Articles tagged under: weed control
Target Weeds Early
Published January 4, 2020
It’s time now to develop a weed control strategy for 2020. Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist Jeff Ellis says it takes some planning. "Know your history and what weeds you have out there; I think the key overall for weed…Strategize Now for 2020 Season
Published October 16, 2019
Fall is normally a good time for tillage and a broadcast fertilizer application. That’s after the spring of 2019 where farmers did everything they could just to get a crop in the ground. "I think we're going to feel the…Stay Ahead of Weeds This Spring
Published April 23, 2019
As farmers in the Northern Plains progress through the planting season, having a plan will be key. Based at Dickinson, WinField United agronomist Kyle Okke says early weed control is one important factor. "When temperatures start to pick up, wheat…Stick to the Plan
Published April 18, 2019
The planting season may start later than many of us would have liked, but Bayer District Sales Manager Mark Haugland says farmers can’t afford to cut corners. That’s especially true for weed control. "Stick with using pre's and multiple modes-of-action…Valent is Launching a New Herbicide
Published January 17, 2019
After receiving EPA approval, Valent USA is launching its Fierce MTZ Herbicide. This stand-alone formulation combines Fierce Herbicide with the added benefit of metribuzin. The product provides long lasting residual control of difficult weeds, including Palmer amaranth, common waterhemp, common…Strong Weed Management Performance
Published July 26, 2018
In the central Red River Valley, near Hillsboro, Lovas Consulting owner Sarah Lovas says the crops are progressing well with timely rains. Weed management went well. "Where residuals were incorporated in soybeans, we had very good results. We're very pleased with…Effective Weed Control
Published July 17, 2018
While the planting schedule was behind the norm for many farmers, the soybean crop has caught up and is ahead of last year’s pace. Across all crops, NDSU Extension weed scientist Kirk Howatt says weed control has been very effective. "Even…Slow Planting, Successful Weed Control
Published June 25, 2018
Weed control in the sugarbeet crop has been fairly successful even with slow planting. Extension Sugarbeet Agronomist Tom Peters says weed control success varies by location. “It’s patchy. It depends on where you live and other factors: stands at planting,…Managing Weeds
Published May 29, 2018
As the crop emerges, weeds are coming up at the same time. Arysta LifeScience Territory Manager Todd Landsman says weed pressure is evident. "A lot of guys in wheat country are on pins and needles because the subsoil is dry.…