Crops Articles
Weed Management in a Dry Year
Published May 17, 2021
NDSU Extension Weed Control Specialist Joe Ikley says having a weed management plan is especially important in dry years. "Farmers should try to get a pre-emergence herbicide applied. Keep in mind, water solubility varies in products. For example, Group 15…How the Dryness Differs Across North Dakota
Published May 17, 2021
WinField United Regional Agronomist Kyle Okke says dry in one part of North Dakota means something different in other parts of the state. In the west, that means extremely variable moisture. "Some farmers may not be able to get seed…Mark Haugland: ‘It’s Been a Great Run’
Published May 17, 2021
After more than 30 years on the job, Bayer’s sales lead for North Dakota and northern Minnesota, Mark Haugland, is retiring today. It's been a great run. "I started with a company called Nor-am Chemical and I went through five…Harvey, ND Gets Much-Needed Rain
Published May 14, 2021
Rains fell in the Harvey, North Dakota Thursday. Bill Ongstad appreciates the moisture. "We had .35 on our farm. It was very good, we're thankful." Spring wheat emergence is spotty and the corn hasn’t sprouted yet, but the warmer conditions…Crop Watch
Published May 14, 2021
The spring wheat is emerging in the Johnstown, North Dakota area. "The spring wheat went in really well," said Dylan Karley, general manager, Johnstown Bean Company. "Despite the dryness, we're seeing good emergence on most of the spring wheat. Dry…Dry Bean Scene
Published May 14, 2021
According to Johnstown Bean Company general manager Dylan Karley, northeastern North Dakota will see less dry bean acres planted this year. The expected decline is partially being influenced by competitive corn and soybean prices. Hear more in the latest Dry…USDA to Purchase About $160 Million in Dry Beans, Peas and Lentils
Published May 14, 2021
The USDA will purchase up to $159.4 million in domestically produced dry beans, lentils and other products under Section 32 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act. This is one action the USDA is taking to address food supply chain disruptions form…AZterknot Fungicide Comes to Market This Summer
Published May 14, 2021
Vive Crop Protection CEO Darren Anderson says this is the first fungicide that combines the benefits of biologicals with conventional chemistry. "From a grower perspective, that does a couple things. It gives them a second mode of action for disease…Fresh Potatoes Seeded into Dry Dirt
Published May 13, 2021
At Hoople, North Dakota, T.J. Hall started planting fresh potatoes during the week of May 10. The potatoes are being planted deeper than usual to reach moisture. "After you turn the soil over, things can dry out quickly," says Hall.…