Crops Articles
Weed Control Challenged by Variable Sugarbeet Crop
Published June 21, 2021
The sugarbeet crop is widely variable in size due to the dry weather. NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension Sugarbeet Agronomist Tom Peters says that makes weed control more difficult. "There's no such thing as a uniform field, at least,…Winter Wheat Harvest Moves North
Published June 21, 2021
U.S. Custom Harvesters Vice President J.C. Schemper moved his harvest crew from Frederick to the Enid, Oklahoma area last week. "Farmers were surprised with the wheat yield near Frederick. The crop had up to 78 bushels, excellent yield and then…Waterhemp and Palmer amaranth are Costly Weeds
Published June 21, 2021
With increased weed resistance, proper care must be taken to reduce the risk of off-target movement and preserve the weed control technology. BASF Stewardship Manager Andrew Adams says dicamba-based herbicides, like Engenia, provide reliable control of glyphosate-resistant weeds. "Early season…‘Forgetful Optimists’
Published June 21, 2021
The crop has faced everything this season from freezing temps to extreme heat, from drought to high wind. DEKALB Asgrow technical agronomist Eric Nelson says a grower’s initial plan is still the best plan. "In this line of work, we…Crop Watch
Published June 20, 2021
Variable is how Scott Gauslow describes the crop north of Colfax, North Dakota. "The heat really pushed the corn and we've had other struggles along the way. A few weeks ago, we had frost and wind and had to replant…Watch for QLA and Remaining WHIP+ Payments
Published June 20, 2021
Quality Loss Adjustment Program payments and the additional 2019 WHIP+ Program payments are starting to make their way into farmer’s bank accounts. If you haven’t received those yet USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux says to be patient. "One…Drought Remains the Ongoing Issue
Published June 20, 2021
The drought remains an ongoing issue for farmers this year. "There's a double whammy going on right now in the Northern Plains," explained Dennis Todey, director, USDA Midwest Climate Hub. "There's a lack of rain and then, there's been very…Planting Conditions Made a Difference
Published June 20, 2021
Some crops look better than they should in the Red River Valley, while others do not. Dekalb Asgrow Technical Agronomist Eric Nelson says planting conditions made a difference. "Residue, soil temperatures and planting depth all played a big part in…Dry Bean Scene
Published June 18, 2021
Like the rest of the state, conditions continue to be dry at Leeds, North Dakota. Farmer Eric Jorgenson has received about 1.5 inches of rain since the start of planting. Even though this is a small amount, Jorgenson describes it…