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Agronomist Provides Spring Alfalfa Fertilization Tips
Published May 11, 2020
It’s that time of year where the 2020 forage crop is either being planted or coming to life after the winter season. WinField United alfalfa and forage specialist Jeff Jackson says farmers should not forget about spring fertilization of alfalfa…Sheep and Wool Producers Develop Business Continuity Plan
Published May 11, 2020
A Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Plan has been developed by the American Sheep Industry Association in the case of a Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak. The plan focuses on business continuity, which is critical for food security and animal…Canola Minute
Published May 11, 2020
The Northern Canola Growers Association allocated $325,000 for canola research projects. Association Executive Director Barry Coleman has more in the latest Canola Minute.SD Corn Comments
Published May 11, 2020
The livestock industry continues to face the headwinds of COVID-19, which has a trickle down effect on all of agriculture. Hear more in the latest Corn Comments, a production of the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council.Strong Interest in WHIP+ Program in North Dakota
Published May 11, 2020
The Farm Service Agency received more than 3,600 WHIP+ applications from North Dakota. So far, North Dakota Farm Service Agency State Executive Director Brad Thykeson says more than 650 payments are paid out. There have been some delays, but Thykeson…Planting Patience Can Go a Long Way
Published May 11, 2020
Right now, a little planting patience can go a long way. "Farmers are probably better off putting in corn and soybeans when the ground conditions are right," said Evan Twedt, technical agronomist, DEKALB Asgrow. "We tell people the earlier planting…May USDA Report Released Tomorrow
Published May 11, 2020
On Tuesday, the USDA will release the May Supply and Demand report. This is the first month the agency forecasts in the new crop marketing year. The USDA will also update old crop demand numbers. NDSU Extension Crops Economist and…South Dakota FFA Convention Begins This Week
Published May 11, 2020
The South Dakota FFA Convention starts on Tuesday. This year, the convention will be virtual, streaming on the South Dakota FFA Facebook page and website. South Dakota FFA State Reporter Sadie Vander Wal says each of the three sessions will…Corn and Soybean Planting on Hold in Northern MN
Published May 11, 2020
Farmers in northern Minnesota are getting some fieldwork done. According to Bayer Crop Science Channel Field Sales Representative Mike Dufault, there’s some wheat going into the ground. It will be a few days before corn and soybean planting picks up.…