stewardship specialist, talks more about the impact the cold winter is having on ranchers and their cattle.
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One expert offers some advice when it comes to choosing between ARC and PLC.
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Farmers and crop advisers interested in canola production management updates should plan to participate in the 2022 Getting-it-Right in Canola Production virtual meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
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During times like these, when hay is so expensive, proper hay practices are critical to help minimize costs. Marty New, an Oklahoma State University extension area livestock specialist, goes over some do’s and don'ts of proper hay storage
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The 2022 Minnesota legislative session is underway. Some of the actions that will take place over the next few months at the state Capitol will have an impact on the ag industry. Amber Glaeser serves as the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Public Policy Director.
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Peterson Farms Seed is contracting with regional farmers for identity-preserved conventional soybean acres. Rusty Halvorson visits with Carl Peterson about the opportunity for farmers to claim additional premiums without sacrificing bushels, and also - a new spring wheat variety that PFS is now offering.
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As farmers are now planning for the year ahead, many are continuing to grapple with some of the challenges from last year. Tim Andriesen, Managing Director of Agricultural Products at CME Group says his biggest takeaway from 2021 is that price risk isn’t going away anytime soon.
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Rising fertilizer costs have many producers looking at putting that manure pile to good use this spring. Mary Keena, NDSU Extension Livestock Environmental Management Specialist, offers some advice to growers.
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Ag producers and landowners can sign up for the Conservation Reserve Program, better known as CRP. Zach Ducheneaux, Administrator of USDA's Farm Service Agency, says farmers should call ahead for Conservation Reserve Program signup appointments.
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It’s been a challenging winter for ranchers, as they’ve dealt with snow and many days of sub-zero temperatures. Wendy Windman ranches with her family in north central North Dakota near Buchanan and talks more about some of the challenges of this year’s winter.
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Farmers will have the opportunity to learn more about the upcoming Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage election and the decisions the programs entail during a webinar that North Dakota State University Extension and the North Dakota Farm Service Agency are hosting on Thursday, Feb. 3, at 11 a.m. CST.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's Outlook for the first week of February.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is reminding ranchers and livestock producers that they may be eligible for financial assistance through the Livestock Forage Disaster Program for 2021 grazing losses due to a qualifying drought or fire. The deadline to apply for 2021 LFP assistance is Jan. 31, 2022.
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Smaller than expected South American soybean crops likely mean more soybean export business for the U.S. in 2022. Reuters says Oil World, an oilseeds analyst, says major soybean export business will likely get pushed toward the U.S. in June and will continue from there.
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Matt MacLachlan, USDA economist, gives the new USDA 2022 food price forecast, starting with the expected increase for all types of food taken together.
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Dr. Steve Meyer with Partners for Production Agriculture says livestock and crop producers are experiencing higher input costs due to rising worldwide commodity crop prices.
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The 2021 growing season has come and gone and all eyes are on the 2022 growing season, but that doesn’t mean producers should forget about what was learned this past year. We visit with Scott Walker with Pioneer.
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Cyber breaches hit a record high $4.2 million in 2021. The food and agriculture sector found itself in the crosshairs of multiple cyber-attacks in 2021. The most notable were on JBS beef plants and grain co-ops.
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced it is accepting applications from motor carriers for the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot program. The program was signed into law Nov. 15 as part of the infrastructure bill.
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We spoke with Randy Dickhut with Farmers National Company, at the National Association of Farm Broadcasters Convention, at the end of November about the land market.
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Canada is a big crop fertilizer importer and one of the the most important is Anhydrous Ammonia. Anhydrous contains 82 percent nitrogen, the highest amount of any commercially available nitrogen-based fertilizer.
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Market price trends and how to manage farm revenue is a big topic of conversation in farming. Mike Rusch of Total Farm Marketing by Stewart-Peterson says it goes hand in hand with managing risk.
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Information updated last week from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows per-acre water usage is declining on irrigated farmland. Since 1969, the amount of water used per acre irrigated has decreased substantially.
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Participants from six states attended the two-day NDSU Feedlot School in Carrington, North Dakota. Feed additives, ration balancing and marketing were a few items on the agenda.
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The Northarvest Bean Growers Association annual Bean Day was back in-person on Friday at the Holiday Inn of Fargo. Rusty Halvorson caught up with President Eric Samuelson and Executive Director Mitch Coulter on the sidelines of the event.
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Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Terry Cosby discusses the two forms of funding available through USDA's Regional Conservation Partnership Program.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's forecast through the end of this month.
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Each year, the soy checkoff invests millions of dollars for research projects designed to increase the value and preference for U.S. Soy, while also helping with resiliency on the farm. The research seeks to improve sustainability, expand markets for U.S. soybeans and identify new uses.
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It’s cold outside and horse owners should take some extra steps to be sure their horses are performing well in this winter weather. We visit with Penny Nester, NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent- Kidder County.
She talks more about hoof care during these wet, cold winter months.
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Dan Whitley is the administrator of the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. He recently spoke at the American Farm Bureau’s annual convention in Atlanta and outlined the administration’s trade policy.
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The Common Swine Industry Audit task force made up of producers, packers, processors and retailers have made three, proactive changes to the audit effective in 2022. Director of Animal Welfare with the National Pork Board Stephanie Wisdom explains the first change involving downtime after international travel.
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The U.S. must get more aggressive on trade deals, an American Farm Bureau official says, after the UK and India just launched talks on a free trade agreement. AFB Senior Director of Congressional Relations Dave Salmonsen says the Biden Administration should see the UK-India FTA announcement as a signal to engage on U.S. deals.
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World Ag Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski sums up some balancing factors in January's domestic balance sheet for corn.
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Even though most trees go dormant in winter time, environmental injury from cold weather and animals can occur. Joe Zeleznik, NDSU Extension forester, discusses how to keep your trees healthy and safe from animal damage.
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The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that after many years of negotiations, U.S. pork is now eligible for export to India.
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We sit down with North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne to discuss the recent announcement from the White House in regards to The Biden-Harris Action Plan for a Fairer, More Competitive, and More Resilient Meat and Poultry Supply Chain, as well as how COVID has impacted the NDFU restaurants on the east coast.
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The 54th Annual North Dakota Dairy Convention will take place January 19th, 2022 at the Ramada Bismarck. The event is hosted by the Milk Producers Association of North Dakota, with the goal to create an environment of learning, sharing and positivity for all dairy farmers and industry stakeholders.
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Livestock producers and veterinarians are keeping an eye on June 2023, when a directive from the Food and Drug Administration concerning antimicrobials will take full effect.
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Nearly 360,000 total tractors and combines left dealer lots in 2021 in North America. U.S. and Canadian unit sales of ag tractors and combines finished 2021 with gains of more than ten percent in nearly every segment in both countries.
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Jenny Moffitt, Under Agriculture Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs, talking about the seizures in the New York City area of prohibited food products.
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North Dakota State University Extension hosted an online webinar last week regarding the “Ag Market Situation and Outlook for 2022."
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The United States now can export sausage and similar products to Nigeria, which has announced it is partially opening its market to U.S. pork. The National Pork Producers Council welcomed the move by the West African nation.
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The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers increased 0.5 percent in December on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.8 percent in November. The all-items index increased 7.0 percent before seasonal adjustment, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported this week.
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John Sandbakken, with the National Sunflower Association, talks more about price and demand for the upcoming sunflower crop.
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With more alternative fuel choices coming to the market, producers may have questions when choosing which fuel is best for their farm. The North Dakota Soybean Council is hosting a Fueling Your Farm Workshop Series.
Several workshops were held this fall in southeastern North Dakota, the first workshop of this year will take place during the KMOT Ag Expo in Minot, as well as February 15 in Carrington, February 16 in Cooperstown and Grand Forks, and February 17th in Valley City and Mapleton.
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While the January report has been a market-mover in the past, Ben Kasch of Bower Trading says this year’s report is more neutral.
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A new economic analysis released by researchers at Texas A&M University has corn growers raising concerns that pending tariffs on nitrogen fertilizers will create shortages and cause prices to increase even more for farmers, according to the National Corn Growers Association. The study notes that the price of one type of nitrogen fertilizer, called anhydrous ammonia, increased by $688 per ton – $86,000 for a 1,000-acre farm – from the end of 2020 through the end of October 2021.
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The South Dakota Quarter Horse Association 2021 Producer of the Year is Lauing Ranch Quarter Horses.
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Fuel experts will cover everything farmers need to know about diesel, renewable diesel, and biodiesel. Farm and Ranch Director Sarah Heinrich visits with Jena Bjertness with the North Dakota Soybean Council about the upcoming events.
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The administration wants to go back to an earlier rule that Farm Bureau says will bring the heavy hand of the federal government onto farmers’ lands
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Meat companies and union officials tell Reuters that rising COVID-19 infections among workers are forcing meat plants to slow production and the government to replace slaughter inspectors.
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Bart Kenner, USDA economist, with some key agricultural numbers for the first eleven months of 2021.
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Researchers and Extension specialists from North Dakota State University, the University of Minnesota, USDA, as well as European researchers are providing updates on current sugarbeet research at the West Fargo Convention Center today. Rusty Halvorson visits with Mohamed Khan, sugarbeet specialist for NDSU and the University of Minnesota, on the sidelines of the event.
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TheAmerican Agri-Women proudly presented South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem with the “Champion of Agriculture Award” at their recent convention in Phoenix, Arizona.
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2021 may not have been a normal year, but it was good for farmers, according to American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist Roger Cryan. And Cryan says 2022 is already not particularly normal with issues from 2020 and 2021 carrying over into the new year.
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Work continues to lower the depth of the southern Mississippi River from 45 to 50 feet. Mike Steenhoek is the Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition. The work began in September 2020, and Steenhoek talks about why it’s necessary
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SDSU Extension encourages dairy producers to register for one of the upcoming I-29 Moo University Winter Workshops on January 11 and January 12. This year’s workshops will focus on trends and strategies being used in milk quality. The workshops will take place in Brookings, South Dakota, and Rock Rapids, Iowa.
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Work continues to lower the depth of the southern Mississippi River from 45 to 50 feet. Mike Steenhoek is the Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition. He says the work continues on a 256-mile stretch between Baton Rouge, Louisiana, down past New Orleans and out to where it empties into the Gulf of Mexico
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Farmers continue to plant more cover crops. Reuters says those include everything from grasses like rye and oats to legumes and radishes. Some of them get converted to biofuels or fed to cattle, but most aren’t harvested because they’re more valuable when they break down in the soil.
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Corn farmers who “split-apply” nitrogen now have another option for insurance coverage. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency Wednesday announced the details of its Post Application Coverage Endorsement in certain states for non-irrigated corn, providing coverage for producers who use this practice that saves producers money and is considered better for natural resources.
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses Canada’s tariff-rate-quotas for U.S. dairy in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, how it is designed to increase our nation’s dairy exports to that market, and what a recent USMCA Dispute Settlement Panel ruling means for U.S. dairy and Canadian TRQs.
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Karissa Daws ranches with her husband David in northeastern North Dakota near Michigan. Karissa says they’ve been out in the barn checking on those momma cows day and night.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, has the National Weather Service's outlook into the middle of this month.
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South America’s soybean production numbers continue to shrink due to unfavorable weather. Dr. Michael Cordonnier, an agronomist with Soybean and Corn Advisor, Incorporated, says some fields are too wet, while others are too dry.
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The average price received by farmers for corn during November 2021 in Minnesota was $5.19 per bushel according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service - Agricultural Prices report. This was 19 cents above the October price and $1.61 above November 2020.
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Wheat prices at the farm level rose substantially in 2021, but the changes did not result in correspondingly higher prices for consumer products made from wheat.
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Wind chill warnings, as well as blowing and drifting snow makes life more challenging for all of us. But, imagine if you had to take care of newborns being born in these tough weather conditions. Karissa Daws ranches with her husband David in northeastern North Dakota near Michigan. Karissa says they’ve been out in the barn checking on those mommas cows day and night.
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Renewable energy will again join top farm issues this year, as Congress and the administration grapple with climate and sustainability needs, and the American Farm Bureau weighs in.
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One market analyst was disappointed at how the livestock markets played out during 2021. Mike Zuzolo, president of Global Commodity Analytics in Atchison, Kansas, says he saw some disappointment in the pork sector while beef producers got rewarded during the second half of 2021.
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Ryan Ridder with Corteva Agriscience talks about the importance of farmers being efficient in every aspect of agriculture.
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It’s believed that nearly three Million tons of food is wasted in Canada every year. That means that more than half of all food is lost, spoiled or wasted every year across the Canadian food chain - from production through transportation, to grocery stores and finally in consumer homes.
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Cold and snowy conditions have arrived in much of the state of North Dakota. Alicia Harstad is the NDSU Extension Ag and Natural Resources Agent for Stutsman County. She says all that snow means extra work for ranchers.
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Farmers can elect coverage and enroll in crop-by-crop Agricultural Risk Coverage-County or Price Loss Coverage programs within each Farm Service Agency farm unit, or ARC-Individual for the entire farm, for the 2022 crop year, says Ron Haugen, North Dakota State University Extension farm management specialist.
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During COVID-19 and the economic recession of 2020, the share of consumers’ disposable personal income spent on food dropped 10.1 percent from the previous year to 8.62 percent. The USDA says that’s the lowest share in the past 60 years.
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The University of Illinois’ Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics set its corn and soybean break-even prices for 2022.
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In January, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will survey about 41,000 cattle operations nationwide to provide an up-to-date measure of U.S. cattle inventories.
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says consistent temperatures and near to above normal precipitation are in the nationwide weather forecast for the period of January 4th - 10th.
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The supply chain is a major concern for many growers across the country, as they prepare for the upcoming growing season.
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More than one-third of America’s farmers and ranchers are women. The American Farm Bureau Federation offers the Women’s Leadership program to help women with growth opportunities and leadership development.
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CGB Enterprises, Inc. and Minnesota Soybean Processors recently announced that they have formed a joint venture for the construction of a state-of-the-art soybean processing plant near Casselton, North Dakota. Jeramie Weller serves as General Manager of Minnesota Soybean Processors located in Brewster, Minnesota.
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Seth Meyer, USDA Chief Economist, says he hopes some of his projections for 2022 commodity prices and income turn out to be wrong.
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Despite the challenges brought on by COVID-19, the Dairy Checkoff continued to help its foodservice partners to grow sales of U.S. dairy foods.
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American Farm Bureau Economist Shelby Myers says producers have already faced a year-and-a-half of supply chain delays and soaring costs. Now, they could face more.
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In North Dakota inventory of all hogs and pigs on December 1, 2021, was 148,000 head. That's up 3% from December 1, 2020. Market hog inventory, at 113,000 head, was up 6% from last year.
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The Phase One Trade Deal between China and the U.S. comes to an end in early 2022. Veronica Nigh, senior economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says this year’s numbers are better in 2021 than at the same time last year.
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An American Farm Bureau economist says soaring fertilizer and other input costs may continue into next spring before they stabilize, posing a continuing challenge to the nation’s producers.
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Disease, weeds and yields are common factors on a farmer’s mind. Kelly Liberator, Technical Marketing Manager for Fungicides with BASF, says the drought did help reduce disease pressure for some producers in the Northern Plains in 2021.
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Researchers and Extension specialists from North Dakota State University, the University of Minnesota, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, as well as from European research institutes and universities will provide updates on current sugarbeet research.
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Supply chain challenges are impacting nearly every industry across the globe. Robbie Upton with BASF talks more about the supply chain challenges farmers are facing.
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Don Gehrls, U.S. Marketing Lead, Pioneer Soybeans, talks more about producers making seed selections and supply chain disruptions.
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