Articles tagged under: snow melt
The Waiting Game
Published April 16, 2025
For many North Dakota farmers, the heart of the planting season is still ahead. Despite that, Barnes County Extension Agent Alicia Harstad said the fields look good. "The snow is gone, which is nice for April. Sometimes you just never…Cold Temps and Wet Fields Push Planting Schedule Back
Published April 9, 2025
Much of the Northern Plains is experiencing drought conditions heading into spring. However, there are areas with plenty of moisture. Rock and Roll Agronomy agronomist Jason Hanson says those farms could see delayed planting if they get more rain. "We…Fields Almost Ready, Rain Is Key
Published April 7, 2025
With planting season inching closer and closer, Pioneer Product Agronomist Zach Fore says the northern Red River Valley is close to ready. "It'll depend on what happens with the rain in terms of when we can actually get in the…Low Snow Melt Could Impact Ranchers
Published April 20, 2024
NDSU Extension Rangeland Management Specialist Kevin Sedivec says that low snow throughout the state could have farmers struggling with water issues later this year. "We're going to have very little melt and runoff into our dugouts and wetlands. So if…