Articles tagged under: University of Minnesota Extension
Nitrogen College Scheduled in Mahnomen, Morton
Published January 28, 2024
The University of Minnesota will host Nitrogen College in two locations in the next few weeks. The first will be held January 30 and 31 in Mahnomen with the second taking place February 5 and 6 at Morton. University of…Cover Crop Progress
Published January 28, 2024
In the latest edition of the University of Minnesota Extension Minnesota CropCast, Extension spring wheat breeder Jim Anderson highlights the improvements seen in cover crops over the past decade. “The gains are coming really fast in terms of domestication traits,”…Wheat Variety Selection for ’24
Published January 14, 2024
The University of Minnesota has released its latest wheat variety selections. University of Minnesota Extension Small Grains Specialist Jochum Wiersma says variety selection looks at several factors. “We’re going to pick a number of varieties that are on the high…Pathogen Survey for Soybean Growers
Published January 14, 2024
Soybean growers have an opportunity to participate in a survey to test pathogen levels in their fields through funding from the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council. University of Minnesota Extension Regional Crops Educator Angie Peltier says it’s important to…Viability of Manure for Sugarbeets
Published January 14, 2024
Questions surrounding the use of liquid manure from dairies was the focus of a research project for University of Minnesota Extension nutrient management specialist Melissa Wilson wanted to see if using that manure impacted sugarbeet sugar quality. “Sometimes manure can…Research Continues on Fertilizer Shift
Published January 14, 2024
University of Minnesota Soil Scientist Dan Kaiser says there is a shift in fertilizer use in Minnesota. “Especially in Minnesota, we’re seeing retailers shift more toward urea-based nitrogen systems versus anhydrous,” said Kaiser. Preliminary data suggests there could be some…Cover Crops and Sugarbeets
Published January 14, 2024
University of Minnesota Extension Soil Scientist Anna Cates is continuing to research cover crops in a sugarbeet rotation. There has not been a statistical drop in yields using either fall or spring-planted cover crops but more data is necessary to…Cost of Production Helps Determine Marketing Plan
Published December 20, 2023
University of Minnesota Extension Crops Economist Ed Usset wants farmers to know their production costs, “That’s your first step. It gives you an idea of where you want to start,” said Usset. Futures prices are below average production costs. “I…New Tech Research for Potatoes
Published October 29, 2023
The latest Minnesota Crop News, University of Minnesota Extension nutrient management specialist Carl Rosen explains that in sandier soils, potato research continues to show that it’s important to split nitrogen applications. It’s also important monitor plants closely to make sure…