Crops Articles
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,…Canola Minute
Published May 12, 2023
In this week's Canola Minute, Northern Canola Growers Association board member Mike Brekhus talks about planting progress on his farm. This update is sponsored by the Northern Canola Growers Association.Wasps: A Friend to Soybeans?
Published May 12, 2023
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have discovered a new species of parasitic wasps that could prove effective against soybean gall midge. Researchers found there was no information on this wasp in any scientific record, and findings suggest this new-to-science…Nutrien May Cut Potash Supplies
Published May 12, 2023
Canada Nutrien’s CEO Mayo Schmidt says the company may consider further slowing its expansion of potash capacity after low prices and sale volumes. Potash prices have been volatile since the start of the Russian, Ukraine war.Sugarbeet Report
Published May 11, 2023
North Dakota State University and University of Minnesota Extension Sugarbeet Specialist Tom Peters has tips for cover crop success. Hear more in the Sugarbeet Report, presented by Syngenta, Amity Technology, H&S Manufacturing, SESVanderHave and Bayer CropScience.MN Wheat Minute
Published May 11, 2023
Tractors are rolling with planting in full swing. Hear more from Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers CEO Charlie Vogel in the latest Minnesota Wheat Minute.Corn Matters
Published May 11, 2023
Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council board member Chad Willis talks about the progression of international markets. Hear more in the latest Corn Matters.Waterhemp Control
Published May 11, 2023
Weeds, like waterhemp, are emerging with the warmer weather. University of Minnesota Extension Weed Control Specialist Dr. Debalin Sarangi says sprayers should follow quickly after planters. "We are rushing with planting, but weeds are also rushing to come out. Pre-emergence…