Tag: Red River Farm Network

Farm Bill Update 

The Federal Government is currently in recess until after the November General Election, and one piece of legislation that will have the eyes of rural America once the government is back is a new farm bill. Pro Farmer consultant Jim Wiesemeyer talks more on what we may see in a new Farm Bill, and when…
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October 15, 2024 0

Pasture conditions and hay production thriving 

Recent wet weather trends have caused issues for many crop producers throughout the Red River Valley, but one area that is thriving is hay production. NDSU Extension Rangeland Management Specialist Kevin Sedivec, explains what he’s seeing.  While conditions are good now, Sedivec says there are some things that producers need to be on the lookout…
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July 2, 2024 0

Wet weather affecting small grains 

Months after having potential concerns over drought conditions, farmers across the Red River Valley are seeing some issues in the small grains after the consistent rainfall and mild temps over the last couple weeks. BASF Technical Service Representative Ken Deibert highlights some concerns farmers are seeing across their region in their small grains like wheat…
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June 25, 2024 0

Sugarbeet spring Planting Season Approaching 

The spring sugar beet planting season is fast approaching and Vive Crop Protection Northern Technical Sales Agronomist David Reif shares some things producers should be cautious of when they start work in the fields.  Rhizoctonia and other diseases can also be a challenge and Reif shares some advice when it comes to dealing with them…
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April 9, 2024 0

Spring Grain Storage: Things to Consider 

The weather is starting to get warmer and that means farmers should be keeping an even closer eye on their grain bin moisture levels. NDSU Extension Agricultural Engineer Ken Hellevang  tells us some things that all producers should consider this spring.  The rise in temperature increases the chances of issues happening in grain bin storage…
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April 4, 2024 0

Winter weather likely to impact on pests 

After a mild winter an impact of the Minnesota and North Dakota pest populations is likely. University of Minnesota Extension Regional Educator Anthony Hanson explains the implications this weather can have in the Spring and Summer months when it comes to pests.  Hanson also explained things that producers should consider doing this planting season when…
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April 2, 2024 0

Crop Insurance may play important in 2024 planting season 

Crop Prices are down from last year, and farm management analyst Kent Thiesse says that despite this now might not be the time to cut back on crop insurance, and that now might be more important to optimize it.  For the latest news and programming in Agriculture tune into “For What It’s Worth” Facts From…
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March 7, 2024 0

2024 Growing Season Deadlines Fast Approaching 

As we move closer to spring, deadlines for the 2024 growing season are fast approaching. Farm management analyst Kent Thiesse says one deadline fast approaching is the deadline to file program elections.  Thiesse also reminds producers that their crop insurance deadline is also fast approaching.  Producers with questions are encouraged to reach out to their…
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March 6, 2024 0

USDA Meteorologist expects mild weather to continue

It has been a warmer and drier-than-normal winter, and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says this uncharacteristic winter will have a big impact on the 2024 planting year. Rippey tells us more about the effects this winter could have in 2024.  Rippey also gave an expected forecast for the rest of the winter and spring.  Rippey…
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February 20, 2024 0

Senator Hoeven holds round table discussion regarding Ag innovation and research 

North Dakota Senator John Hoeven held a round table session last Friday in Fargo to discuss opportunities for agriculture research and innovation in North Dakota. Hoeven says his goal is to make North Dakota the center of precision agriculture.  Hoeven says this focus on precision Ag and Ag research will lead to excellent opportunities for…
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February 7, 2024 0