Articles tagged under: wet
Ritchison Breaks Down the Wild Weather of Fall 2019
Published February 24, 2020
While many farmers are trying to leave 2019 in the past, it's still important to talk about the wild weather that happened last fall. North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network director Daryl Ritchison says there were indications of a wetter than…Record Rainfall
Published October 3, 2019
It’s no secret the Red River Valley had a wet September. Many farmers are still waiting to resume harvest. According to National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Greg Gust, the Fargo area tipped the scale at 4.5 inches of rain…Harvesting Silage in Wet Conditions
Published September 25, 2019
There is growing concern about silage harvest in the Northern Plains, as many fields remain flooded and saturated. The continued wet conditions may leave little opportunity for harvest before corn dries down past desired moisture levels or a frost occurs.…Focus on Pasture Repair This Fall
Published September 25, 2019
Cold and wet weather conditions prohibited proper development and timely weed control in pastures this past year. Corteva Agriscience field scientist Scott Flynn says when soils stay cool and saturated, the amount of root development is restricted. "That results in…Livestock Producers Should Monitor Hay and Grain Quality
Published September 24, 2019
Heavy rainfall this summer and fall has left hayfields and ditches flooded, leaving bales at risk for mold and other issues. The more water covering the bales, the more damage or loss of nutrients occurs. "In a low-lying area where…A Drawn-Out Harvest in Southwest, MN
Published September 23, 2019
It was a drawn-out wheat harvest in southwest, Minnesota for Carolyn Olson. The Cottonwood, Minnesota farmer, who specializes in organic and food-grade production, describes this year’s wheat crop as not so stellar. "A hail storm that rolled through really dinged…The Rain Hasn’t Shut Off for Southern MN Farmers
Published July 22, 2019
This summer, the rain hasn't really shut off for farmers in south central Minnesota. Sherburn farmer Rochelle Krusemark says the area has received over 20 inches of rain since the start of planting. "It almost seems like the weather has…Southern MN Farmers “Working on Plan C”
Published July 11, 2019
The wet weather continues to create challenges for farmers and ranchers trying to put up hay and plant cover crops. According to Minnesota Cattlemen’s Association President Mike Landuyt, some producers in the southern part of the state are even working…Wet Conditions Continue to Create Crop and Hay Challenges
Published July 1, 2019
It’s been a west spring in southwest Minnesota and conditions are not improving by much. The area received over an inch of rainfall late last week on top of already saturated soils. Beaver Creek, Minnesota farmer and rancher Pete Bakken…