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President’s Message

Jul 7, 2026

By Paul Olson I read an internet rant in April about today’s farm prices compared to our costs. The ranter said that 46 years ago, Jimmy Carter slapped a grain embargo against our best customer at that time, the USSR. In 1980, corn was $3.49, but today it is $4.30....

Dairy Marketing Signals

Jul 7, 2026

Crosby Focuses On Moving Division Forward By Tom Crosby With the retirement of long-time Dairy Director Brad Rach, President Paul Olson has named me as the Acting National Dairy Director. I am enthusiastic about my new role, because it presents an opportunity to...

Cattle Market Signals

Jul 7, 2026

Daily Livestock Trading Limits Increase, NWS Screws With Markets By Jeff Rose The CME increased daily limits on Live Cattle and Feeder Cattle futures on June 1. For live cattle, the new initial limit will be $8.50/cwt., up $1.25. The new expanded limit for live cattle...

Grain Market Signals

Jul 7, 2026

Schulist Reviews Organic Grain Market Conditions By Mike Schulist Organic grain markets are currently holding steady. Demand for organic corn and soybeans has increased with the growth of organic poultry production. Supplies remain tight, and demand continues to stay...

Diversifying For Success

May 7, 2026

Diversifying For Success By Denice Rackley Leaving Germany during a difficult time, the Zwebers came to America hoping this new land would hold opportunities. After some time spent on the plains, in 1906 Tim Zweber’s grandfather purchased land in Elko, Minnesota. The...

Convene ’26 Lookback

May 6, 2026

Paul Olson At National Farmers Convene ‘26 in the Quad Cities March 17, President Paul Olson welcomed attending members and those viewing the organization’s livestream on Facebook and at nationalfarmers.com and said that he joined the organization 57 years ago during...