Growing Harvest Ag Network

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about heavy rains of the past week and how it is affecting areas of the western corn and soybean belts.

USDA Radio Newsline

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A new comparison of farmer sentiment in the United States and Argentina finds producers facing many of the same challenges, including high input costs. But the outlook for the future looks very different depending on where farmers are farming. 

NAFB News Service

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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over the range of temperatures across the country for the period of September 29 - October 5.

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This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. North Dakota Corn Growers Association member and Oakes farmer Steve Hansen visits with us about his recent trip to Washington D.C. 

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USDA is beginning the largest expansion of commodity program base acres in more than two decades. The addition of 30 million acres eligible for Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage is expected to increase support for farmers nationwide.

NAFB News Service

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The Senate Ag Committee approved its version of the farm bill on a 12-11 party line vote. Brian Glenn, director of government relations for the American Farm Bureau, said it’s a big step forward in the push for a new farm bill.

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Taking steps to assure farm safety today builds for future safety on the operation - the message behind this year's National Farm Safety and Health Week. Rod Bain has the story.

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Online tools and calculators are available for producers considering their enrollment and election options in this year's Agriculture Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage sign-up. Rod Bain with USDA has the story.

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World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski goes over USDA's September beef production and steer price forecasts for next year.

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Walcott, ND grower Matt Swenson says he had some sclerotinia, but no insect issues this year. Weather in his area has been hot and dry. He says his sunflowers will be below average. He hopes to start harvesting the end of the month.

National Sunflower Association

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