Minnesota Cattlemen’s hopeful tariffs break down barriers for U.S. beef

The Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association hopes tariffs imposed by the Trump administration will result in greater access for U.S. beef exports. Executive director Kaitlyn Root says there are trade barriers that inhibit global business. “Some examples, Australia has sold roughly $29 billion in beef to American consumers in the past 20 years. Meanwhile, (the U.S.)…… Continue Reading

Cash dairy prices steady-to-higher Tuesday

Cash dairy prices were steady-to-higher Tuesday on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.    Dry whey was unchanged at $0.4775. No sales were recorded.  Forty-pound cheese blocks were unchanged at $1.7750.  Eleven sales were recorded, ranging from $1.74 to $1.7750.  Cheese barrels were up $0.0025 at $1.81.  Eleven sales were recorded, ranging from $1.7825 to $1.80.  Butter was up…… Continue Reading

Weeds coming on as Midwest fields warm up

Weeds are taking advantage of more spring-like weather across the Midwest. Central Iowa farmer Corey Hillebo says he first noticed some broadleaf weeds during a warmup in March. “Especially around the edges, around some tile intakes, things of that nature. We are strip-till, so we are conscious of that and making sure we get the…… Continue Reading

Indiana farmer focused on safety this planting season

A north central Indiana farmer says he’s keeping safety in mind this planting season. Dave Schrock says farmers should to take time to plan ahead to prevent accidents. “We go over safety on and off the road, in the field, around the chemistries,” he says. “Just in general, we make sure that every operator here…… Continue Reading

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