Articles tagged under: NDSU Extension
NDSU Study Finds Herbicide Resistant Kochia in Western ND
Published December 21, 2022
The popular burndown herbicides Aim and Sharpen are no longer effective in controlling some populations of Kochia in western North Dakota according to a North Dakota State University study. NDSU Weed Scientist Brian Jenks says, "we don't have many options…NDSU Faculty Recongized
Published December 12, 2022
In the annual awards program, NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson received the AGSCO Excellence in Extension Award. Animal science professor Kendall Swanson was recognized with the Eugene R. Dahl Excellence in Research Award. The award winners also included 4-H…40 Years of Dedication to NDSU Extension
Published November 2, 2022
North Dakota State University Extension and Research Extension Center faculty and staff have been honored for their years of service. Three individuals were recognized for 40 years of service; Brad Brummond, Walsh County, David Pearson, Hettinger Research Extension Center and…Numerous Market Influences in the Black Sea
Published October 11, 2022
It is unclear if the Black Sea grain deal will be renewed. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says this is just one of many dynamics at play in the region. There's also a bottleneck at Istanbul due to a…Wet Corn
Published September 30, 2022
NDSU Extension Bio-Systems Engineer Ken Hellevang says farmers should be prepared to dry higher moisture corn this fall. "For the corn just now reaching maturity, it could mean the corn needs to be harvested with a moisture content of 20…Monitor Small Grain Moisture During Storage
Published August 22, 2022
To maintain the best quality of the small grain crops, NDSU Extension Ag Engineer Ken Hellevang reminds growers to monitor crop moisture going into the grain bin. "Typically, we don't like to see more than about 17 percent moisture for…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…Ergot Identified in North Dakota
Published August 5, 2022
Ergot is being reported in barley near the Langdon Research Extension Center in North Dakota. Ergot has a large host range, including all small grains and common weeds like smooth brome grass. With signs of ergot evident in the state,…A Learning Opportunity
Published August 4, 2022
Of the 57 spring wheat varieties evaluated during the Grand Forks County plot tour, a large portion are lodged. NDSU Extension Small Grain and Corn Agronomist Clair Keene says Mother Nature should play a role in variety selections. "Especially here…