Minnesota soybean harvest faces rain delays and disease watch
Minnesota soybean harvest is nearing in the southeast, but rain and disease concerns could slow progress, according to University of Minnesota experts.
Summer sun boosts U.S. sugarbeet crop ahead of harvest
The U.S. sugarbeet crop is thriving ahead of pre-pile harvest, with many fields showing above-average quality despite drought and price concerns.
RANCH Act would open 20M acres to U.S. cattle grazing
Bipartisan legislation known as the RANCH Act would convert marginal cropland to grasslands for grazing, potentially opening 20 million acres to U.S. cattle producers.
Search warrant details Hopkins daycare killings and suicide
A search warrant outlines the Hopkins daycare killings, naming Nathan Brown as the suspect in the deaths of his wife and daughter before his suicide.
Minnesota primary turnout tops 1 million as fall races set
Minnesota’s primaries drew more than 1 million voters, shaping U.S. Senate and governor contests as both parties respond to concerns over fraud, immigration and oversight.
Minnesota Farmfest highlights USDA visit and crop outlook
Minnesota Farmfest features USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins’ first visit to the state, regional wheat and soybean updates, and soybean oil’s role in roofing shingles.
Minnesota Farmfest forum spotlights clash over tariffs, USDA
At the Minnesota Farmfest forum, Rep. Michelle Fischbach and challenger Erik Osberg sparred over tariffs, trade deals, and USDA reorganization, while agreeing farmers need stability.
Farmfest Woman Farmer of the Year finalist Q&A: Christina Traeger
Farmfest Woman Farmer of the Year finalist Christina Traeger of Avon, Minnesota, discusses her cattle operation, goals, and advice for newcomers.
Holstein Foundation scholarships honor three dairy students
Holstein Foundation scholarships recognize Madison Mowrer, Alexis Hoefs, and Brianna Meyer for leadership and commitment to the dairy industry.