Articles tagged under: planting
Market Focuses on Crop Progress
Published April 10, 2018
There weren’t too many surprises in Tuesday’s USDA report. Stewart-Peterson Senior Market Advisor Naomi Blohm says U.S. stock numbers were supportive. Now, the market focuses on crop progress. “Of course, there’s a lot of jitters and talk about the horrible…Below Average Temps Delaying Spring
Published April 9, 2018
Cooler than average temperatures continue to slow the spring thaw. North Dakota Agriculture Weather Network Interim Director Daryl Ritchison says there are several recent examples of a spring this late. "2009-2011 and 2013 were all late. In 2004, a lot…A Similar Spring Scenario
Published April 6, 2018
The planting plan depends on when spring decides to make an appearance. Peterson Farms Seed agronomist Adam Spelhaug says farmers were in a similar scenario in April of 2013. "We got a foot of snow in mid-April, but still got…Plan the Work, Work the Plan
Published April 5, 2018
Farmers are anxious to get into the field for spring planting. NorthStar Genetics soybean production manager Alan Muhs is urging patience. "Don't rush through the planting season. Execute the plan you've made and many times that'll help put a few…Prepping for a Successful Beet Crop
Published April 5, 2018
Cold weather continues to hamper any ideas of field work in the Northern Plains. American Crystal Sugar Company General Agronomist Tyler Grove says the cold temperatures are good for storing sugarbeets, but beet growers would like to get started in…Variety Selection is Critical
Published April 5, 2018
The seed decision is critically important for all farmers. WestBred Regional Manager Troy Sayler says the variety decision is the foundation for a successful crop. "Farmers put a lot of diligence into selecting corn and soybean varieties and that should…