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Ground Work 2022: Soybean Planting Progressing in Indiana
This spring has been a challenge — and that’s not just because of the wet, cool weather we had throughout April. I tore the meniscus…
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Ground Work 2021: North Dakota Soybean Harvest Rolling
Planting early and a hot, dry summer combined to allow us to start harvesting soybeans about 15 to 20 days earlier than normal. Those same…
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Quality U.S. Soyfood Beans: Careful Management in Ohio Protects Crop Quality
As one of the U.S. farmers raising high-quality, food-grade soybeans, I focus on protecting the quality of those soybeans throughout the season. In fact, every…
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Ground Work 2021: Rain Needed to Fill Out North Dakota Soybeans
Our fields are getting drier. After several weeks of ideal conditions, my town has recorded just 1 cm, or 0.4 inch, of rain in the…
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Ground Work 2021: Promoting Sustainable Practices in Michigan Soybeans
From mid-July through August, we are consistently watching and waiting for rain. Thankfully, we have had very timely rains so far this season in our…
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Ground Work 2021: Soybeans – and Other Crops – Blooming in Alabama
Our soybeans, and the rest of our crops, are looking good so far this season. This month, we have had adequate rainfall every few weeks…