A cropping systems trial at NDSU’s Carrington Research Extension Center shows manure has promise as fertilizer and is beneficial to the soil.

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

How much the test weight increases as the corn is dried is variable.

The NDSU Extension Service offers tips on stretching your food dollars.

The award celebrates outstanding NDSU alumni, showcasing their achievements and contributions in agriculture to students, faculty and the university community.

Drying time and temperature can cause corn kernels to become discolored.

NDSU’s grain drying expert offers advice on drying this year’s corn crop.

There may be more situations in 2012 than in the past where minor crops present an opportunity to increase farm profit.