Grassley Unlikely to Change Mandate on Cattle Reform Bill

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says he is not inclined to take out the mandated negotiated cash cattle provision in his…

Farmer of the Future Driven by Consumer Trends

The farmer of the future must be nimble and listen to consumer demands and trends.  That’s the advice Lucas Lentsch…

Supply Chain Disruptions Will Last Months, Not Years

The supply chain disruptions in the economy will likely last months, not years.  That’s according to SDSU Economics Professor Dr.…

AFBF Changes Policy on Cattle Market Compromise Bill

The American Farm Bureau Federation has reiterated its support for S. 3229, the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act, with…

MN Soybean Growers Finalize 2022 Policy Resolutions

The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association finalized its 2022 policy resolutions during its Annual Meeting in Mankato.  President Mike Skaug says…

MN Farmers Union Pleased with Ag Funding in Governor Walz Budget

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz released his budget and it contains several initiatives championed by Minnesota Farmers Union.  President Gary Wertish…

Future of Ethanol and Market Outlook Focus of SD Corn Annual Meeting

The future of ethanol and the outlook for the upcoming crop season were the focus of the South Dakota Corn…

Vilsack Looking Ahead to Next Farm Bill

Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack spoke before the House Agriculture Committee last week and brought up the next farm bill.  He…

2022 SD Legislative Session Busy One for Agriculture

The 2022 South Dakota legislative session will be another busy one for agricultural interests.  South Dakota ag lobbyist Brenda Forman…

National Waterways Foundation Study Shows Barge Advantage

An updated study by The National Waterways Foundation shows utilizing inland waterways barge transportation is the most efficient and lowest…