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Sarah Heinrich is both a rancher and a broadcaster for The Ag News Leader, KFGO & the Growing Harvest Ag Network. She’s the former KX-TV, Bismarck, Ag Director and the niece of another legendary North Dakota Ag Director, Al Gustin. She leads the KFGO 790-AM team as Farm & Ranch Director. Also part of the team is Farm and Ranch Reporter Sam Halstengard.

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Yesterday · 2 min
Afternoon Ag News, October 12, 2206: A closer look at USDA's production forecasts
Three major row crops had production forecasts adjusted higher Friday by USDA, but by what amount, and what might it mean regarding potential record crops? Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yesterday · 2 min
Mid-morning Ag News, October 12, 2026: ARC and PLC payments expected to reach nearly $14 billion for the 2025 crop year
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says farmers will get about $13.8 billion in Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage – ARC and PLC – payments for the 2025 crop year. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yesterday · 3 min
Morning Ag News, October 12, 2026: Farmer sentiment fell in September
Farmer sentiment took a significant step backward in September on the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sunday · 33 min
AGRI-BIZ October 11, 2026: Trump greenlights red-dye diesel, Grand Farm Phase II, cattle ultrasound season, sugarbeet harvest obstacles
Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share the week's top stories in agriculture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday · 2 min
Afternoon Ag News, October 9, 2026: Details on the latest USDA Dairy Margin Coverage risk management offering
Dairy producers now have until December 18th to enroll in the latest USDA Dairy Margin Coverage risk management offering. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday · 5 min
NDSU Ag Minute: Helping ranchers sort through their breeding records
This NDSU Ag Minute features Lacey Quail, NDSU Extension Livestock Management Specialist. Quail offers some advice to ranchers who are sorting through their ultrasound and preg checking results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday · 2 min
Mid-morning Ag News, October 9, 2026: A look at the nation's cattle inventory compared to a year ago
The nation's cattle inventory in feedlots remains larger than a year ago, but a closer look at the latest USDA data shows supplies outside those feedlots continue to tighten. USDA livestock analyst Anthony Fischer has more. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday · 2 min
Morning Ag News, October 9, 2026: Soybean yields vary across the region
North Dakota Corn Growers Association Board Member Tyler Qual farms near Lisbon and provides a harvest update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday · 2 min
Afternoon Ag News, October 8, 2026: Family farms continue to dominate U.S. agriculture
Family farms continue to dominate U.S. agriculture, accounting for about 97 percent of all farms in 2024, according to USDA data. Small family farms, those with gross cash farm income below $350,000, made up about 86 percent of all farms. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday · 4 min
Farm Talk: The push for year-round E-15 continues
This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Tyler Qual farms in the Lisbon area. Qual discusses harvest progress in southeastern North Dakota, as well as the continued push for year-round E15. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday · 2 min
Mid-morning Ag News, October 8, 2026: Fuel prices are hitting farmers hard this harvest season
As farmers head into the fields for harvest, they are getting hit hard at the fuel pump. Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, has calculated what an average farm operation might be paying this year over last. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday · 3 min
Morning Ag News, October 8, 2026: Farmers are keeping a close eye on propane supplies
As harvest gets underway across much of the Corn Belt, propane suppliers are keeping a close eye on crop conditions and weather forecasts. Despite the potential for heavy grain drying demand in some areas, industry leaders say propane supplies remain strong and preparations are already underway to meet farmers' needs. Michael Newland, director of Agriculture Business Development at the Propane Education & Research Council, explains. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday · 2 min
Afternoon Ag News, October 7, 2026: Food safety efforts focus on meat production and market access
Under Secretary for Food Safety Mindy Brashears discusses USDA food safety efforts connected to recent Presidential Executive Orders to boost meat production and market access. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday · 2 min
Mid-morning Ag News, October 7, 2026: It's Co-op Month!
October is National Cooperative Month . This year's theme for National Cooperative Month focuses on the long serving cooperative business model in our nation and its rural areas, and how they are designed for long-term service to their communities. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday · 2 min
Morning Ag News, October 7, 2026: Trade continues to influence markets
Trade remains one of the biggest influences on grain markets, but shifting global supply patterns and rising production costs are also shaping the outlook for farmers. Garrett Toay, owner of AgTraderTalk, says trade is the top factor he's watching, while input costs remain a key concern for producers. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 6 · 2 min
Afternoon Ag News, October 6, 2026: The dairy checkoff makes food safety a top priority
When food safety issues make the news headlines, consumers take notice. Consumer confidence in an entire category can suffer, and that’s why the dairy checkoff makes food safety a big priority. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 6 · 2 min
Mid-morning Ag News, October 6, 2026: Rising input costs cause concern in the beef industry
Cattle prices continue to be the bright spot in agriculture, but that doesn’t mean ranchers can let their guard down when it comes to costs. Nebraska Extension Livestock System Educator Brock Ortner says there are several ways cattlemen can keep their operations lean. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 6 · 3 min
Morning Ag News, October 6, 2026: The debate continues regarding foreign ownership of U.S. farmland
As policymakers debate foreign ownership of U.S. farmland, questions remain about how much risk those foreign holdings actually pose. NAFB News Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 5 · 2 min
Afternoon Ag News, October 5, 2026: A reminder for farmers to stay safe this harvest season
Staying safe on the farm should always be top priority, but when things get busy during the harvest season it’s even more important that producers take the time to slow down and use caution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 5 · 2 min
Mid-morning Ag News, October 5, 2026: Tips for saving money on meals
Advanced planning can help home cooks make meals throughout the week versus takeout or eating out. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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