An economist says it is encouraging that despite ongoing political tensions, China has remained an active buyer of U.S. soybeans. With Brazilian supplies running out, China will have to keep coming to the U.S.
Read moreThis year, the Association has introduced no-risk registration by offering complete refunds until Oct. 26. The hotel requires 72-hour notice.
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The Association is reviewing bylaws related to the meeting as part of developing contingency plans if the Association or the hotel decide the convention cannot be held in a fashion that is safe and meets attendees expectations.
Read moreCNH Industrial confirmed that a number of its offices in Europe have been visited by investigators after a request by German magistrates and that it was cooperating fully with authorities.
Read more“We’re going to have what may be the most extensive field demonstration program we’ve ever conducted with corn harvest, tillage, hay and cattle equipment,” says Matt Jungmann, events manager, Farm Progress.
Read morePeople in at least seven states have reported receiving packets of seeds in the past few days that are believed to be invasive species from China. If planted, the seeds pose a risk to crops and livestock.
Read more“At one point in late April, more than half of the ethanol industry’s production capacity was shut down,” said RFA CEO Geoff Cooper. “The idling of dozens of ethanol plants reverberated throughout rural America and sent ripple impacts across the farm economy.”
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Hog farmers are seeking congressional action to keep the industry afloat amid the “largest economic hit” it has seen in 30 years.
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Read the remarkable story of Bushel Plus in the next issue of the Association magazine. The young company found its way forward while its founder endured a nine-month recovery from a car accident an entire continent away.
Read moreDeere, Case and New Holland have save said they will not exhibit at the show in West Fargo, N.D.
Read moreFarm Progress announces virtual event that promises “the most extensive field demonstration program we’ve ever conducted …”
Read moreThe farm equipment sales index, while still weak, also made gains.
Read moreWEST FARGO – The Red River Valley Fair Association and Big Iron Farm Show Committee announced today that the 40th anniversary
Read moreOhio State University’s Farm Science Review, scheduled for Sept. 22 to Sept. 24, will not be held in-person. Virtual only show planned.
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The Association has put together a speaker lineup that we hope will give attendees a bit of a firmer grasp on navigating business post-COVID-19.
Read moreOther factors that prevented greater gains in the bottom included implementing an OEM product line and rewarding employees for their service during the pandemic.
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Iowa, Nebraska and Wisconsin have collected one-fourth of USDA’s corona-virus relief payments. California has the largest average payment.
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The Supreme Court declined to take up a case challenging 25 percent tariffs on imported steel products. They will remain in effect.
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More than 229,000 manufacturing companies received loans, which represented 10.36 percent of the total distributed as of June 30.
Read moreAs of July 1, about 63 percent of the targeted $1.2 billion in food boxes had been delivered.
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Purdue ag economist James Mintert reviews the results from the June 2020 Ag Economy Barometer survey, a nationwide monthly survey
Read moreThe US Treasury is giving a $700 million loan to YRC Worldwide, a troubled trucking company that warned in May it was in danger of going out of business.
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Members who responded to an informal poll about getting their sales team back on the road seemed to focus on July as a potentially significant step toward normal.
Read moreThe situation is fluid, to say the least, but 11 farm shows plan to host in-person events from September through December.
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Solem was president of the Association from 1978 to 1979.
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A federal court had upheld EPA’s decision to allow dicamba’s use through July 31.
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Chinese buying made up roughly 56 percent of all new soybean export sales in the past month. By comparison, Chinese buying made up only 27 percent of U.S. soybean export sales in 2020 through May.
Read moreST. CHARLES, ILL. (June 29, 2020) — For more than 65 years, farmers have turned to the Farm Progress Show and
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Join a conversation about how member companies are approaching getting their sales forces back on the road.
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Paul Tonnesen succeeds Josh Collins, who had been CEO since 2009. Also departing from Blount is President and Chief Operating Officer David Willmott.
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Brandt borrowed his dad’s tractor to begin his business when he was 27. He most recently served as a consultant and a member of the Board of Directors.
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The USDA and Food and Drug Administration said the government could use the Defense Production Act to keep fruit and vegetable lines moving.
Read moreThe government will send a record $32.8 billion in direct payments to farmers this year, but the economic slowdown triggered by the coronavirus still will pull down farm income by 3 percent.
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USDA’s latest crop progress report shows corn plantings nearly finished, with soybeans taking another moderate step forward. Now the focus shifts more to crop quality.
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The no-cost session will cover assessing your finances, managing cash flow, working with lenders, and building financial strength amid uncertainty.
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The Association is seeking nominees to stand for election to the Board of Directors. Nominees should serve in leadership positions and have a history of engagement in the Association and the farm equipment industry.
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The pandemic provided new opportunities to cyber attackers, and manufacturing was hit hard.
Read moreGlen Albert Brandt, founder of BRANDT, Inc., passed away peacefully at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, IL early Sunday morning. He was 94.
Read more2020 World Dairy Expo® has been cancelled due to public health orders and restrictions related to COVID-19, in place and issued by Public Health Madison & Dane County.
Read moreSecretary Perdue Statement on Ninth Circuit Dicamba Decision (Washington, D.C., June 4, 2020) –U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today
Read moreBlount International appoints Paul Tonnesen CEO effective immediately. Mr. Tonnesen succeeds Josh Collins. Blount’s Pres & COO, David Willmott, will also be leaving the Company.
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The SBA may review any PPP loan for eligibility, accuracy of the loan amount, the borrower’s use of funds, and accuracy of the forgiveness calculation. Check out these stipulations for forgiveness.
Read moreThe loss of potentially $1 billion in net income is a microcosm of how the pandemic is impacting the agriculture supply chain and farmers.
Read moreMore than one in five manufacturers adapted operations to produce personal protective equipment; 67 percent re-engineered processes to elevate health safety measures.
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Nominees should serve in leadership positions in their organizations and have demonstrated a history of engagement in Association work and the farm equipment industry.
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The Ag Economy Barometer suggests farmers felt less cautious about big expenses in April than they did in May. The survey overall shows subtle improvements.
Read moreThe former CEO of Weasler died in March.
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The standard specifies safety requirements for the design and construction of agricultural front-end loaders to be mounted on tractors.
Read moreBuyers are looking for well-maintained equipment. The company saw a sharp rise in sales of well-cared-for tractors that are 15 years old or older.
Read moreAgriculture & Turf sales down 18% from same quarter last year Forecast to decline 10 to 15 percent for fiscal
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