Tool Available to Weigh PP Decisions
NDSU Extension has developed a spreadsheet to help farmers evaluate prevented planting decisions. “Producers in North Dakota are waiting for fields to dry out so they can start field work and crop planting,” says Andrew Swenson, NDSU Extension farm management specialist. “Though it is early, once planting starts rapid progress can be made with today’s […]
Dry Bean Plantings Estimated to Rise
According to the USDA Prospective Planting report, U.S. farmers intend to plant 1.37 million acres of dry edible beans in 2020. That is up 7 percent from the previous year’s 1.29 million acres. Planted area is expected to be above last year in all estimating states except California. Minnesota farmers intend to plant 215,000 acres […]
Beans with Spring Greens
Greens like arugula, spinach and watercress are at their freshest in early spring, even when there is still frost in the air. Enjoy them with pink or pinto beans in this fast recipe that is packed with the flavors of spring. Discover the recipe here.
Dry Bean Scene
Farmers are planning for the 2020 crop. Leeds, North Dakota farmer Eric Jorgenson says despite some challenges, the outlook for dry beans remains positive. Get the details in the latest Dry Bean Scene from the Northarvest Bean Growers Association on the Red River Farm Network.
Farmers Waiting to Start Fieldwork
The recent snow and rain has delayed spring fieldwork. At Hatton, North Dakota, Dean Nelson of Kelly Bean Company says the area received around an inch of rain in the latest system. “Prior to that, I hadn’t really seen anybody out doing fieldwork in the immediate area.” Nelson says farmers are anxiously waiting for a […]
Dry Bean Scene
[audio mp3="https://northarvestbean.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/042619-Dry-Bean-Scene-17.mp3"][/audio]USDA Crop Progress – April 22
North Dakota farmers are planting crops in the western part of the state. However, USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service says, on average, farmers intend to begin fieldwork closer to May. Topsoil moisture rates at 91 percent adequate to surplus. Snowmelt and receding floodwaters are causing saturated cropland across Minnesota. In the southern part of […]
