Growing Harvest Ag Network

Rusty Halvorson shares audio from the National Association of Farm Broadcasting's Trade Talk event at the Westin Crown in Kansas City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest research from an AARP survey shows 89 percent of U.S. consumers were targeted by fraud during the last year. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center will hold its annual NDSU Feedlot School on Jan. 21-22, 2026. Source: NDSU ExtensionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will spend several months gathering information about farm economics from farmers and ranchers throughout the United States, as the agency conducts the third and final phase of the 2025 Agricultural Resource Management Survey. Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicole Wardner with the North Dakota Beef Commission offers a few ideas if you are looking to save a few dollars on your holiday meal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several rely on budgets for buying Christmas and holiday gifts, but what are some ways to keep within your budget this season? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicole Wardner with the North Dakota Beef Commission offers a few ideas if you are looking to save a few dollars on your holiday meal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures in most of the country and a mix of precipitation is in the national weather forecast for the period of December 23 - 29. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. agricultural export scenario experienced a transformation in 2025, with diversification of export destinations emerging as an important factor for both the corn and soybean markets. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This NDSU Ag Minute features Madeleine Smith, NDSU Extension Pesticide Specialist. Smith discusses the details and importance of the NDSU Extension Certification Program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Gibbs, Extension Livestock Specialist at the Hettinger Research Extension Center. Gibbs offers some advice to producers who are preparing for calving season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More reports are surfacing that a rising percentage of ag lenders appear not to be renewing some farm loans for 2026. Rob Larew, the president of the National Farmers Union, discusses the details. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Onida, SD producer Chuck Todd was re-elected as NSA Board President at the NSA board meeting, held on December 3-4. National Sunflower AssociationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This NDSU Ag Minute features Rachel Gibbs, Extension Livestock Specialist at the Hettinger Research Extension Center. Gibbs offers some advice to producers who are preparing for their calving and lambing seasons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski says projected price strength for turkeys is reflected in this month's price forecasts for 2025 and 2026. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If a large cut of meat is the main item of your Christmas or holiday meal, get to know a food thermometer to know the minimum safe internal cooking temperature. Rod Bain with USDA as the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA food safety expert Meredith Carothers explains why using a food thermometer is important to check the safe internal temperature for a large cut of meat. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA recently announced $12 billion is available for a Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, and the first deadline for getting signed up for the financial assistance is this week. Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, said the first thing farmers need to do is submit an acreage report. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Risk Management Agency Administrator Pat Swanson explains an adjustment under Expanding Access to Risk Protection streamlining production reporting by crop growers to their insurance providers. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every five years, the Dietary Guidelines are updated and released, based on current recommendations made by a scientific advisory committee. The guidelines were due to be updated this year, but are now being pushed to early 2026. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Halstrom, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, says 2024 closed out as a record year in both volume and value, underscoring strong demand and the competitiveness of U.S. Pork worldwide. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some analysts are looking to January’s WASDE report with anticipation. Naomi Blohm, Senior Market Advisor with Total Farm Marketing, says one of the positive factors for corn farmers at the moment is the continuing good demand. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA this month continues to raise the level of projected record world wheat production, but which nations are major contributors to the latest forecast? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses a forecasted month-over-month increase in exports in USDA's December domestic corn supply and demand estimate. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski provides details from both the domestic and global soybean supply and demand estimates for this month. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will conduct the 2025 Organic Survey. In early December, NASS will mail survey codes to respondents with an invitation to reply online. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Stranz, Vice President of Advocacy for the National Farmers Union, discusses the challenges of hiring farm labor. 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.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a mix of temperature ranges and precipitation possibilities are in the nationwide weather forecast for the period of December 16 - 22. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This NDSU Ag Minute features Carlos Pires, NDSU Extension Soil Health Specialist. Pires has some soil management advice for producers as well details on a dirt workshop taking place January 14 and 15th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to Statistics Canada data, 2025 Canadian sunflower seed production is estimated at 69,128 metric tons, which is up 36% from 2024. National Sunflower Association See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The November Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer had an interesting question about financial assistance for farmers and what they would do with the funds to help their operations. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The December World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates Report shows this month’s 2025-2026 U.S. corn outlook is for greater exports and lower ending stocks. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce provides some of the information producers should know about the recently announced Farmer Bridge Assistance program. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the success of its 40th music anniversary and food festival in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Farm Aid said it’s distributing over $1.3 million in grant funding this year to support family farmers. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal truck weight limit hasn’t been updated since the 1980s and remains capped at 80,000 pounds. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to rethink the farm safety net. That’s the conclusion of Mike Stranz, vice president of advocacy for the National Farmers Union. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Watne, North Dakota Farmers Union President, has the highlights of the upcoming 99th annual state convention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori Stevermer, past president of the National Pork Producers Council, said the Farm Bill was a big topic of discussion during her year in the office. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Harvey, executive director of the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance, said the upcoming review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement was a big focus of discussions during a recent trip to Washington D.C. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Halstrom, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, says everyone is feeling the pinch, with some worse than others, but the meat industry is hanging on. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a dividing line for temperatures and a mix of precipitation possibilities are in the forecast for the period of December 9 - 15. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.