Articles tagged under: fall
Fall 2019 is “Like a Stuck Record”
Published November 9, 2019
For both farmers and ranchers it has been a battle this year. Shayne Isane of Badger, Minnesota says the challenges started at wheat harvest and haven’t stopped. "Managing both the crops and cattle is like a stuck record. We struggled…Relentless Weather Prolongs the ND Silage Harvest
Published November 6, 2019
Farmers and ranchers are still battling Mother Nature, trying to finish silage harvest. "I'd say we have a nice crop, tonnage has been good, but it's just getting too dry," says custom harvester and Lakota, North Dakota farmer Kim Swenson.…An Early Fall Frost – Yes or No?
Published July 22, 2019
There is talk that an early frost could be in the fall forecast. Some forecasters say yes, while others say no. That fall forecast is challenging to accurately forecast. According to Nutrien Senior Atmospheric Scientist Eric Snodgrass, it can be…Farmers Trying to Squeeze in Fall Fieldwork
Published November 2, 2018
Due to wet conditions in early October, farmers are working double time to squeeze in fall fieldwork. However, decisions may be challenging with uncertainty about next year’s acreage mix. From an agronomic standpoint, Midwest Consulting owner Dave Svobodny says having…Fall Considerations for Cattle Producers
Published October 12, 2018
When moving cattle to fall grazing or into the feedlot, NDSU Extension veterinarian Dr. Gerald Stokka says that’s an opportune time to check herd health. "We need to evaluate body condition scores in both cows and bulls, as well as…A Dry and Cool Fall Predicted for North Dakota
Published September 20, 2018
What does the fall weather have in store for North Dakota into western Minnesota? North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network Interim Director Daryl Ritchison is leaning towards average-to-below-average precipitation before the ground begins to freeze. "A vast majority of previous falls…