In the Pod: Soybean Updates

The cover crop summit is jammed packed with helpful information and programs. Alexis Correira, NDSU Conservation Agronomist, has reflections of the summit.

The cold and wet conditions are keeping soybean farmers out of the field. Are there ways around it? Jeff Stachler, NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist has some answers.

With oil prices still high, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on bio fuel policies. Matt Gammans, NDSU Assistant Professor, in the Agribusiness and Applied Economics department, has the latest.

John Rickertsen, NDSU Hettinger Research Agronomist, has the latest from the southwestern part of North Dakota.

It may feel premature but it is time to think about early season weed control in soybean. Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weeds Specialist has the details.

There are bad and good bacteria in a farmer’s field. Barney Geddes, NDSU Microbiological Sciences, Assistant Professor, is recruiting the good guys.

Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist, has a look into the extended forecast and the ups and downs of potentially planting early.

AI can help to determine the optimal production practice for a field. Working with AI is Shawn Conley, Soybean and Small Grain Specialist with the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

With soybean, finding the optimum phosphorus level can be challenging. Lindsay Malone, NDSU Assistant Professor in Conservation Agronomy, is conducting a phosphorus study. 

The war in Iran may be far away but it could have a major impact on this year’s planting season. Frayne Olson, NDSU Extension Crops Economist, has the latest developments. 

Before planting soybeans it’s a good idea to get a jump on some of those nasty pathogens. So today, we’re talking about seed treatment, with Wade Webster, NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist.

Weed control in soybean may be a bit easier this year because of a dicamba label release. Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weeds Specialist has the details.

2026 is showing low returns for some of the major crops. Here to walk us through the budget projection is Ron Haugen, NDSU Farm Management Specialist.

The North Dakota Soybean Council is exploring other markets and connecting with people, in order to open more trade doors. Evan Montgomery, Vice Chairman of the North Dakota Soybean Council, recently traveled to Thailand and Vietnam. 

How important is inoculating soybeans? Victor Gomes, NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist, has the research.

Here with a peek into the economic outlook for 2026 is Bryon Parman, NDSU Agricultural Finance Specialist.

Our guest this week will be one of the featured speakers at the Northern Corn and Soybean Expo. Ken Gilliam, Vice President of the Directions Group will focus on strategy.

It is also a good time for professional development. Here, with a few opportunities, is Angie Peltier, University of Minnesota Extension Crops Educator at the Northwest Research and Outreach Center in Crookston, MN.

Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist has more of the ups and downs of the 2025 soybean growing season and a look into 2026.

Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist has the ups and downs of this year’s growing season, in part one of the 2025 growing season wrap up.

This time of year, researchers and producers look forward to the variety yield report. This independent report helps farmers with seed shopping. Carrie Dottey, NDSU Soybean Breeder, has the latest. 

Ron Haugen, NDSU Farm Management Specialist, has advise on income taxes and the changes from last year.

Managing the right mix of fertilizer can be challenging. Brady Goettl,  NDSU Soil Science Specialist, has some answers.

How did the soybean season measure up in Minnesota? Here with a report is Sergio Cabello-Leiva, Director of Research for the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council.

Winter is right around the corner giving farmers a break from field work. There are many opportunities for further learning. Here with the latest is Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist.Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist.

What are the benefits and takeaways from an integrated crop/livestock system? Here to explain is Miranda Meehan, NDSU Extension Livestock Environmental Stewardship Specialist.

Here to talk about the latest China agreement, is Frayne Olson, NDSU Extension crops economist.

Here to talk about the latest harvest technology additions, is Tony Kramer, Product Manager of Planting Technology at RDO Equipment Company.

Farming is difficult and it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed. Sean Brotherson, NDSU Extension Family Science Specialist, is here to talk about some of the healthy habits farmers can utilize.

According to Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weed Control Specialist, soybean weed management extends into the next season.

The North Dakota Soybean Growers Association is an advocate for North Dakota soybeans. Justin Sherlock is the president and today’s guest.

Why talk about SCN at this time of the year? Wade Webster, NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist, has the details.

Farmers will need to store a lot of crop. Ken Hellevang, NDSU Extension Ag Engineer, has critical information about alternative storage. 

Where will North Dakota soybeans go after this year’s harvest? This impacts soybean prices, how to handle and store them. Jim Thompson, Chairman of the North Dakota Soybean Council, is here to provide some clarity

Recently, some farmers were hit with early season frost. How does frost impact soybeans at this point in the season? Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist will fill us in.

Weed control in soybeans may be even more challenging this year. This according to Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weeds Specialist.

Western North Dakota can be very different from the eastern side of the state. Here to give us an update on western soybeans is Gautam Pradhan, NDSU Research Agronomist.

Soybean aphids are on the move. But is this good or bad news? Jan Knodel, NDSU Extension Entomologist, will fill us in. 

It’s as bad as its’ name, Sudden Death Syndrome. The second most feared pathogen that attacks soybeans. Wade Webster, NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist, has the facts. 

Can the benefits of cover crops outweigh any drawbacks? Marisol Berti, NDSU forage and cover crop researcher has answers.  

Pesticides are important tools for farmers but keeping up with the rules and regulations, is complex. Here to explain the pesticide program is Madeleine Smith, NDSU Extension Pesticide Specialist.

Being efficient with chemicals is cheaper and better for the environment. Our guest today is Rob Proulx, Extension Agriculture Technology Systems Specialist.

The growing conditions can be dramatically different, depending on the location. Jason Hanson, Owner of Rock & Roll Agronomy, has the story from the Ramsey county area.

Rain can mean a great deal to any crop but the timing of the rain, can be critical for the spread of white mold. Wade Webster, NDSU Extension Plant Pathologist has the facts.

The recent rain and cooler weather helped to slow down some insects but they are regrouping according to Jan Knodel, NDSU Extension Entomologist.

Weed control in soybeans may be even more challenging this year. This according to Joe Ikley, NDSU Extension Weeds Specialist.

Planting soybeans into green cover crops and a north central update from Chandler Gruener, NDSU Extension Soil Health Specialist.

This season’s rain, wind and varied temperatures are creating challenging conditions for farmers. Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension Agronomist, has the latest.

Soybean farmers have some major challenges with IDC and soybean aphids. Here to guide us is Anitha Chirumamilla, NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist.

How does acidic soil affect soybeans? What are management options? Here to guide us is Victor Gomes, NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist