Planting Nears

Warmer weather is setting the stage for a strong start to planting. Peterson Farms Seed Lead Agronomist Rick Swenson said some farmers may begin fieldwork as early as this week, particularly for sugarbeets and wheat. Corn planting is expected to pick up after Easter. Swenson advised growers to watch for early weed pressure, especially with cool soil temperatures and the presence of resistant species. “Keep an eye on those weeds that are emerging early and try to get them controlled early.”