Small Grains
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Oat Variety Trial Results
In 2025, oat variety trials were planted throughout various locations in South Dakota.
Spring Wheat Variety Trial Results
The 2025 spring wheat variety trials were planted throughout various locations in South Dakota.
Forage Variety Trial Results
The 2025 Forage Variety Trial Results include data from different locations in South Dakota.
Winter Wheat and Nitrogen: Decisions for 2026 Growing Season
With fertilizer representing one of the largest variable costs in wheat production, inefficient nitrogen use can quickly erode profit margins. This being said, an emphasis should be placed on how to improve nutrient management during the 2026 growing season.
Winter Wheat Variety Trial Results
The Winter Wheat Variety Trial Results are crop performance testing data from various locations across South Dakota.
Rye Variety Trial Results
2025 Rye Variety Trial Results in South Dakota.
Hessian Fly: Winter Wheat Planting Date Considerations
As winter wheat planting rapidly approaches, there are many factors that should be considered. One of those factors is choosing a planting date to avoid Hessian fly issues. Learn some expert tips for selecting a safe planting date for your region.
Volunteer Wheat and Kochia Management With Herbicides Will Likely Require Two Passes
Wheat curl mites, which carry wheat streak mosaic virus, use volunteer wheat and grass weeds as secondary hosts to infest recently planted winter wheat crops. Therefore, effective management of these plants before winter wheat planting is critical.
Aphid Populations Continue To Increase in Wheat
English grain aphid populations are continuing to increase in wheat. With increasing pressure, it is important to scout wheat fields to ensure that the populations do not cause yield loss.
Don’t Forget To Scout for Aphids in Wheat
Aphids are present in South Dakota wheat fields, and that means it’s time to start scouting.