Brad Thykeson Appointed USDA FSA Director for North Dakota
(ND Ag Connection) – By Scout Nelson Brad Thykeson has been appointed as the new State Executive Director (SED) for the United States Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) in North Dakota. This appointment was announced
U.S. Tractor and Combine Sales Continue Dropping in May
(NAFB.com) – According to recent data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, U.S. sales of combines and tractors dropped in all categories during May. Total agricultural tractor sales were down 12 percent and combine sales were 21
Vaden Confirmed as Deputy USDA Secretary
(NAFB.com) – “Several key agriculture groups in the U.S. congratulated Stephen Vaden on his confirmation as USDA Deputy Secretary. “His experience and demonstrated leadership within USDA and commitment to U.S. agriculture make him well-qualified to serve in
Dairy Farmers Approve New Trade Initiative
(NAFB.com) – Dairy farmers from around the nation approved a new initiative to boost dairy exports and welcomed a new cooperative member, as well as new farmer-leaders as the National Milk Producers Federations’ Board of Directors meeting
Mick Kjar Weather Forecast
TODAY: High percentage chances of rain, especially southeast North Dakota and central Minnesota. Highs 70-75. East winds gusting to as high as 30. Some areas could see an inch of rain in southeast North Dakota. TONIGHT: Showers, maybe