Articles tagged under: Ken Hellevang
Maintain Quality in Higher Moisture Soybean Storage
Published November 21, 2018
Farmers may harvest soybeans with a higher moisture content than usual this year. NDSU Extension Engineer Ken Hellevang says to maintain better quality of those soybeans, farmers should store the crop at no greater than 18 percent moisture.Reminders for Winter Soybean Storage
Published November 6, 2018
Farmers are choosing to store a large portion of this year’s soybean crop. As the weather continues to get colder, NDSU Extension agricultural engineer Ken Hellevang says the cool down phase of storage management is key. Aeration fans should be…Take Special Care to Manage Soybean Storage
Published October 15, 2018
Storing soybeans in the grain bin takes more management than corn, especially if the moisture content is higher. As farmers move through winter, NDSU Extension agricultural engineer Ken Hellevang reminds them to monitor the condition of stored soybeans. “I use…Temperature Control Priority in Storing Soybeans
Published September 25, 2018
As farmers make room or seek storage for harvested soybeans, NDSU Extension Engineer Ken Hellevang says temperature control is important. "We need to start out with a good quality soybean. That means we don't end up with a lot of…Bins, Bags and Bunkers: Evaluating Crop Storage Options
Published August 19, 2018
Bins, bags and bunkers are all options to consider when storing the crop. Price is an important factor for storage, but timing and maintaining good quality is important, too. North Dakota State University Extension Engineer Ken Hellevang says temperature and…