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Potential Palmer Amaranth Pops Up in ND Fields
Published July 3, 2019
Palmer amaranth may already be popping up in North Dakota fields. NDSU Extension Weed Scientist Joe Ikley looked at two different fields in the last two weeks, one in Benson County and the other in Nelson County. "I walked fields…Fewer Spring Wheat Acres Forecast for SD
Published July 3, 2019
According to the USDA, South Dakota’s spring wheat acreage is record low. South Dakota Wheat Commission Executive Director Reid Christopherson says the spring wheat is vulnerable and will likely be a small crop. "We're still anxiously watching those numbers and…Grain Trade Remains Unsure of Planted Acres
Published July 3, 2019
Uncertainty continues to surround the grain markets, with many traders unsure of planted acres. Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen says the planted acres may not be known until fall. "We'll see what happens in about five weeks." Crop…Crop Conditions are Mixed Near Onida, SD
Published July 3, 2019
Wet field conditions continue to hamper crop production in the Onida, South Dakota area. Oahe Grain location manager Tim Luken says the crops are a mixed bag. "Farmers got about 70 percent of the spring wheat put in and farmers…The Potential for a Short Growing Season
Published July 3, 2019
With a delayed crop, a long growing season will be needed. That may be a challenge. According to World Weather Incorporated Senior Agricultural Meteorologist Drew Lerner, data is causing concern. "There are three weather cycles playing out right now including…Rains Boost the Crop Near Drake, ND
Published July 3, 2019
Dakota Agronomy Partners sales agronomist Justin Alme, based in Drake, North Dakota, says rains over the past week have really perked up the crop. "The stands are decent. There aren't lots of uneven crops, but it's crazy what a few…PP Claims Expected to Exceed $1 Billion
Published July 2, 2019
According to USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Bill Northey, numerous prevented plant claims have already been paid out. "I think those claims have climbed over the $100 million mark so far and we expect that probably to pass…TransFARMation: Dealing with the Uncontrollable
Published July 1, 2019
As a teenager, McKenzie Darling was hospitalized for suicidal ideation. The Langdon, North Dakota native has also had family members and friends that died by suicide. Today, Darling is a mental health advocate who speaks frequently on the warning signs…Questions Remain Following Friday’s Reports
Published July 1, 2019
Progressive Ag Marketing market analyst Brian Strommen says Friday’s acreage numbers from USDA leave a lot of questions for traders. "The USDA will resurvey and take a look at things." Strommen doesn’t expect the final acreage numbers to be fully…