Crops Articles
UPL Ask the Expert: Soil Health
Published May 15, 2023
In the latest UPL Ask the Expert series, University of Minnesota Soil, Water, and Climate Department Head Dr. Carl Rosen discusses the importance of soil health to potato production. Click here to hear the entire interview.Drought Condition Changes
Published May 14, 2023
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says drought over the past week has increased the percentage of topsoils that are short of moisture across the country. “New Mexico leads the nation, 74 percent very short to short with Kansas close behind at…Too Early to Change Plans
Published May 14, 2023
In North Dakota State University’s weekly crop and pest report, Extension Agronomist Hans Kandel outlined potential issues with delayed planting in pulse crops and canola. Later planting dates could mean less yield. “The later we plant, the more likely it…Pioneer Agronomy Update: Rothsay, MN
Published May 14, 2023
The Pioneer Agronomy Update originated in the Rothsay, Minnesota area Wednesday. "This was planted May 4 so we just started seeing germination on the corn," said Kevin Sinner, field agronomist, Pioneer. "The corn that went in early, some were concerned…Corteva Agriscience Announces Bexoveld Brand
Published May 14, 2023
In announcing its innovation pipeline, Corteva Agriscience revealed Bexoveld as the brand name for its newest herbicide for cereal grains. Pending regulatory approval, Bexoveld will be launched in 2028 in North America. This new proprietary molecule provides control of broadleaf…Bullish Report for Wheat, Bearish for Corn, Soybeans
Published May 14, 2023
In the USDA supply/demand report, wheat ending stocks totaled 556 million bushels, down 42 million bushels from last year. The wheat stocks are at the lowest level in 15 years. Corn ending stocks totaled 2.2 billion bushels, up 805 million…Ahead of Last Year
Published May 12, 2023
Despite repeated weather-related delays, University of Minnesota Extension Agronomist Seth Naeve says planting progress is still ahead of last year throughout the Red River Valley. “I feel really good about where we’re at. We’re definitely getting soybeans in along with…Getting the Most From Your Urea Application
Published May 12, 2023
Without rain, urea application can be subject to ammonia dispersion after a few days. NDSU Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen has some tips for urea application. "It's important to use a proper urea inhibitor, unless it's put down at least…Staying Ahead of Problem Weeds
Published May 12, 2023
Staying ahead of weed control can be a challenge. University of Minnesota Extension Weed Scientist Dr. Debalin Sarangi says in a U of M Field Crop IPM podcast that while there is a rush to get crops in the ground,…