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August 2019 Climate Outlook: Cool and Wet
According to the latest climate outlook update, odds are favoring that August 2019 will be cooler than average. The update was released by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center on July 31, 2019.
Fall Frost and September Climate Outlook for 2019
This year’s struggles with weather and climate are continuing this fall. Late planting of corn and soybeans in the spring have now combined with near average or cooler than average summertime temperatures. This combination has led to slow crop growth and the need for an extended frost-free season to ensure these crops reach maturity.
Oat Variety Trial Results
In 2023, oat variety trials were planted at 7 locations and a regional summary in South Dakota.
Field Pea Variety Trial Results
In 2023, field pea trials were planted at different locations in South Dakota.
Spring Wheat Variety Trial Results
The 2023 spring wheat reports include data from 10 locations with regional summaries.
2017-2018 Multi-State Organic Oat Variety Trial Results
The tight production margins currently present in agriculture have increased interest in growing organic oats.
Barley Variety Trial Results
In 2019, Barley trial was planted at one location in South Dakota.
Proso Millet Trial Results
In 2020, proso millet trials were conducted in 1 location in South Dakota.
Sorghum Trial Results
In 2023, sorghum trials were conducted in 2 locations in South Dakota.