Farmers Trapped in Perfect StormFarmers Trapped in Perfect StormTrade disputes , weather conditions, low farm incomes, and EPA waivers to oil refiners have all combined to create a perfect storm for agriculture.Mark TasslerMark Tassler
Much of Nebraska's Land in Big TroubleMuch of Nebraska's Land in Big TroubleTons of sand, sediment and silt, some in dunes as high as 10 feet, have been scattered across the eastern half to two-thirds of the state by the March flooding. Mark TasslerMark Tassler
Farmers Frustrated over Trade WarFarmers Frustrated over Trade WarSoybean farmers here in the United States remain frustrated by the lack of progress between the U.S. and China in resolving the trade war.Mark TasslerMark Tassler
Grain Exports Provide Benefits Way Beyond FarmsGrain Exports Provide Benefits Way Beyond Farms International export markets for U.S. grains supported nearly $38 billion in business sales in the U.S. economy during 2016Mark TasslerMark Tassler
Spring Planting off to Slow PaceSpring Planting off to Slow PaceWith hardly any days suitable for fieldwork, farmers are way off the pace with Spring planting.Mark TasslerMark Tassler
Farmers Can Enter Corn Yield Contest NowFarmers Can Enter Corn Yield Contest NowIt's time for corn producers to enter the National Corn Growers Association’s National Corn Yield Contest.Mark TasslerMark Tassler
Spring Planting Well Behind Average Pace in South DakotaSpring Planting Well Behind Average Pace in South DakotaSpring planting remains well behind the average pace in South Dakota after bad weather and flooding last month.Associated PressAssociated Press
Crop Killing Weed Makes Way into MinnesotaCrop Killing Weed Makes Way into MinnesotaMinnesota agriculture officials say a super weed that can devastate corn and soybean crops has entered the stateMark TasslerMark Tassler
New Wind Energy Coming to South DakotaNew Wind Energy Coming to South DakotaXcel Energy has completed the purchase of two wind energy projects that add to its growing Upper Midwest wind energy portfolio. Mark TasslerMark Tassler
New Market Opportunities for FarmersNew Market Opportunities for FarmersPassing USMCA will open the door to other markets and new opportunities for American farmers. Mark TasslerMark Tassler