With few exceptions, all crops show positive returns to labor and management in all regions of North Dakota where the projections were made.

The use of improved, herbicide-tolerant, high-yielding varieties or hybrids contribute to higher yields.

There was a large difference in profit by farm type.

The 2009 crop profit projections are better than expected and are favorable when viewed in a longer historical context.

Crop prices are down from the highs of 2007 and 2008 but are still strong when viewed in a longer historical perspective.

Canola can be a feed source if producers follow some common-sense precautions when introducing it to their livestock.

Depending on the region, a broad selection of nine to 18 crops are compared.

A spreadsheet can help producers decide whether prevented planting is a viable option.