Articles tagged under: spring
Fuel Quality Important for Planting Prep
Published March 6, 2020
Last fall’s harvest took its toll on equipment. "Farmers need to make sure they're running premium diesel fuel to minimize any problems," said Chad Christensen, a manager of product quality and additives for CHS. He reminds farmers to be aware…Don’t Let 2019 Derail Spring Plans
Published March 6, 2020
WinField United Technical Seed Agronomist Ryan Moeller says don’t let memories of last year derail this spring’s plans. "If you position the right product on the right acre and treat it right, it could be a difference of 10 to…A Good Thaw Needed for Spring
Published March 5, 2020
CHS Ag Services Agronomy Manager Chris Kolstoe says the gradual snowmelt we’re seeing is a positive. "Things are starting to shape up a little bit. It feels like a nice, slow snowmelt. That's good for us," he says. "We froze…Soil Sample Again in Spring
Published February 22, 2020
The excessively wet fall may have moved soil fertility. AGVISE Laboratories agronomist John Breker says farmers may need to re-sample early sampled fields due to the moisture. "Looking at our regional numbers I'd say we lost roughly 15 pounds out…Light Tillage Recommended for Wet Fields
Published February 20, 2020
As farmers prepare for spring, NDSU Extension Soil Scientist Dave Franzen recommends light tillage for those fields that were too wet to get into last fall. "Do as little tillage as possible. Even if the field has deeper roots, it's…Patience Key When Preparing for Spring
Published February 10, 2020
One of the biggest unknowns for farmers is what spring will bring. Some farmers have crops that need to be harvested. They want to know how soon they can get back into fields. NDSU Extension Agronomist Joel Ransom says patience…Seed Options Available for Prevent Plant Acres
Published February 2, 2020
Spring was top of mind at the KMOT Ag Expo. If it’s a late planting season, farmers may not get much planted. Agassiz Seed Territory Sales Manager Mark Halvorson says there are options for farmers considering prevent plant acres. "If…Above Normal Spring Flood Risk in Red River Valley
Published January 27, 2020
According to the National Weather Service, the risk of spring flooding is above normal in the Red River Valley. The wet fall and near-to-above average snowfall increases flood risk. "Right off the get-go, we're sitting with conditions charged for runoff.…Plan For Extra Fieldwork This Spring
Published December 6, 2019
North Dakota State University Soil Scientist Aaron Daigh says plan now for extra spring field work to manage crop residue, because of the limited fall field work. "If farmers have fields with high amounts of residue on them, they may…