Articles tagged under: Dave Franzen
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…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…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…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…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…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…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…Double Check When Using NDSU Nitrogen Calculators
Published February 7, 2022
If you are using NDSU Extension’s nitrogen calculators, Extension Soil Specialist Dave Franzen says double check crop and fertilizer prices. Confection sunflower contracts are currently greater than the maximum value of 30 cents per pound option included in the sunflower…Maximizing Fertizer ROI
Published December 24, 2021
Maximizing return on investment is the name of the game with high fertilizer costs. NDSU Extension Soil Scientist Dave Franzen says the focus should be based on maximizing "Our fertilizer recommendations are set up to do just that. We may…