Articles tagged under: NDSU Extension
Dry Bean Scene
Published April 22, 2024
Chlorothalonil restrictions could impact dry bean yields over time. NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist Michael Wunsch says limiting applications can make disease management more difficult for dry bean producers. Listen to the Dry Bean Scene.EPA Rules Reduced Use of Fungicide
Published April 20, 2024
The EPA’s decision to restrict the use of Chlorothalonil could have a lasting impact on dry bean yields. According to NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist Michael Wunsch, losing Chlorothalonil would leave other fungicides used as part of a tank mix almost…Hay Use Down Thanks to Dry Spring
Published April 16, 2024
A drier spring has hay use down in the area according to NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Karl Hoppe. "I think a lot of farmers have more hay available this year just because they didn't use as much as last…The Dry Bean Scene
Published April 15, 2024
NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says dry bean acres are expected to find a good supply/demand balance this year. Acres should be higher than last year. He says in this week's Dry Bean Scene that prices have held more…Calving Conditions to Watch Out For This Spring
Published April 10, 2024
NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist Karl Hoppe says that even with a warmer winter in much of the area, cold weather, mud, and high winds are what to watch for during this calving season. "We've had some pretty decent weather until…Retirement Plans Announced
Published April 10, 2024
NDSU Extension Pesticide Program Specialist Andrew Thostenson plans to retire later this year. Thostenson has been with NDSU Extension for 28 years beginning as an agriculture agent in Pembina County and taking over the pesticide specialist role in 1998. The…Important Calving Reminders
Published April 6, 2024
To keep calves healthy, it is important to make sure they are nursing and dry. NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist Karl Hoppe also warns that any calving sheds need to be well-ventilated. "You have to be careful about having these little…Precision Livestock Technology at Work
Published March 29, 2024
NDSU Extension hosted a discussion on grazing technologies Thursday in Valley City. A similar event is planned for Tuesday in Menoken. "The purpose of the discussions is to highlight some of those technologies that are new and not a lot…Spring and Summer Grain Storage Reminders
Published March 25, 2024
NDSU Extension Agricultural Engineer Ken Hellevang says it’s important to pay attention to moisture levels of stored grain as temperatures rise. Allowable storage time started to accumulate last fall just after harvest. Hellevang says grain quality will start to decline…