Growing Harvest Ag Network

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

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Source: U.S. Meat Export FederationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NDSU Extension Entomologist Janet Knodel offers some advice for sunflower growers when out scouting fields. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski goes over USDA's latest look at 2026 and 2027 pork production forecasts. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to Statistics Canada data, Canadian farmers planted 76,500 acres of sunflowers this spring, which is up 1 percent from 2025. Source: National Sunflower AssociationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Higher food prices continue to change the way Americans shop, according to a new report from CoBank's Knowledge Exchange. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The USDA is accepting applications through July 27 for its Agribusiness Trade Mission to Vietnam, scheduled for November 9-12. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a mix of temperatures and above normal precipitation is forecasted for the period of July 21 – 27. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee 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.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The American Farm Bureau is looking for the next Farm Dog of the Year. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.