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Highmore cattleman elected to American Simmental board

Highmore cattleman elected to American Simmental board

  • Katelyn Winberg

Chris Effling grew up on a cattle operation in eastern South Dakota where the rhythms of calving season, pasture checks and summer weighing routines weren’t just chores, they were life.

Helping wildfire victims, the Nebraska way

Helping wildfire victims, the Nebraska way

  • Dixi Wellman

Multiple wildfires, including the largest in state history, have burned 700,000 acres and are still going. Just for reference, the L.A. wildfires burned 57,529 acres.

Canola market continues to push higher in March

Canola market continues to push higher in March

  • By BARRY COLEMAN, Northern Canola Growers Association

Oilseed markets continued to charge higher as of March 11 due to expectations that government biofuel policy will be favorable for agricultural feedstocks and rising petroleum prices. Market analysts seem to agree that the risk of volatility is extremely high in the agricultural markets with…

Historic snow destroys hog barn

Historic snow destroys hog barn

  • Sarah Pfaff-Cavadini For Agri-View

TAYLOR, Wis. – Steve Okonek was on his way to his hog barn early in the morning March 15, which is located near Taylor. And then he noticed from a distance that the roof was gone.

Farmers get ready to return to Owatonna for a show that keeps evolving

Farmers get ready to return to Owatonna for a show that keeps evolving

  • Katelyn Winberg

For 24 years, the North American Farm & Power Show has been one of those early-season markers that remind farmers it’s almost time to get moving again.

First South Dakotan named chairman of U.S. Soybean Export Council

First South Dakotan named chairman of U.S. Soybean Export Council

  • Katelyn Winberg

South Dakota farmer Mike McCranie has been elected chairman of the U.S. Soybean Export Council board of directors, becoming the first South Dakotan to lead the international marketing organization.

Iran conflict causes volatility for soybeans, others

Iran conflict causes volatility for soybeans, others

  • Mark Conlon

There was a brief period after the start of the war with Iran when soybean prices rose quickly but soon dissipated, causing a lot of uncertainty and volatility in the soybean market as well as in other commodity markets.

Dive into barometer numbers

Dive into barometer numbers

  • Michael Langemeier and Joana Colussi Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture

U.S. livestock producers have benefited from stronger market conditions but crop producers continue to face tighter margins. Results from the February 2026 Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer survey provide insight into how those differences are influencing producer sentiment, g…

Capitol halls and field rows: On-the-job similarities

Capitol halls and field rows: On-the-job similarities

  • Terry Woster

Terry Woster reflects: "It occurred to me the other day that being a legislative reporter is kind of like being a kid working on the farm."

Durum continuing forward in a flat price environment

Durum continuing forward in a flat price environment

  • Mark Conlon

While the U.S. and Israeli war with Iran has caused some disruptions in a number of commodity markets, sparking a bit of a price rally, durum’s uniqueness has caused the market to miss out on the rally.

Barn Boards and Baling Wire

Barn Boards and Baling Wire

  • John Sumwalt For Agri-View

I’ll tell my favorite parade story this coming Sunday, Palm Sunday, March 29, when I gather with the folks at Trinity United Methodist Church in Montello, Wisconsin.

Missouri cowgirl bakes to fund her trick-riding ambitions

Missouri cowgirl bakes to fund her trick-riding ambitions

  • By Laura Handke, For Missouri Farmer Today

In January, the Mark and Rebecca Smajstrla family loaded their livestock, their four daughters and their sense of adventure to make the trek north from Texas in an ice storm the state calls “historic.” Their new home in Weston, Missouri, was calling.

Sunflower crop insurance prices up 22 percent in 2026

Sunflower crop insurance prices up 22 percent in 2026

  • Mark Conlon

Earlier this month, the sunflower market and producers got the newly calculated crop insurance prices for spring crops, including sunflower, and is now anticipating the Prospective Plantings report on March 31 to get more direction.

An Outdoorsman’s Journal

An Outdoorsman’s Journal

  • Mark Walters For Agri-View

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Variety of fencing meets needs on the farm

Variety of fencing meets needs on the farm

  • Tim Kenyon

More comfortable temperatures lately make for opportune conditions to prepare for 2026 fencing needs.

Finding her niche on family farm: Newman Grove farm wife builds pork business

Finding her niche on family farm: Newman Grove farm wife builds pork business

  • Kristen Sindelar

When Kara Philips Wondercheck married her husband Nolan, she knew that also meant saying “‘til death do us part” to his family’s four-generation farming operation near Newman Grove, Nebraska.

Spring wheat market seeing upward price movement

Spring wheat market seeing upward price movement

  • Mark Conlon

The “conflict” between the U.S. and Israeli forces against Iran has caused some uncertainty and volatility with some grain commodities, including spring wheat, which led to a bounce in prices toward the middle part of March before selling off from the peak.

'We need more first-generation farmers'

'We need more first-generation farmers'

  • Jason Maloney For Agri-View

BAYFIELD, Wis. – We often hear stories of adventurers in earlier times who overcame overwhelming odds to accomplish amazing things. Their success was greatly due to the indomitable spirit each possessed that kept them going through the toughest challenges. They answered a higher calling. Lea…

Middle East situation a cause of concern for corn

Middle East situation a cause of concern for corn

  • Mark Conlon

Since the start of the “conflict” between the U.S. and Israeli forces against Iran began, there has been some uncertainty and volatility with some grain commodities, including corn, because of rising fuel and fertilizer costs.

Central Plains Dairy Expo returns with energy, full halls, and a growing faith event

Central Plains Dairy Expo returns with energy, full halls, and a growing faith event

  • Katelyn Winberg

The Central Plains Dairy Expo will return to the Sioux Falls Convention Center on March17-19, marking its 25th anniversary with expanded programming, new family-friendly spaces, and a renewed focus on innovation across the dairy industry.

Short corn offers risk, timing alternative

Short corn offers risk, timing alternative

  • Crystal Reed

With an increase in severe storms and high winds, row crop farmers are looking for new ways to work with Mother Nature.

Ag group rolls out student resources

Ag group rolls out student resources

  • Tim Kenyon

Hundreds of Iowa students will continue to get hands-on opportunities to bone up on agricultural knowledge thanks to the Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation.

Bulls look for new homes

Bulls look for new homes

  • Sarah Pfaff-Cavadini For Agri-View

PLATTEVILLE, Wis. – Allan Arndt has a herd of 50 beef cows on his farm near Janesville, Wisconsin. He also has a business partnership with his brother David Arndt and their mother, Donna Arndt, called Arndt Farms where they have a herd of 80 cows. He’s the current president of the Wisconsin …

Agtegra Cooperative to build feed mill in Faulkton, S.D.

Agtegra Cooperative to build feed mill in Faulkton, S.D.

    Agtegra Cooperative announced today plans to construct a feed mill in Faulkton, South Dakota. The 100,000-ton facility will prioritize biosecurity and produce complete grind-mix bulk feed, primarily for swine and poultry farms in South Dakota, according to a news release.

    Specialist breaks down changes in EPA dicamba label for farmers/applicators

    Specialist breaks down changes in EPA dicamba label for farmers/applicators

    • Sue Roesler

    The EPA recently re-approved dicamba for over-the-top herbicide use after planting dicamba-tolerant soybeans. The new label will be a test for two growing seasons, 2026-27, according to Madeleine Smith, NDSU Extension pesticide specialist.

    Bringing the farm to town: Farm Life Creamery opens in Mitchell, S.D.

    Bringing the farm to town: Farm Life Creamery opens in Mitchell, S.D.

    • Katelyn Winberg

    “Even though we’re only 10 miles out of Mitchell, not everyone is going to drive to the farm. This shop lets us bring the farm to town and invite people to visit us in Ethan.”

    With spring, focus turns to fencing, equipment maintenance

    With spring, focus turns to fencing, equipment maintenance

    • Janelle Atyeo

    Ahead of planting season at his south central Nebraska farm, Jordan Uldrich was tackling some maintenance and fencing projects.

    Rising prices from conflict could influence acres

    Rising prices from conflict could influence acres

    • Tim Kenyon

    Grain markets are aiming for better results as they adjust to continued military action in the Middle East.

    Understand economics of soy, sulfur

    Understand economics of soy, sulfur

    • Darby Danzl Illinois Soybean Association

    Sulfur has officially joined the conversation when producers are discussing which macronutrients need to be applied to corn and soybean acres to meet plant demand and support optimal growth. Historically, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium were the only nutrients required in quantities large…

    What a trip: Winter stock tank sailing for a cause

    What a trip: Winter stock tank sailing for a cause

    • Jaclyn Wilson

    There’s not much more that screams mental health day than five women, some dressed up in Goodwill rejects, getting into a metal stock tank in below freezing temperatures to head down the river in their hippy van stock tank with peace banners flying and Bob Marley playing.

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    Highmore cattleman elected to American Simmental board

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    Helping wildfire victims, the Nebraska way

    Effertz Key Ranch 48th Annual Bull Sale

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    Mar 3, 2026: Gulf Moisture | Multi-Day Severe | East Based El Niño | Late March Pattern Shift

    Mar 3, 2026: Gulf Moisture | Multi-Day Severe | East Based El Niño | Late March Pattern Shift

    Oil prices soar, stock markets fall amid US‑Israeli strikes on Iran

    Oil prices soar, stock markets fall amid US‑Israeli strikes on Iran

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    Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

    Update: Investigators recover plane cockpit voice, flight data recorders

    The crash between a regional jet and a military helicopter left 67 dead, including three students and six parents in Fairfax and multiple former students of Loudoun public schools.

    Gallery: Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC

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    Content by The Maschhoffs. Ken and Dave Maschhoff, fifth generation family farmers, help other family farmers be successful. 

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    How AgVenture helps soybean farmers prevent early season fungal diseases

    Content by AgVenture Inc. Phytophthora causes root and stem rot in seedlings and can potentially destroy large swaths of crops. Fortunately, one development in the industry has the potential to save soybean farmers from substantial crop loss.

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    Chief Agri and Blue River deliver state-of-the-art facility for Ag Valley Co-op in Jennings, Kansas

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    Crops

    Late-August heat takes bite out of beans

    Late-August heat takes bite out of beans

    Soybean yields better than expected after lack of rain

    Soybean yields better than expected after lack of rain

    Northwest harvest hits its stride as crops dry down

    Northwest harvest hits its stride as crops dry down

    West Central yields worse than flood year

    West Central yields worse than flood year

    Livestock

    GPS tracking ear tags cut time, labor

    GPS tracking ear tags cut time, labor

    Beef prices continue to increase with consumer demand

    Beef prices continue to increase with consumer demand

    Producers balance equipment, quality, yield for hay profit

    Producers balance equipment, quality, yield for hay profit

    Snapshot of Iowa feedlots shows regional range

    Snapshot of Iowa feedlots shows regional range

    Weather

    Enrollment opens for state climate program

    Enrollment opens for state climate program

    Special crop beds measure water use for drought study

    Special crop beds measure water use for drought study

    Skipping tillage arms soil for winter weather

    Skipping tillage arms soil for winter weather

    Harvest dryness increases caution around breakage in storage

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    Sports

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    Watch now: Renovations bring more club space, premium seating to Camp Randall Stadium

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    Dairy seminar focuses on cybersecurity

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    Biodiesel fuels farmers’ tractor pull power

    Biodiesel fuels farmers’ tractor pull power

    Mid-size combine sales remain strong

    Mid-size combine sales remain strong

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    Consumer signals move quickly in beef market

    No ‘rising tide’ for January crop markets

    No ‘rising tide’ for January crop markets

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    Report suggests cattle numbers may be growing

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