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Millipedes May Be Responsible for Reduced Soybean Stands in 2020
When we think of millipedes, it is usually as a nuisance pest indoors. However, there have been reports in South Dakota and neighboring states of millipedes being more than just a nuisance in 2020.
Currants: How to Grow It
Currants are small shrubs that can provide fruit even in partially or lightly shaded locations. Learn some expert tips for planting, growing, and harvesting them in this resource!
Grapes for Your Garden
Grapes in the Dakotas? Given an appropriate growing site and care, grape vines can last for decades or more in our climate thanks to the efforts of grape breeders over the past thirty years.
Galls on Canada Thistle: Biological Management at Work
A common sight this summer on Canada thistle is odd growths (also known as galls) on stems. These galls are a product of thistle stem gall fly attacking Canada thistle plants.
Edamame: Harvest and Storage
Edamame is the Japanese name for edible, immature soybeans, which are cooked prior to eating. Learn how to select, grow, harvest and store edamame with this helpful guide!
It’s Easter Lily Time!
There are several things to keep in mind when selecting an Easter lily plant to take home.
Alternatives to Postemergence Dicamba Applications
Cancellations of three dicamba labels on June 6, 2020 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, left many farmers looking for options for effective weed control this summer.
The Value of a Preemergence Herbicide After a Dry Period During the Growing Season
Preemergence herbicides are an essential component of weed management, even when early season weather isn't cooperative. Learn about some of the benefits they can offer following a dry growing season.
Disposable Gloves: Guidelines for Food Handlers
Improper handling of food and poor personal hygiene by food handlers are leading causes of foodborne illness. Disposable gloves do not take the place of good hygiene and proper hand-washing.
Coleus: A Color for Every Garden
Coleus have long been a great plant for gardens, generally grown as foliage plants that offer a huge variety of foliage colors, and can be grown in a variety of soils in part-shade to sun.