Crops Articles
Communication Between the Farmer and Retailer is Critical
Published September 19, 2022
Due to supply chain problems and product shortages, farmers are making crop input decisions earlier than ever. CHS General Manager Jason Edwards said ag retailers want to know the farmers’ plan as soon as possible. "Even if you're not ready…Good News, Bad News
Published September 18, 2022
Despite a very late start to the planting season, most of the corn across the Northern Plains will likely reach full maturity. "The bad news is I don't know if we'll have a lot of drying time behind that to…Precision Agriculture Extends Beyond Corn and Beans
Published September 17, 2022
Planter performance affects the productivity of the farm. That philosophy goes beyond the traditional corn and soybean grower. "We've been able to show that the specialty crop market is very relevant," said Troy Amundson, precision agriculture specialist, Premium Ag Solutions.…Capture More Bushels
Published September 17, 2022
As the soybean and dry edible bean harvest begins, Crary Industries' Tim Nelson stress the importance of efficiency. "If growers want to save two-to-three bushels per acre, put on an Air Reel or (Crary) Wind System on and get it,"…Fall Weed Control Options
Published September 17, 2022
There are options available for managing the weeds left over from the growing season. "Sharpen is a great tool to help," said Katie Strathman, BASF technical service representative. Residual herbicides are important. "They help us by reducing the competition we…Corn Harvest Coming ‘Fast and Furious’
Published September 17, 2022
Golden Harvest Corn Portfolio Manager Andy Ackley is looking forward to seeing the early harvest results. "It seems like we'll have a nice, long fall and that's great for grain fill." Ackley is optimistic about the yield potential.NFU Represented on Capitol Hill
Published September 16, 2022
More than 220 National Farmers Union members were in Washington, D.C. this week for their annual legislative fly-in. In addition to time on Capitol Hill and USDA, Farmers Union members met with the top antitrust official at the Justice Department.…Product Supply Situation Should Improve for ’23
Published September 16, 2022
Product shortages were a reality this past year. Glyphosate and glufosinate are two prime examples. Wilbur Ellis District Sales Manager Chris Wharam believes that situation will improve this year. "A major contributor to the glyphosate tightness in 2022 was the…Addressing Wheat Stem Sawfly Losses
Published September 16, 2022
Montana BioAgriculture received USDA grant funds to develop genomic tools to deal with wheat stem sawfly and Fusarium head blight. A natural fungus is being licensed to develop a commercial product.