Ryan Mackenthun News Today

When we last heard from Ryan Mackenthun in 1994, as an FFA and 4-H kid at the Minnesota State Fair, the then-18-year-old was confident farming was in his future.

Producers sees bigger needs as farms grow, and market and geopolitical volatility become the norm, according to attendees at a farm bill listening session in Willmar.

Producers sees bigger needs as farms grow, and market and geopolitical volatility become the norm, according to attendees at a farm bill listening session held in Willmar with staff members of U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar.

Producers sees bigger needs as farms grow, and market and geopolitical volatility become the norm, according to attendees at a farm bill listening session in Willmar.

Lake Benton farmer Bob Worth returns to chair MSGA.

Bob Worth returns as MSGA President

The dividing line appears to be right through the middle of the state, with the northern half enduring lower yields because of the lack of rain in the heart of summer.

Times Report After two years as vice president, Mike Skaug was named president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Monday during the nonpartisan’s organization first in-person board meeting in more than a year. “I’m humbled and honored my fellow directors have put their confidence in me to lead this storied organization,” said Skaug, who’s helped lead MSGA’s advocacy strategizing in St. Paul. “I’m eager to hit the ground running to advocate for our members and promote p...