Content by Christopher Graham
Peas Offer Options in 2020
Current events have made decisions around crop options very difficult this spring. Field peas are an option that may have a fit for some producers.
Winter Wheat Decisions
Winter wheat planting will soon be starting and a number of decisions will have to be made for a successful winter wheat crop, including: the time of planting, the choice of variety to be planted, disease and pest management decisions and crop insurance.
Determining Sorghum Seeding Rate
Seeding rate can have significant impacts on sorghum yields.
An identification guide of common Diseases of Dry Peas in South Dakota
A guide depicting common diseases of Dry Peas in South Dakota
Starter Fertilizer in Winter Wheat
Winter wheat planting season is soon at hand. Questions often abound on the issue of fertilization rates, timing and placement. Over the years, a lot of research has focused on starter fertilizers or split-applying nitrogen (N) and other nutrients. In general, phosphorus placed with the seed has been shown to increase tillering and total grain yield. Nitrogen is more uncertain, due to the possibility of salt burn and the associated yield losses.
Sorghum Trial Results
In 2024, sorghum trials were conducted in 2 locations in South Dakota.
Field Pea Variety Trial Results
2025 field pea trial results data from different locations in South Dakota.
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.
Split Application of Nitrogen in Winter Wheat
Adequate N early in the growing season is important to support healthy tillering and to give young plants the best opportunity to survive the sometimes-harsh South Dakota winter