Growing Harvest Ag Network

When food safety issues make the news headlines, consumers take notice. Consumer confidence in an entire category can suffer, and that’s why the dairy checkoff makes food safety a big priority. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cattle prices continue to be the bright spot in agriculture, but that doesn’t mean ranchers can let their guard down when it comes to costs. Nebraska Extension Livestock System Educator Brock Ortner says there are several ways cattlemen can keep their operations lean. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As policymakers debate foreign ownership of U.S. farmland, questions remain about how much risk those foreign holdings actually pose. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Staying safe on the farm should always be top priority, but when things get busy during the harvest season it’s even more important that producers take the time to slow down and use caution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Advanced planning can help home cooks make meals throughout the week versus takeout or eating out. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The price of diesel remains near record-high levels, squeezing farmers’ profit margins. Gregg Ibendahl, Farm Management Specialist at Kansas State University, says geopolitical issues have disrupted key areas like the Strait of Hormuz, as has the Russia and Ukraine war. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA says rebuilding staffing levels in local Farm Service Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service offices remains a priority. Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce says office staffing is a concern he’s hearing from farmers nationwide. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How has recent innovations in artificial intelligence expanded efficiencies in beef inspection and grading? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States has begun banning nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including certain dairy products, alcoholic beverages, and motorcycles. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New analysis is signaling that the Trump administration’s plan to lower the tariffs on imported beef has not met the intended goal of lowering prices for consumers. Faith Parum, an economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, said her organization studied beef prices at 41 grocery stores in September to measure the impact. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The calendar has officially shifted to fall, and the attention is turning to what the winter forecast might look like. And according to the Old Farmers Almanac, this coming winter is expected to be similar to the winter of 1997-1998. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Farm Service Agency has completed a major upgrade to acreage reporting, moving producers nationwide onto a new system designed to improve efficiency and reduce paperwork. FSA Deputy Administrator of Farm Programs Jared Hagert says the transition is already showing promising results. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red meat in storage rose as pork supplies surged, USDA said in a monthly Cold Storage report. Meat in freezers on Aug. 31 rose eight percent from the same date last year to 862.1 million pounds. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This NDSU Ag Minute features James Rogers, NDSU Extension Forage Crops Production Specialist. Rogers visits with listeners about the weather this growing season and the impact it has had on this year's forage crops. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brazil's farmland-cost advantage over the United States has narrowed substantially, according to a new comparison from Purdue University's Center for Commercial Agriculture. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Winter is around the corner, and it looks like El Niño will continue to dominate upcoming weather forecasts. John Baranick, ag meteorologist for DTN, talked about El Niño’s influence on U.S. weather this winter. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA's latest season ending average price forecasts reflect increased prices for commodities this marketing year, but why? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the factors that could result in forecasted higher wheat prices for growers this marketing season? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Persistent rain across parts of the Midwest is delaying the soybean harvest, tightening supplies and forcing processors to offer large premiums for immediate deliveries. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers in the United States and Argentina have sharply different views about the benefits of artificial intelligence and other data-driven tools in agriculture. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new survey of corn and soybean farmers finds financial pressure remains high despite recent improvements in commodity prices. The National Corn Growers Association and American Soybean Association report nearly two-thirds of growers are moderately or very concerned about the farm economy. Forty-six percent say they are more concerned about their farm financial situation than they were a year ago. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As harvest gets underway across the country, the American Seed Trade Association is reminding farmers to take precautions to keep treated seed out of the grain supply. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's top stories in agriculture, including some follow-up audio from the recent Big Iron Farm and Construction Show in West Fargo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dylan Nelson with Embden Grain, west of Fargo, harvest got started about a week and half ago. He says many farmers in the area are ready for a frost to help dry the crop down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This NDSU Ag Minute features Carmel Miller, NDSU Extension FARMS Workforce Coordinator. Miller discusses the upcoming ND NEXT Conference in Carrington, as well as the work being done to grow and develop leaders in rural North Dakota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers could be facing elevated diesel prices well into 2027, adding another challenge for producers already struggling with tight margins. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about heavy rains of the past week and how it is affecting areas of the western corn and soybean belts. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new comparison of farmer sentiment in the United States and Argentina finds producers facing many of the same challenges, including high input costs. But the outlook for the future looks very different depending on where farmers are farming. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. North Dakota Corn Growers Association member and Oakes farmer Steve Hansen visits with us about his recent trip to Washington D.C. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over the range of temperatures across the country for the period of September 29 - October 5. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA is beginning the largest expansion of commodity program base acres in more than two decades. The addition of 30 million acres eligible for Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage is expected to increase support for farmers nationwide. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Senate Ag Committee approved its version of the farm bill on a 12-11 party line vote. Brian Glenn, director of government relations for the American Farm Bureau, said it’s a big step forward in the push for a new farm bill. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taking steps to assure farm safety today builds for future safety on the operation - the message behind this year's National Farm Safety and Health Week. Rod Bain has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Online tools and calculators are available for producers considering their enrollment and election options in this year's Agriculture Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage sign-up. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski goes over USDA's September beef production and steer price forecasts for next year. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Walcott, ND grower Matt Swenson says he had some sclerotinia, but no insect issues this year. Weather in his area has been hot and dry. He says his sunflowers will be below average. He hopes to start harvesting the end of the month. National Sunflower Association See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does USDA's latest meat outlook reveal regarding trends in production and prices? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When making the switch from conventional farming to organic, overlooking the land lease agreement is done at both parties’ peril. Glennis McClure, Extension Farm and Ranch Analyst with the University of Nebraska, says there are many things to consider. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harvest is well underway in many parts of rural America. Dan Neenan, director of the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety, said whether it’s county roads, state highways, or freeways, motorists will see a lot of slow-moving farm equipment out there. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce provides examples of how growers utilize cover crops in their operation. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's audio from the Big Iron Farm and Construction Show at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Twenty four leaders and producers of beef, pork, corn, and soybean organizations from across the U.S. visited Japan as part of the U.S. Meat Export Federation's Heartland Team, including Travis Maddock of the North Dakota Beef Commission. Source: USMEF See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This NDSU Ag Minute features Angie Johnson, NDSU Extension Farm and Ranch Safety Specialist. Johnson explains the importance of farm safety, not only during harvest season, but all year long. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethanol is a major topic of discussion right now as Guatemala prepares to launch its E10 program. The country imported 100,000 gallons of ethanol just last year, totaling more than 13 million gallons before the program's official launch. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trump administration says allowing tariff-free beef imports could help lower consumer prices, but the National Cattlemen's Beef Association is questioning whether the move will actually make a difference. NCBA Executive Director of Government Affairs Kent Bacus says much of the imported product won't even end up in grocery store meat cases. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. We visited with Jason Strand at Big Iron about the benefits of E15 has to offer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brazil is becoming less of a player in the global corn market as ethanol plant construction continues to expand across that country. Crossroads Co-op Regional Manager Brian Irey says China is driving that shift. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent advancements in the Christmas Tree industry are providing producers with more diverse product and consumers with greater choice during the holiday season. Rod Bain with USDA has the story, USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As borrowing costs rise, what does increased reliance on credit say about the overall health of the farm economy? American Farm Bureau Economist Faith Parum breaks it down. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.