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Genetic Resistance Shift for Phytophthora

Published February 11, 2024

Some phytophthora-resistant soybean varieties are becoming ineffective. NDSU Extension Soybean Pathologist Wade Webster covered the issue at the Best of the Best in Wheat and Soybean Research. The issue shows up in saturated soils. “The RPS1/C and RPS1/K are becoming…
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Resources Available for ARC or PLC Decision

Published January 28, 2024

March 15 is the deadline to declare the decision between Agricultural Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage programs. NDSU Extension Farm Management Specialist Ron Haugen says a change in reference prices means there is more to consider than last year.…
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Cattle Inventory Report Coming Out at the End of the Month

Published January 20, 2024

The recent storms have taken weight off of fed cattle, which would normally be friendly for the market.  NDSU Extension Livestock Economist Tim Petry said logistics at packing plants kept the market in check. “Some packing plants closed so that…
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Great Networking Opportunity

Published January 15, 2024

Potato Expo is a gathering point for the entire industry. "There's great networking that goes on, there's a lot of newer products out here and it helps producers tremendously with their what they're doing day-to-day," said Andy Robinson, potato agronomist, NDSU…
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Dry Bean Scene

Published January 15, 2024

In this week’s Dry Bean Scene, NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist Sam Markell says soybean cyst nematode was saw high populations in some dry bean areas. The Dry Bean Scene is brought to you by the Northarvest Bean Growers Association.
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Early ’23 Heat Could Impact ’24 Crop

Published January 14, 2024

Early season heat in 2023 resulted in additional pest pressure. NDSU Extension Research Entomologist Mark Boetel said his own plots experienced early armyworms and cutworms. “If weed infestations really get going, they can be attractive to those pests.” Rootworm control…
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Hands-on ‘Stop the Bleed’ Trainings Scheduled

Published January 6, 2024

Stop the Bleed trainings will be taking place across North Dakota over the next three years. Grand Forks County Extension Agent Katelyn Landeis says these trainings are beneficial for rural communities. “Smaller towns that do have an ambulance or response…
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A Muddy Mess for Weaned Calves

Published December 28, 2023

Mud is tough on recently weaned calves and the cattle approaching their finished weight. Maintenance energy requirements increases for those animals, but they likely want to eat less. “They’re going to expend more energy working through the mud and water,”…
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Interest Costs Projected to Increase in 2024

Published December 24, 2023

While production costs are predicted to be lower for farmers in 2024, interest costs may increase. NDSU Extension Ag Finance Specialist Bryon Parman does not anticipate interest rates themselves to be higher but net farm income has backed off creating…
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Stop The Bleed Trainings Available

Published December 24, 2023

Statistically, farming and ranching is one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. NDSU Extension Farm and Ranch Safety Coordinator Angie Johnson says  rural North Dakotans will have an opportunity to become more prepared in emergencies. “We were awarded…
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