Crops Articles
Sugar Trade Policy Working for Local Growers
Published March 22, 2019
The keynote speaker at the International Sugarbeet Institute, Dan Colacicco, answered questions and updated sugarbeet growers on trade and policy. Colacicco says trade agreements are always a concern, but the sugar policy in place is working. "Right now, the U.S.…Plan Now for Soil Sampling
Published March 22, 2019
Agvise Laboratories soil scientist John Breker tells farmers to plan now for soil sampling, especially with the possibility of a late spring. "Make sure your soil testing plan and fertilizer decisions are made as soon as possible. It will be…USDA Releases U.S. World Market Share Projections
Published March 21, 2019
During the next ten years, U.S. agriculture will face additional competition from other countries in the world market. By 2028, USDA expects U.S. corn exports to increase by seven million tons from this year. That’s a gain of 11 percent.…Local Farmers Focused on the Snowmelt
Published March 21, 2019
Local farmers are starting to think about planting season, and a few warm days are helping. Sugarbeet growers in the northern part of the Red River Valley would like to be in the field by the first week of May.…Perdue: Safety Net Programs May Not Be Enough
Published March 21, 2019
In Nebraska and Iowa, the historic flooding is leaving behind large-scale damage. In a Fox Business Network interview, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said that existing safety net programs may not be enough to cover the damages. "I spoke with the…Strong Yields Start with Genetics
Published March 21, 2019
Going into the 2019 growing season, maximizing yields will be critical to determine profit or loss. Pioneer Field Agronomist Kyle Poling says there are some key points to consider when pushing for maximum soybean yields. "We should focus on genetics,…Canola Minute
Published March 20, 2019
The Canola Minute is made possible by the Northern Canola Growers Association. Recently, the NCGA board met and reviewed the research projects submitted for funding. Executive Director Barry Coleman explains more in this week’s update.Introducing Weed Management Strategies
Published March 20, 2019
The Red River Farm Network has a new podcast: Weed Management Strategies. The ten-part series explores best management practices and the tools to help farmers take care of herbicide resistant weeds. In the debut episode, Tom Peters, an agronomist for…Spring Fieldwork a Focus at International Sugarbeet Institute
Published March 20, 2019
The International Sugarbeet Institute is a time for farmers to connect ahead of planting. There is hope sugarbeet growers can get in the field by mid-April. "The weather seems to be cooperating, because it's starting to warm up slowly," said…