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MN FFA Hall of Fame Adds Six Inductees
Published April 22, 2024
Six individuals were inducted into the Minnesota FFA Hall of Fame during the first general session of the Minnesota State FFA Convention. Inductees include Corynn Flood of Cokato, a past president of the Minnesota FFA Alumni Association; Jean Johnson of…The Sugarbeet Report
Published April 22, 2024
Pest control is the focus of this week's Sugarbeet Report. NDSU Extension Entomologist Mark Boetel highlights some common insect issues and mitigation tactics for producers to consider when putting plans together for the 2024 growing season.Dry Bean Scene
Published April 22, 2024
Chlorothalonil restrictions could impact dry bean yields over time. NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist Michael Wunsch says limiting applications can make disease management more difficult for dry bean producers. Listen to the Dry Bean Scene.Canola Minute
Published April 22, 2024
Changes are coming for canola planting dates. Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman says starting in 2025, planting dates will allow for additional time to get the crop in the ground. Hear more details in this week's Canola…MFU Minute
Published April 22, 2024
Minnesota Farmers Union Government Relations Director Stu Lourey joins this week's MFU Minute. Minnesota Farmers Union has been following and providing input on the agriculture omnibus bills in the House and Senate. Lourey says there has been a focus on…MN Beef Update
Published April 22, 2024
Minnesota State Cattlemen's Executive Director Kaitlyn Root joins the Minnesota Beef Update this week. Nominations are open for the Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board. Minnesota has one vacant position. This body oversees the beef checkoff and the position is…Farming for the Future
Published April 22, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is partnering with the Red River Farm Network and the Linder Farm Network to provide information on soil health events and topics. This week, Matt Tiffany talks about why his farm has experienced benefits from…SD Corn Comments
Published April 22, 2024
This week's South Dakota Corn Comments focuses on profitability. While fertilizer prices have decreased so has the price of corn. Total input costs for crop production remain elevated despite decreases in fertilizer. South Dakota Corn Growers Association Executive Director DaNita…MN Corn Matters
Published April 22, 2024
This week, Corn Matters has reminders for farmers this growing season. Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council board member Brandon Fast says it is important to handle treated seed and chemicals with care and follow best practices to ensure the…