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Kristine Lang and Rhoda Burrows look at some plants with two men inside a high tunnel

The South Dakota State University Southeast Research Farm to host Field Day on July 11

June 30, 2023

The South Dakota State University Southeast Research Farm Field Day will be held on July 11 near Beresford, South Dakota.

Three green plants that showcase A) waterhemp, B) redroot pigweed, and C) common lambsquarter.

Weeds Have Started to Flower!

Early-flowering waterhemp, redroot pigweed, and common lambsquarters show the importance of early weed control, as they can produce seeds before a delayed postemergence herbicide application.

Plant Profiles: Palmer Amaranth, Waterhemp, and Pigweed.

Vegetative Identification of Palmer Amaranth, Waterhemp, and Redroot Pigweed

Palmer amaranth is a non-native weed sharing common characteristics with waterhemp and redroot pigweed. Learn how to identify all three of these aggressive weeds before they become an issue in your fields this growing season.

Tractor with sprayer applying postemergence herbicide to soybeans.

Considerations for Postemergence Herbicides

Postemergence herbicide applications can protect your crop yields by limiting in-season weed competition. Learn everything you need to know before firing up your sprayer.

Tractor applying preemergence herbicide on a freshly planted field.

Considerations for Preemergence Herbicides

Weeds emerging with crop plants have the potential to reduce yields. Learn some tips for applying preemergence herbicides to control weeds before emergence to ensure that your yields aren't limited by early-season weeds.

Aerial photo of a field revealing crop productivity within a specified management zone.

Knowing the Soil Types in Your Fields Can Increase Weed Control

As soil temperatures increase, many farmers are beginning to plant crops and start preemergent weed control. Learn the important role that soil type can play in getting the most out of preemergence herbicide applications.

corn field with sunrise in the background

Best Management Practices for Corn Production

iGrow Corn is your unbiased, research-based guide to corn production, providing the latest recommendations to help increase yield, reduce input costs and protect your investment.

Paul O. Johnson giving a presentation near a research plot.

Paul O. Johnson Retires After Dedicated Career in SDSU Extension

June 08, 2022

Paul O. Johnson, SDSU Extension Weed Science Coordinator and Northeast Research Farm Coordinator, is retiring after a dedicated 33-year career supporting the people of South Dakota in his role at SDSU Extension.

Crop sprayer and a bottle of chemicals in a yard.

Read the Label

Last year, Bayer announced they would be phasing out glyphosate from the homeowner market, but they would be keeping the Roundup name for future marketing. Learn some important label considerations when purchasing Roundup-branded products.

abandoned barn surrounded by flood waters. Photo by Jeannie Mooney, FEMA

Effects of Spring Flooding on Weed Seed Movement

How does spring flooding impact weed seed movement and dispersal? The flooding that is occurring from spring snow melt may cause weed seeds that are on the soil surface or eroded soil to move, and possibly long distances.