Market and Trade News

• China may start importing corn from Brazil, as part of a drive to reduce dependence on the US, more here.
• Drought is impacting winter wheat planting across the U.S. full story here. A deeper dive into Montana drought here.
• The USDA Small Grains Summary was down 3.62 MMT from the August estimate, more here.
• Ukraine October grain exports almost return to pre-war levels, more here.
• U.S Wheat Associate's weekly harvest report can be found here.
• Check out the latest grain bids online here.

Maryland Crop Progress/Condition

• Corn | 70% Harvested
• Wheat | 55% Planted

Student Leaders Prepare for the 95th National FFA Convention & Expo

FFA members and supporters from across the country will celebrate agriculture and agricultural education next week during the 95th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. More than 60,000 members are expected to participate in the event. General convention sessions will be aired live on RFD-TV and The Cowboy Channel. Learn more about the convention here.

National Wheat Yield Contest 2022 Winners

For 2022 the National Wheat Foundation had a record yield of 231.37 bushels per acre achieved in Idaho. Check out the contest winners and yield online here.

USDA Announced $1 Billion Debt Relief for 36,000 Farmers

The federal government announced a new program that will provide $1.3 billion in debt relief for about 36,000 farmers who have fallen behind on loan payments or face foreclosure. Check on the full article to read the breakdown here. 

Farmers Nationwide Send a Strong Message to EPA on Atrazine

More than 16,000 farmers and agricultural organizations representing corn, citrus, grain sorghum, sugar cane, and other crops recently united against EPA's proposed revision to its 2020 atrazine registration review decision, submitting comments calling for the agency to base decisions on credible scientific evidence. The next step is a Scientific Advisory Panel, which EPA has committed to convening the examine the science behind its proposed 3.4 ppb level of concern. Read the full press release here.

October Agronomy News

This month's news covers weeds, action plans, small grain disease, and nitrogen fertilizer prices. Find the agronomy news here.

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Apply for the 2023 4R Advocate Program

The 4R Advocate program recognizes agricultural retailers and their grower customers who are leading the way when it comes to implementing 4R Nutrient Stewardship on the farm. Nominations are now being accepted. Learn more and nominate someone today here.

DNMC Approves Emergency Order

The Delaware Nutrient Management Commission approved an emergency order during its October 4th meeting that will allow for a 180-day extension for properly staged poultry litter in Delaware crop fields, beginning on November 1st. Learn more about the order here. 

Efforts to Extend Shelf Life of Baked Goods

Expanding the window of time breads and cakes remain fresh, would help retailers, food distributors and bakers around the world broaden their customer bases and grow their businesses. Most of the USW's work on extending shelf life has been conducted in Southeast Asia with the hopes to provide feedback late next year or early 2024. More here.

Federal Reserve's Efforts to Temper Inflaton and Cool the Economy Will Continue

The Federal Reserve is finding it harder to cool the economy than almost anyone expected. While the rate increases have done little to cool spending and tamp down inflation, critics are increasing their calls for the Fed to stop raising rates. More here.

Craft Beverage Industry

These days, wineries, breweries, and distilleries are part of a thriving and growing beverage industry. Between 2016 and 2019, the number of breweries increased from 65 to 118. The industry continues to thrive during the pandemic, more here.

Montgomery County Land

At some point in the near future, the government of Montgomery County will release a report detailing the status of its transferable development rights system - a program that allows farmers to sell development rights on land in the country's prized agricultural reserve to builders who can use those rights to boost density in other parts of the still-growing county. Check it out here.

Delaware Maryland 4R Partner Meeting

Join the Delaware Maryland 4R Alliance for their annual partner meeting. Hear about the fertilizer market and ways to save money on nitrogen on November 4th. Register for free online here.

Maryland Farm Bureau Fall Webinar Series

In partnership with DE and PA Farm Bureau, enjoy a webinar every Wednesday at 7:00 PM starting October 5th and ending November 2nd. More information can be found online here.

Maryland Farm Bureau Convention

the 2022 Maryland Farm Bureau Annual Convention and Meeting of Delegates will be held December 3rd - 6th in Cambridge. Be sure to stop by the Maryland Grain Producers Booth! More here.

Commodity Classic

The 2023 Commodity Classic will be held March 9-11, 2023 in Orlando, Florida. Registration will be open in mid-November. Find the schedule of events and more information here.

Feed Your Future Scholarship

AgCareers.com is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a student pursuing a degree in an agriculture-related field or intend to have a career in agriculture. Applications are open now, until October 31, 2022. Learn more or apply here.

National Sorghum Foundation Scholarship 

Undergraduates working towards an agriculturally-related degree are eligible for the National Sorghum Scholarship due December 1st. Check it out here.

Maryland Grain Producers Scholarship 

The Maryland Grain Producers has three different scholarships this year. Applications are due January 31st. More information and eligibility requirements can be found here.

• Three $3,000 scholarships to MGPA members studying for a 2 or 4-year degree. 
• Two $2,000 scholarships to MGPA members studying for a 2 or 4-year degree. 
• Two $1,000 scholarships for non-GMPA members studying agriculture in a 2 or 4-year program. 

National Corn Growers Association Scholarship

NCGA is proud to support three scholarship programs for three distinct audiences. Technical School/Community College, Academic Excellence, and Graduate Students. Applications are currently open and due January 31st. Learn more online here.