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Soybean harvest delayed, while sugar beet harvest close to finish line

Soybean harvest delayed, while sugar beet harvest close to finish line Soybeans are known as the “wonder crop” because they’re put to many different uses.

By Jon Knutson , October 28, 2009

Minnesota farmers upset over proposed flood diversion

Right now, it’s just a line on a map. The red stripe marks the proposed route of a channel a half-mile wide in rural Clay County, an imprecise indication of where floodwater funneled away from Fargo-Moorhead by a billion-dollar ditch would go.

By Dave Roepke , October 25, 2009

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Challenging fall harvest leads to questions about soybean drying and winter storage

A challenging soybean harvest is creating many questions related to storage and drying.

By Jim Stordahl , October 23, 2009

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Beet harvest resumes after 4-day layoff

Most of American Crystal Sugar Co.’s receiving stations opened again Sunday to take in sugar beets, which started up the harvest again after a four-day delay because of cold temperatures and rain.

By Stephen J. Lee , October 19, 2009

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Soybean handling and storage

Soybeans are usually traded on a 13 percent moisture basis, so it is to the farmer’s advantage to harvest, store, and sell soybeans as close to 13 percent moisture (wet basis) as possible. Soybeans that are wetter than 13 percent moisture are likely to mold under warm conditions and buyers usually apply shrink factors and drying charges when wet beans are delivered.

By Jim Stordahl , October 16, 2009

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Beet farmers trying to beat wet fields, cold conditions

Beet farmers trying to beat wet fields, cold conditions Even with the wet weather this past week, one local beet farmer isn’t worried about the current harvest. Not just yet, anyway.

October 09, 2009

Post-harvest tips for later maturing corn

The cool growing season has delayed corn maturity creating concern among corn growers. The biggest challenge with corn is removing the excess moisture after harvest. Last year, many acres remained in the field until the kernel moisture was low enough for a practical harvest.

By Jim Stordahl , October 09, 2009

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Heavy rains hurting sugar beet harvest

Heavy rains hurting sugar beet harvest Despite weather, outlook better than last year’s
Seven good days. That’s what Amenia farmer Bill Hejl needs to finish this year’s sugar beet harvest.

By Jon Knutson , October 07, 2009

The time is now to apply for sustainable agriculture grants from MDA

From developing cold hardy kiwifruit to extending the vegetable growing season, many Minnesota farmers and researchers have turned their ideas into viable production practices with the help of a Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Sustainable Agriculture Grant.

September 25, 2009

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Randolph farmer has ‘berry’ good idea

RANDOLPH — Childhood memories can be sweet and Pat Altrichter’s certainly were. She recalled wild “June” berries growing abundantly and always ready for the picking. Grabbing a handful right off the bush and popping them into her mouth was a sweet memory indeed, but for some reason it seemed as if the supply had dwindled as time passed.

September 25, 2009

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Explore the wonders of fall’s harvest bounty

There’s enough to do in Minnesota this fall to plan a week’s vacation or fill up your weekends, so don’t miss the chance to take in the wildly colorful scenery and the abundant harvest of Minnesota grown agricultural products.

September 25, 2009

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How to stop spread of cluster flies

Over the past few weeks, we have been fending off a bumper crop of large, often slow moving flies. These flies are known as cluster flies, a name that describes their habit of clustering in large numbers inside attics.

By Jim Stordahl , September 25, 2009

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Bumper harvest for wild rice: Skilled teams shake loose 100 pounds per hour

Bumper harvest for wild rice: Skilled teams shake loose 100 pounds per hour Ardy McCradie of rural Grandin, N.D., came to Lower Rice Lake in Clearwater County this year for vacation, which was just for ricing.

By Brian Basham and Pippi Mayfield , September 18, 2009

Conference offers youth perspective on gardening programs

Conference offers youth perspective on gardening programs CHANHASSEN — Put a kid in a garden and watch what grows! A bountiful harvest of self-esteem, responsibility, love of nature and positive work ethic, are just a few of the amazing bumper “crops.”

September 18, 2009

Members selected, announced for new Feeding Minnesota Task Force

Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Gene Hugoson has named nine members to serve on the new Feeding Minnesota Task Force. The group is charged with developing a plan to take surplus food and resources and disperse it to those in need.

September 18, 2009

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