Ag Hoping on a Trade Deal

On the eve of the two presidents meeting to talk trade, the soybean market was banking on some good news — especially with reports of three cargoes of beans sold to China. However, full confirmation remains uncertain
Fertilizer Institute Wants Policy to Strengthen Input Supplies

As farmers continue navigating a period of tight margins and volatile markets, The Fertilizer Institute is urging policymakers to focus on practical solutions. TFI president and CEO Corey Rosenbusch said the solutions need to strengthen U.S. agriculture,
Grains Quiet, Cattle Rallying at Midweek

Grain markets are quietly mixed at midday while cattle futures are rebounding on Wednesday. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the midweek trade action, China soybean buys and more in our Market
Corn Growers Detail Top Ways Congress and Administration Can Help This Year

The president of the National Corn Growers Association said today that Congress and the administration can support farmers through the ongoing difficult economic circumstances through a combination of market expansion and a bridge assistance program. “Opening new
North Dakota Supreme Court Seeking Lawyers for Rural Communities

(Bismarck, ND) — The North Dakota Supreme Court is seeking lawyers for the rural communities. The Rural Attorney Recruitment Program is offering financial incentives for lawyers willing to work with limited legal resources. Six counties currently have
Police Charges Minot Parents with Child Neglect

(Minot, ND) — Police charges Minot parents with child neglect. According to MPD, 29-year-old Natasha Ann Davis had an active warrant in Ward County for her arrest when police made contact with the couple at Radio City
North Dakota Committing $45M to Enhanced Oil Recovery Projects

(Bismarck, ND) — North Dakota officials are committing 45 million dollars to enhanced oil recovery. On Monday, the state industrial commission approved funding for six projects for some of North Dakota’s largest oil companies. Enhanced oil recovery
Report: China Buys Three U.S. Soybean Cargoes Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — Ahead of the meeting between President Trump and President Xi, reports are that China has made its first U.S. soybeans purchases of this marketing year. Reuters first reported, along with CNBC, that Chinese state-owned
License Of Bismarck Nurse Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Minor Is Deactivated

(Bismarck, ND) — A 27-year-old’s nursing license is being deactivated following accusations of sexually assaulting a juvenile patient. The North Dakota Board of Nursing said it opened an investigation into Lukas Turner’s license after learning about his
Bank Of North Dakota Planning Debt Refinancing Programing To Help Ag Producers

(Bismarck, ND) — The Bank of North Dakota is developing a disaster relief program to help agricultural producers in the state. As part of the program, local banks and credit unions across the state will work together