Experiments included top hybrid checks recommended by the industry in target environments, including western and northern North Dakota.

A positive is that projected yields for most crops have increased.

Grain stores best when it is cool and dry.

Price projections are given for the major crop commodities and livestock and livestock products.

At first glance, the projected prices per bushel look good at $5.65 for corn, $12.87 for soybeans and $8.44 for spring wheat.

High levels of nitrates in corn silage can be toxic to animals and humans.

Moisture content and maturity can vary greatly across fields.

However, producers may want to be more aggressive than normal in forward-pricing crops that provide acceptable profit.

Grain storability depends on grain quality, moisture content and temperature.

Hog producers could see higher prices for feed for their animals.