Managing Weeds
As the crop emerges, weeds are coming up at the same time. Arysta LifeScience Territory Manager Todd Landsman says weed pressure is evident. "I know a lot of guys in wheat country are on pins and needles because the subsoil…
Crops Articles
Weed Control Challenge Beets in Dry Areas
Weed control in the driest areas of American Crystal Sugar Company’s growing districts are a concern. General Agronomist Tyler Grove says the Drayton and Moorhead districts were dry enough to not activate the pre-emerge herbicides in a timely manner. "You…
The Sugarbeet Report
The Sugarbeet Report is brought to you by SESVanderHave, HELM Agro US and Dow AgroSciences. This week, American Crystal Sugar Company general agronomist Tyler Grove updates listeners on growing conditions.
Dry Bean Scene
The Dry Bean Scene airs every Friday at 12:35 p.m. This week, we visit with Northarvest Bean Growers Association President Tom Kennelly about the USDA Section 32 purchase.
Grains Mixed, Livestock Lower at Close
RML Trading's Terry Fichtner says trade is making a big influence in the grain trade.
Canola Minute
Here’s the latest Canola Minute from the Northern Canola Growers Association. This week, NDSU Extension entomologist Janet Knodel has an update on flea beetles.
Grain and Livestock Markets Close Higher
Technical selling and good weather pressured the grains Wednesday. Northern Crops Marketing and Investments market analyst Brad Paulson provides analysis.
USDA Says U.S. Corn Crop Looks Decent
USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service says the U.S. corn crop is rated 79 percent good to excellent, which is higher than the trade expected. Ninety-two percent of the crop is planted. More than three-quarters of the soybean crop is planted,…
SD Farmers Still Working on #Plant18
Chet Edinger farms west of Mitchell, South Dakota. The ground is still really damp in parts of the state, which has delayed planting. "It's been a frustrating spring to say the least, but we are getting things done finishing up…
Warmer Temps Cause Crusting in Soils
Warmer temperatures are causing soils to crust in parts of the region. University of Minnesota Extension Crops Educator David Nicolai said "the rains prior to the Memorial Day weekend resulted in probably a little bit late emergence." Nicolai says post-emergence…
