National Corn Growers Association President Harold Wolle recently discussed the latest extension of the farm bill which President Joe Biden signed giving lawmakers until January 19 to pass funding bills, and includes a one-year extension to the farm bill. When asked about his opinion of the extension Wolle said the following. Wolle also highlighted some…
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A member of the R&J Broadcasting family has been recognized for her work. Whitney Pittman of the Red River Farm Network was named Ag Communicator of the Year by the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation. Pittman began her broadcasting career with R&J Broadcasting, Inc and is pleased to have won the award. Pittman says she’s grateful…
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The Supreme Court decided to not weigh in on cases regarding “Ag Gag” laws which is considered a huge win for animal rights activists across the nation. Washburn University agricultural law professor Roger McEowen explains these Ag Gag laws and how they affect Agriculture. McEowen also explained why the laws have gone in the favor…
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Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Director Harrison Weber recently discussed the latest “anti sugar” legislation that has been discussed in Washington DC. Weber explains this legislation and how it could affect area sugar beet producers. Weber also discussed what they’re doing on their end to shut this legislation down and the support they…
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Andrew Jossund, who farmer’s near Hendrum, gives us an update on how crops have looked for him as he gets closer to sugarbeet harvest.
As cattle numbers across the country continue to be down many cattle producers will be looking to rebuild their herds. Rachel Gray of Little Timber Farms near Kelliher discusses some holdups producers may face during the rebuilding process. Gray also discussed how the current cattle markets could influence producers decisions when it comes to herd…
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Russell Group President Randy Russell discussed the potential government shutdown and how it could affect the new farm bill that has yet to pass in the House of Representatives. Russell gives an update on what’s happening in DC. Russell also gave a timeline of when a new deal will have to be reached. Russell also…
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As drought conditions continue to affect Minnesota Agriculture University of Minnesota Extension Crops Specialist David Nicolai has some tips regarding pasture management and how farmers can avoid over grazing during this dry season. Those aren’t the only ways that farmers can avoid over grazing. Nicolai shares some more tips that farmers can take advantage of…
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With Sugar Beet Pre Harvest underway Red River Valley Surgarbeet Growers Association Executive Director Harrison Webber updates us on how the preharvest has been looking so far. Webber also discussed this years sugarbeet labor force and the ongoing search for truck drivers. With the increased presence of trucks on Minnesota and North Dakota roads Webber…
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US Congressman Kelly Armstrong of North Dakota recently shared his outlook and what he’s been hearing in Washington about the progress of the new farm bill. One of the biggest issues Armstrong says that he continues to see is talks around the Migrant Worker Wage Increase. Armstrong also discussed challenges he’s seen trying to get…
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