Articles tagged under: Dekalb Asgrow
‘Forgetful Optimists’
Published June 21, 2021
The crop has faced everything this season from freezing temps to extreme heat, from drought to high wind. DEKALB Asgrow technical agronomist Eric Nelson says a grower’s initial plan is still the best plan. "In this line of work, we…Planting Conditions Made a Difference
Published June 20, 2021
Some crops look better than they should in the Red River Valley, while others do not. Dekalb Asgrow Technical Agronomist Eric Nelson says planting conditions made a difference. "Residue, soil temperatures and planting depth all played a big part in…Corn Drying Down Nicely in the Northern Plains
Published October 2, 2020
Dekalb Asgrow Technical Agronomist Derek Pruitt says the corn is drying down nicely in the Northern Plains. The agronomist reminds farmers to be aware of standability with reports of some of the early varieties already under 20 percent moisture. "Generally…Optimism for Corn Growing in the Red River Valley
Published September 14, 2020
Dekalb Asgrow Technical Agronomist Eric Nelson says there are a lot of reasons for farmers in the southern Red River Valley to be optimistic about the corn. At the same time, there has been some carryover wet conditions from the…Leaf Blight and Bean Leaf Beetle Popping Up in NE SD Fields
Published August 10, 2020
The corn growing in northeastern South Dakota is making good progress, but DEKALB Asgrow Technical Agronomist Jeff Fuls says there’s been some disease pressure. "We're seeing a lot of leaf fungus like northern corn leaf blight and common rusts. The…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…Water Management is a Must
Published January 2, 2020
A complete assessment of the land should be a priority for farmers taking on additional crop ground this spring. Dekalb Asgrow Technical Agronomist Dan Koehler says it is all about maximizing your ROI. "To improve a piece of ground and…Consider All Factors When Selecting Hybrids and Varieties
Published December 5, 2019
As farmers weigh seed decisions for 2020, it is natural to look back on this growing season. Dekalb Asgrow marketing and communications manager Collin Pennington is encouraging growers to consider all factors when selecting hybrids and varieties. "It has been…Corn Moisture Levels Vary
Published October 31, 2019
With the colder temps, the ground has firmed up and farmers are making progress with harvest. Dekalb Asgrow Area Business Manager Jeremy Frie says the corn moisture levels are all over the board. "You've got a harvestable crop from a…