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Using 2019 to Make 2020 Crop Decisions

Published January 3, 2020

Unpredictable weather and variable conditions were the rule in 2019. Pioneer agronomy manager Dan Berning says lessons were learned this past year. "We don't want to look at just 2019 and base all of our decisions on that, but it…

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Getting the Crop Off to a Good Start

Published December 30, 2019

Seed treatments are important, especially in the cold, wet soils seen every spring. Pioneer product manager Jason Richards says it is important to get the crop off to a good start. "As we look into 2020, it is going to…

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Corn is Standing Well

Published December 4, 2019

It’s unusual to have the majority of the corn still standing in the field at this time of the year. The unprecedented harvest season was a frequent discussion point at the Northern Ag Expo. Pioneer field agronomist Larry Lunder said…

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Take a Longer View When Making Buying Decisions

Published November 26, 2019

Farmers are anxious to put this year to bed and move on to 2020. Pioneer corn product marketing manager Scott Walker is encouraging farmers to have a long-term perspective. "Hopefully, we don't see another year like 2019," said Walker. "We've…

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Pioneer Agronomy Update: Monitor Stalk Integrity

Published November 4, 2019

When prioritizing corn fields for harvest, farmers are monitoring moisture levels. Pioneer field agronomist Jesse Moch says stalk conditions are even more important. "You've got to know how the stalks are; that's the number one thing," says Moch. "As you…

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Pioneer Agronomy Update

Published October 18, 2019

With the extreme wet conditions, stalk integrity can be an issue in corn. Pioneer field agronomist Jesse Moch wants growers to check out those fields. "The majority is coming from crown rot that moves up through the stalk and eventually…

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Sundeen, Fore Make Moves within Pioneer

Published October 8, 2019

Kristie Sundeen is the new Pioneer field agronomist for northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota, replacing Zach Fore who is moving to the product agronomist role with the company. Previously, Sundeen served as a territory manager with the company.

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The Warmth is Welcome for Corn and Soybeans

Published September 18, 2019

Warmer temperatures will benefit the slow maturing corn across the region. Pioneer product agronomist Zach Fore says whether or not the corn will reach the finish line depends on the location. "There are some areas in North Dakota and Minnesota…

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Crop Conditions Vary

Published September 15, 2019

There is great potential for a good corn and soybean crop, but everything depends on the weather over the next few weeks. "Typically, in the month of September, we get 190 GDUs in the first part of the month and…

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Pioneer Delivers a Big Check for New NDSU Facility

Published September 2, 2019

Corteva Agriscience/Pioneer has made a $100,000 donation to new Ag Products Development Center at North Dakota State University. This new facility will house the cereal science and animal science departments. "North Dakota State University does a lot of things for…

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