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Articles tagged under: Dave Franzen

Passing the Torch

Published July 19, 2024

With the approaching retirement of NDSU Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen, Brady Goettl knows he has some big shoes to fill and he’s excited about the challenge. "There are two big things that I'm looking forward to in this role.…
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Fertility Challenges with Saturated Soils

Published May 29, 2024

NDSU Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen says the excessive rains over the past few weeks can possibly reduce sulfur and nitrogen in the soil. "On the sandier soils on either side of the (Red River) Valley, leaching is a problem; sulfur,…
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Franzen to Retire

Published February 24, 2024

Longtime NDSU Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen will this fall. In his presentation at this year's International Crop Expo, Franzen reviewed the changes he has seen in the past 30 years in soil science. "We started out with yield goal-based…
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Getting the Most From Your Urea Application

Published May 12, 2023

Without rain, urea application can be subject to ammonia dispersion after a few days. NDSU Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen has some tips for urea application. "It's important to use a proper urea inhibitor, unless it's put down at least…
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Stick to the Basics

Published January 9, 2023

NDSU Extension Soil Scientist Dave Franzen says there are ways to save money on fertilizer. "Focus on the basics; nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and sulfur." Due to the drought, nitrogen levels in the soil were higher than normal."The residual soil nitrate…
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A Fall Harvest Checklist

Published August 12, 2022

NDSU Extension Soil Scientist Dave Franzen says there are a few ways to prepare for fall field preparation. "There are more people thinking about seeding into the stubble. With that in mind, it is perfectly acceptable, especially in a no-till…
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Making the Fertilizer Decision

Published July 26, 2022

NDSU Extension’s updated fertilizer recommendations will be available online by mid-August. "The biggest change is we've expanded our nitrogen costs," said Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen. Innovus Agra farm business management coach Bret Oelke said timing is important. "Do farmers…
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Check Fertility Levels

Published June 20, 2022

In a typical year, nitrate levels don't vary much between the fall and spring of the year. North Dakota State University Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen says he’s seen an unusual decline of nitrate content in soils. "In my entire…
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Match Nitrogen to Yield Potential

Published May 6, 2022

With the high cost of nitrogen and a delay in spring planting, NDSU Extension Soil Scientist Dave Franzen encourages farmers to match nitrogen to yield potential. Especially in the northern Red River Valley. "On our nitrogen calculator, we have high…
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Navigating Higher Phosphate Prices for Wheat

Published February 10, 2022

Phosphate prices aren’t as high as nitrogen, but are still high in the new year. NDSU Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen reminds wheat growers there is a relationship between profitability and the cost of phosphate fertilizer. "The higher the phosphate…
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