



Afternoon Ag News, September 23, 2026: What's next for the farm bill moving to the full Senate?
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. NAFB News Service

Mid-morning Ag News, September 23, 2026: It's National Farm Safety and Health Week
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. USDA Radio Newsline

Morning Ag News, September 23, 2026: Online resources are available to help you when choosing ARC or PLC
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. USDA Radio Newsline

Afternoon Ag News, September 22, 2026: Where will steer prices be in 2027?
World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski goes over USDA's September beef production and steer price forecasts for next year. USDA Radio Newsline

Mid-morning Ag News, September 22, 2026: Walcott sunflower grower expects to start harvesting next month
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

Morning Ag News, September 22, 2026: A look at USDA's latest meat outlook
What does USDA's latest meat outlook reveal regarding trends in production and prices? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline

Afternoon Ag News, September 21, 2026: What should a producer consider when switching from conventional to organic farming?
When making the switch from conventional farming to organic, overlooking the land lease agreement is done at both parties’ peril. Glennis McClure, Extension Farm and Ranch Analyst with the University of Nebraska, says there are many things to consider. NAFB News Service

Mid-morning Ag News, September 21, 2026: Farm safety should always be top of mind
Harvest is well underway in many parts of rural America. Dan Neenan, director of the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety, said whether it’s county roads, state highways, or freeways, motorists will see a lot of slow-moving farm equipment out there. NAFB News Service

Morning Ag News, September 21, 2026: What cover crops are farmers planting?
Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce provides examples of how growers utilize cover crops in their operation. USDA Radio Newsline

AGRI-BIZ September 20, 2026: KFGO audio review of the Big Iron Farm and Construction Show
Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's audio from the Big Iron Farm and Construction Show at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo.