The varieties include chickpeas, field peas and soybeans.

Farmland values across the state are up a modest 1.74% while cropland cash rents are up 0.77%.

Strong yields in 2016 provided a temporary relief to the downward pressure on land values and rents.

Buyers and renters should not be blinded by the many positives and ignore potential negative outcomes that could occur.

The prevailing theme fueling land markets since 2007 has been profitable crop production and low interest rates.

In 2020, the state average cropland value is $2,063 per acre.

The big positive influence on farm financial performance in 2016 was yields.

The application deadline has been extended to Sept. 11.

NDSU Extension specialists offer advice on soybean marketing and storage, and stress management.

North Dakota gardeners help select varieties of vegetables and flowers that grow well in the state.