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Beyond the Bushels: Getting Yield Data Right

2026/11/05

Now that soybeans are harvested, farmers have an opportunity to reflect on the season. But what can be leaned at this point? Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist, has some ideas.

Slim Margins and Rising Costs: A Look at 2026 Farm Economics

2026/10/29

According to Bryon Parman, NDSU Agricultural Finance Specialist, this season’s crop has impacts from the weather, wars, and input costs.

Weather Woes: Soybean Harvest and Seed Quality

2026/10/20

This season’s soybean harvest isn’t going well for many farmers in the US. Most of the issues are not related to price or storage but with the weather. Seth Naeve, University of Minnesota, Extension Soybean Agronomist, spells it out.

SCN: Know It, Sample It, Manage It

2026/10/15

It’s not news that SCN or Soybean cyst nematode can take a bite out of soybean yields. Let’s talk management of SCN with Wade Webster, NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist.

Drought Effects Linger Into Soybean Harvest and Storage

2026/10/08

Let’s find out what kind of affect the dry conditions have on this year’s harvest and storage. Our guest today is Rob Proulx, NDSU Extension Agriculture Technology Systems Specialist.

Fall Applications, Spring Benefits

2026/10/01

According to Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weed Control Specialist, soybean weed management for next season starts now.

United Against SCN: The SCN Coalition

2026/09/23

There is a group, the SCN Coalition, that has banded together to spread awareness. Sam Markell, NDSU Plant Pathologists has the details.

Preparing Today for Tomorrow’s Drought

2026/09/17

According to Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist, thinking ahead could reduce some drought stress.

Soybeans and the Potassium Connection

2026/09/10

Today, we’re discussing how potassium can be critical for a soybean crop. Brady Goettl, NDSU Soil Science Specialist, has the facts.

Drought Stress and Pest Pressure Hit Northwest Minnesota Soybeans

2026/09/03

In the Crookston Minnesota area, the challenging weather has made an impact. Here to catch us up is, Angie Peltier, University of Minnesota Extension Crops Educator at the Northwest Research and Outreach Center in Crookston, MN.

West Central Soybeans: Managing Drought and Uneven Maturity

2026/08/27

The west central or Beulah area is the perfect example of variable. Craig Askim, NDSU Mercer County Extension Agent, has an update.

Drought Deepens: Tracking Dry Conditions Across North Dakota

2026/08/20

Here to discuss the drought monitor and long-range forecast is, Daryl Ritchison, North Dakota Agriculture Weather Network Director and State Climatologist.

South Central North Dakota Soybean Update: Drought Takes Center Stage

2026/08/13

The south central or Napoleon area is especially dry. Josh Becker, NDSU Logan County Extension Agent, says the soybeans are variable.

East Central Soybean Update: From Excellent to Goose Eggs

2026/08/06

Jeff Stachler, NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist has an update from east central North Dakota.

Spider Mites: Tiny Pest, Big Impact

2026/07/30

The soybean aphid is a common villain to soybeans but right now, spider mites are on the move. Jan Knodel, NDSU Extension Entomologist, has the latest.