October 2019 North Dakota Soybean

VOLUME 8 • ISSUE 5 OCTOBER 2019

Contents 6 Right Where He Belongs 24 CommonGround ND Partners With NORTH DAKOTA SOYBEAN GROWERS ASSOCIATION Multiple Field-to-Plate Dinners to PRESIDENT 9 Meet Our Intern Joe Ericson, Wimbledon | D4 | [email protected] Serve up Agricultural Conversations 9 Looking to Diversify with Livestock? VICE PRESIDENT 25 Ag Adventure Day at the Red River Ryan Pederson, Rolette | D7 | [email protected] 10 Changing Weed Management Zoo Helps Kids Understand Modern SECRETARY Behaviors Agriculture Greg Gussiaas, Carrington | D5 | [email protected] TREASURER 12 Managing the Unplanted 26 Soy is Easy to Add to Your Meals Kasey Bitz, LaMoure | D2 | [email protected] 14 Twenty-Three Participants From 28 Fore! the Fun of it DIRECTORS Across the World Attend NCI’s Spencer Endrud, Buxton | D3 | [email protected] 30 Guest Column Sam Landman, Northwood | D6 | [email protected] INTSOY Course Mike Appert, Hazelton | D8 | [email protected] Small Refinery Waivers Bad Deal Matt Swenson, Kindred | At-Large | [email protected] 15 Harvest-Time Safety Tips May Not Be for Biodiesel Logan Ferry, Manvel | At-Large | [email protected] New... But They Could Save Your Life Joshua Stutrud | Corteva Young Leader | [email protected] Joshua Askew | Corteva Young Leader | [email protected] 16 Cover Story AMERICAN SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION DIRECTORS The Soybean Marketing Saga Josh Gackle, Kulm | [email protected] Monte Peterson, Valley City | [email protected] 18 Ag Programs Play a Leading Role Departments in 2019 4 ND Legislative Interim Update NORTH DAKOTA SOYBEAN COUNCIL 20 CHAIRMAN U.S.-Japan Natto Summit Held 5 President’s Letter Joe Morken, Casselton | D4 | [email protected] in Fargo 8 North Dakota Soybean VICE CHAIRMAN 21 Benefits of U.S. Soy Global Trade Council Report Austin Langley, Warwick | D9 | [email protected] Exchange SECRETARY 32 Getting to Know the Grower Mike Langseth, Barney | D1 | [email protected] 22 Best Fuel Practices for Post Harvest 32 Getting to Know the Expert TREASURER 23 Dan Spiekermeier, Sheldon | D2 | [email protected] Prairie Fare Soyfoods and Health: What to Know 33 Bean Briefs DIRECTORS Mike Schlosser, Edgeley | D3 | [email protected] 23 NDSC Honors FFA Award Winner 33 Intern Lends a Helping Hand Rob Rose, Wimbledon | D5 | [email protected] to the NDSGA Levi Taylor, Ypsilanti | D6 | [email protected] Brian Jodock, Northwood | D7 | [email protected] Perry Ostmo, Sharon | D8 | [email protected] Adam Redmann, Saint Thomas | D10 | [email protected] Chris Brossart, Wolford | D11 | [email protected] Daniel Mock, Braddock | D12 | [email protected]

UNITED SOYBEAN BOARD DIRECTORS Jared Hagert, Emerado | [email protected] Jay Myers, Colfax | [email protected] Darren Kadlec, Pisek | [email protected] On the cover North Dakota farmers once again demonstrated their STAFF CREDITS resilience by battling difficult conditions during the PUBLISHER/EDITOR 2019 growing season. Excess rainfall in some areas, Nancy Johnson, NDSGA Executive Director [email protected] | (701) 640-5215 too little in others and a challenging market for

STAFF WRITER all meant growers had many cards stacked against Suzanne Wolf, NDSC Communications Director them. Despite those hurdles, North Dakota soy- [email protected] | (701) 566-9300 bean farmers have never lost their determination to CONTRIBUTING WRITERS grow quality soybeans to feed the world. Daniel Lemke Stephanie Sinner Harrison Weber —Photo courtesy of Wanbaugh Studios

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER Wanbaugh Studios Betsy Armour Images

NORTH DAKOTA SOYBEAN COUNCIL The North Dakota Soybean Grower is published six times a year by the North Dakota Soybean Growers 4852 Rocking Horse Circle South, Fargo, ND 58104 Association, 4852 Rocking Horse Circle South, Fargo, ND 58104. Website: www.ndsoygrowers.com. (701) 566-9300 | www.ndsoybean.org To update subscription information, please call (701) 566-9300 or email [email protected]. NORTH DAKOTA SOYBEAN GROWERS ASSOCIATION 4852 Rocking Horse Circle South, Fargo, ND 58104 Send editorial and advertising materials to Nancy Johnson, 4852 Rocking Horse Circle South, Fargo, ND 58104, (701) 566-9300 | www.ndsoygrowers.com [email protected]. Publication of editorial or advertising material in the North Dakota Soybean Grower magazine does not imply endorsement by the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association. Check The N.D. Soybean Growers Association and the N.D. Soybean Council do not agronomic advice with local sources and always read and follow product labels. endorse the use of products promoted in this magazine.

October 2019 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 3 ND Legislative Interim Update Staying Involved Legislative Director Emeritus Scott Rising North Dakota has trouble finding qualified help always said, “If you want to be able to tell the story, for many jobs which affect agriculture, so in the you need to be at the table.” For the policy side of past, the NDSGA has testified in support of bills the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association that would help guide students into the technical (NDSGA), I have found this statement to be true fields which are badly needed our industry, such as in the sense that staying involved with the issues information technology, welding, mechanics, etc. and the decision makers allows you to have not The initial chamber meeting in September only an identity, but also, to some degree, that seat mentioned that, perhaps, communicating with at the table. Therefore, we attempt to follow so both K-12 and higher education to help new laws many threads that affect agricultural producers. enacted last session would be more effective while Veteran lawmaker and educator Phil These past few months have included meetings exploring and discussing policies for the 2021 Murphy is the NDSGA liaison between that covered water quality, transportation, land session. With smart people here and in other states legislators and farmers. reclamation from saltwater spills, the automatic who have good ideas, helping the GNDCC with trespass issue and workforce development. Two input and effort can pay off down the road. different agencies and industries (such as agricul- issues, transportation and workforce shortages, No matter the issue, it is relatively easy to ture) can convey to the legislators what their status have been taken up by the Greater North Dakota generate good ideas, but you may have noticed, and needs may be. Chamber of Commerce (GNDCC) in the form and I have learned to my great frustration, that As mentioned in the last magazine, the Agri- of committees which are attempting to make a implementing change statewide can be very slow. culture and Transportation Committee will be difference in the state. Consensus needs to be built through education and studying grain inspection and will begin its work Actions on transportation have resulted in an discussion, and then marketing or selling the idea, during the first week of October. The Natural Re- ongoing effort to form a Transportation Coalition even one that might be aided by law. For example, sources Committee has begun its work to see what which would include an initial membership fee of think about the societal changes regarding seatbelts can be done with the ever-present issue of posting $1,000 and annual dues of $500 going forward. and smoking.dakota The innovation,changes take researcha lot of time and and technology laws. WorkshopThe Energy, Development and Transmission The idea is to identify which transportation issues effort. How do we properly fund transportation Committee will be looking at what has taken place can and should get attention and, then, to create as the national support levels diminish? Who pays for new practices which, hopefully, can return policy ideas which could be proposed as bills. Shar- when we need to give students who are going into some land to production after having suffered ing information with legislators, the Department careers which are helpful to agriculture a break in through salt/production water spills. I was on that of Transportation and various users would also be a tuition? Often, funding is where good intentions committee in 2013 when members encouraged big part of transforming these ideas into policy. and ideas run into defeat, so that is where dis- North Dakota State University and the University While the construction, manufacturing, tourism cussion with legislators and other governmental of North Dakota’s Energy and Environmental and retail sectors are discussing these matters, we agencies becomes crucial. Research Center to work together in order to get feel it is important for agriculture to be involved, Following interim committees is important in the land back into shape. Maybe these institutions and we aspire to be at that table as often as prac- order to understand what legislators are thinking. have a viable solution. As mentioned earlier, these tical. The same is true of workforce development. These meetings become a place where people from changes take time.

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4 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | October 2019 President’s Letter Evening the Score In a perfect world, most farmers I know would we learned that one North Dakota lawmaker heard love nothing more than to just be able to focus on from approximately 300 constituents who opposed growing and marketing their crops. How enjoyable the bill. Not a single person spoke in support of the it would be to concentrate on caring for crops and bill to this legislator. Not one. livestock without worrying about other distractions I realize that, while agriculture is one of North such as regulations, trade issues or legislation. Those Dakota’s most important economic drivers, farmers issues would be handled by someone else, and we are a minority population. Still, this 300 to 0 tally is a could just do our thing. stark illustration that we cannot expect someone else Unfortunately, that’s not the world in which to speak on our behalf. We must be willing to let our we live. voices be heard on issues that are important to us. Joe Ericson As farmers, we contend with many issues; some The NDSGA works diligently on behalf of President, North Dakota things are under our control while many others are North Dakota farmers. NDSGA representatives Soybean Growers Association not. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that are at the capitol and at hearings, hosting legislators Email: someone else will worry about those challenges and working with administration officials, while ac- [email protected] while we do what’s comfortable. tively operating our own farms. As an organization, Website: At a recent North Dakota Soybean Growers we’ve been successful on many fronts to advocate ndsoygrowers.com Association (NDSGA) board meeting, we discussed for our fellow farmers. However, there’s nothing legislation from the most recent legislative assembly that will influence a lawmaker more than a call, an may be a step our comfort zone. A 300 to 0 deficit that would automatically post private land as no email or a personal conversation with a constituent. is proof that there are plenty of people willing to trespassing. The NDSGA supported the legislation Even though we’d probably rather be tilling make those connections, but they may not have our because board members felt that it protected private a field or moving grain, we have to be willing to interests in mind. landowner’s property rights. The bill narrowly failed. take a few minutes of our time to call or email our It’s up to us to even the score. We can’t depend While talking about the no trespass legislation, representatives in order to voice our concerns. It on someone else to do it for us. Membership Application To join ASA and the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association, complete and return this application with payment. Name: �� Do you raise: Spouse: �� o Cattle o Hogs o Poultry o Dairy

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ogan Ferry has never really wavered in his life’s goal. work toward more minimum or From an early age, it was obvious that farming was in strip till, and incorporate cover L crops, both for cattle and soil con- his future. edible beans, corn and sunflowers. Full Immersion servation,” Ferry explains. “It creates “I’ve been 100 percent positive Logan and his dad also run a cow- Ferry says that he is interested in a simplicity. You don’t have to make about that my whole life,” Ferry calf operation. all aspects of the farm, but he is in- two tillage passes, instead maybe just explains. “I bought sugarbeet stock “We’ve got a little of everything, trigued by the promise of precision one or sometimes none. With cattle while I was in college. Both sides of which keeps it fun,” Ferry says. “It agriculture and reduced tillage. in the mix, I think cover crops can my family farm, and farming is what makes every day different.” “Operationally, I would like to bring something back to the land.” I know. That’s been pretty clear to anyone who knows me.” After graduating from high school, Ferry attended North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton to study farm management before returning to the family farm. Roots to the land run deep in the family because Ferry is the fifth generation on the family farm near Manvel, North Dakota, joining his father and uncle in the operation. Over 125 years ago, the family homesteaded the land located a mile west of the Red River. Today, the farming operation is very diversified, and it includes wheat, barley, soybeans, sugarbeets, Manvel farmer Logan Ferry knew early on there would be no better place for him than on the family farm.

6 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | October 2019 Difficult economics in agriculture to keep it even keel. If you can make are making conditions challenging for it through the tougher conditions, farmers nationwide. Low prices and that broadens your perspective and trade disruptions are limiting profit prepares you for future situations.” opportunities and chewing up farm Although current conditions are equity. Ferry is moving forward while challenging for growers of all ages, keeping an eye on the bottom line. Ferry is still enthusiastic about what “These are challenging times for the future holds for him and other young farmers. Farming is a tough North Dakota farmers. business to get into, and conditions “With these uncertain markets, now might be discouraging some we may see some farmers get out young guys from getting in, and the of the business,” Ferry says. “We’re last year has been off the charts,” Fer- in a very fragile time, but at the ry says. “I just have to keep pushing. same time, with advancements like I can’t worry about what’s out of my precision agriculture, I think there’s control. My goal is to market the a bright future.” best I can, raise the best crop I can Ferry has moved from a young leader development program into Emerging Young Leader a seat as NDSGA director to learn more and contribute to the and not go crazy on the spending.” In addition to his farming respon- soybean industry’s advancement. In addition to his own experience sibilities, Ferry is a director for the and education, Ferry can draw upon DuPont Young Leader Program). fellow soybean leaders. North Dakota Soybean Growers the resources of his father and uncle The Young Leader Program “I enjoy meeting other farmers. Association (NDSGA). He was first who survived treacherous economic enhances participants’ skills through A lot of other board members are connected to the NDSGA when times themselves. leadership, communication, and is- about the same age, so not only do he was selected to participate in “My dad and uncle went through sues-based training while building a we hear about the issues, but we get the American Soybean Association the challenges of the 1980s and the strong peer network and generating to bounce ideas off each other. You and Corteva Agriscience’s Young good times in 2012,” Ferry says. increased success for their businesses don’t always get that,” Ferry says. Leader Program (formerly called the “The approach they taught me was and communities. Many graduates “But, it’s not a hayride. I’m still new- of this training program, including er to the board and still learning.” Ferry, assume leadership roles Long Haul with their state and national Having a hand in supporting ag- soybean associations. riculture is an important motivator “The Young Leader Program was for Ferry, especially because he has a good stepping-stone to become Join our family of growers who share our passion for no intention of doing anything else. more aware of what’s going on in cultivating goodness. We’d like you to grow with us. “My goal is to farm as long as I the industry,” Ferry contends. “It’s a can,” Ferry says. “It’s never crossed golden opportunity.” Pulses | Soybeans | Flax | Cereal Grains | Corn my mind to do anything else. Farm- Ferry has used the experience ing is what I want to do because he gained as a young leader and that’s what makes me happy.” NDSGA director to help himself as Ferry says that he enjoys working a farmer and to benefit fellow with his dad and uncle and that he Our HFI family: soybean growers. suntava appreciates how most of his extend- “There’s so much more that goes ed family also lives nearby. That on in the industry that most people family connection to the land, both never see. Serving on the board now and for the future, is part of broadens my perspective and helps Let’s cultivate goodness, why Ferry feels completely at home me as a farmer,” Ferry says. “I get to together. right where he is. learn while promoting the benefit of “I get to work around my dad and Call 844-275-3443 or our industry, which is important for uncle every day. We get along well, visit HFIfamily.com North Dakota.” so it’s awfully rewarding,” Ferry says. Because the NDSGA works on “Our family farm has been in the policies which affect North Dakota same spot since 1874. That means a farmers, Ferry says that he’s learned lot. We’re doing the right things for a lot about the need for farmer our farm, so it will be available to the involvement and how that participa- sixth or seventh generations if they tion works in the legislative process. want to keep it going.” Equally valuable to Ferry are the © 2017 Healthy Food Ingredients. connections that he’s made with —Story and photos by Daniel Lemke

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® Shaping Our Future I’ll admit that, before I began serving on the Council recognizes this and works hard to form and North Dakota Soybean Council (NDSC), I wasn’t to strengthen connections with the people who want fully aware of everything the organization does. I our soybeans. knew about the NDSC, but my knowledge only Before I was elected to the board, I didn’t realize scratched the surface of the council’s involvement the difference that the board makes for soybean and influence. farmers. We can take great pride in what we do Years ago, the farmer who represented my because it’s an important job. In addition to directing district and I served on another board together. He the investment of North Dakota soybean checkoff approached me about considering the NDSC board. funds, we host trade delegations with current and I gave it a try because the Council’s mission sounded prospective customers. We meet with our clients interesting to me and worth my time. to build relationships and help them understand Perry Ostmo I was right. the care and commitment that we put into growing Sharon, North Dakota After serving on the NDSC board for six years, I high-quality soybeans. Email: now have a broader appreciation for the work that To a person, NDSC directors are involved because [email protected] the Council and staff do to benefit North Dakota they realize that we, as soybean farmers, are all in this Website: farmers. Whether it’s supporting research, working together. Making decisions and supporting efforts www.ndsoybean.org to develop new soybean uses or cultivating new that benefit North Dakota farmers assist all of us. markets, I have learned a great deal about the effect The board has a diverse set of backgrounds and expe- of directors: that the checkoff makes for North Dakota and on riences that meld into one mission of helping North • District 2: Ransom and Sargent Counties my farm. Dakota become a premier soybean supplier. • District 8: Nelson, Griggs and Steele Counties One thing that I’ve learned from my time serving My time on the NDSC is limited. My term ends • District 10: Cavalier, Pembina and the NDSC is the value of personal relationships. in March of 2020, so there will be an opportunity Walsh Counties Meeting face to face with our customers, both for someone new to step in to learn and to help grow • District 12: McKenzie, Dunn, Billings, Golden domestic and international, is an eye-opening expe- the state’s soybean industry. In fact, there are several Valley, Slope, Bowman, Stark, rience and a vital part of doing business. Building positions open for North Dakota farmers who want Hettinger, Adams, Mercer, Oliver, soybean markets is often done on a very personal to have a hand in shaping their future. Morton, Grant, Sioux, McLean, level. We and our customers both benefit when we In 2020, the NDSC will seek four soybean farm- Burleigh, Kidder, Logan, Sheridan, can build a mutually beneficial partnership. The ers from the following districts to serve on its board Emmons and McIntosh Counties

10 “I urge you to HH consider how you could help shape the state’s soybean industry by participating in NDSC’s election process by either nominating yourself or a fellow HH8 soybean farmer in your area. I’m glad that I did, and I know you will be, too.” —Perry Ostmo HH12 More specifics about the Council elections will be shared in the December 2 issue of the North Dakota HH Soybean Grower.

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® Meet Our New Intern Marissa Tuhy joined the North Dakota Soybean Tuhy grew up in South Heart, North Dakota, Council (NDSC) at the end of August. This fall, and was actively involved with 4-H and Future Tuhy is a junior at North Dakota State University Farmers of America (FFA). These organizations (NDSU) pursuing a double major in Management developed and shaped Tuhy’s passion for the Communications and Agricultural Economics. She agriculture industry and serving others. She showed is involved with the Saddle and Sirloin club and Phi sheep and competed on many judging teams, Eta Sigma Honor Society as well as serving as the including meats, land, range and livestock. Tuhy president of the NDSU Agriculture Collective and strengthened her leadership skills by serving as a as an ambassador for the College of Agriculture, state 4-H ambassador and the North Dakota FFA Food Systems and Natural Resources. state secretary. “NDSC is proud to be able to offer an internship “I am excited to dive into my work as the to students in North Dakota who are interested marketing/communications intern for the in learning more about the soybean industry and NDSC,” says Tuhy. “I look forward to working preparing for a career in agriculture,” says NDSC alongside dedicated professionals who share Executive Director Stephanie Sinner. “We are my passion for agriculture while developing my delighted to have Marissa as part of our team this communication skills and gaining insight into fall, and we are looking forward to the expertise she other areas of our industry.” will bring to our outreach and education efforts for —Story by staff, photo by Betsy Armour North Dakota soybean producers.” Marissa Tuhy Looking to Diversify with Livestock? A strategic decision facing today’s farmers can be 7. Consult with an environmental engineer • Choose your site with the utmost care. whether to specialize or to diversify their farming during the site-selection process. o Contact the ND DEQ for a pre-permit site operation. The following is a brief, high-level starter • The NDLA will assist with developing and review. guide to consider developed by the North Dakota executing a community outreach plan. • Contact the NDLA for assistance with Livestock Alliance (NDLA) to help North Dakota Livestock Zoning and Permit community outreach. farmers plan for incorporating livestock into their Application Process Following successful permitting and construc- crop farms. • Access the applicable zoning authority. tion of a new livestock operation, the NDLA will NDLA Best Practices for o Call the ND DEQ or visit its website to offer assistance for planning and hosting an open Successful Permitting determine if the local county or township has house to celebrate this new addition to North • Contact the NDLA first to help provide support zoning authority. The NDLA strongly recom- Dakota’s livestock industry. throughout the permitting process. mends starting the application process at the Financial Assistance for North • Be diligent when selecting future livestock local level. Dakota Livestock Producers facility sites. • Typical permitting process may vary by location. There are multiple financial incentives available 1. Does it meet the applicable zoning set-backs For guidance on this process, contact the NDLA to livestock producers across the state. Contact the from neighbors and communities? for more information. North Dakota Department of Commerce’s Office 2. What is the proximity to high-traffic or • Once the local level is complete, begin the state of Economic Development and Finance for details recreational areas? permit-approval process. at (701) 325-5300 or www.business.nd.gov. 3. Where are the aquifers and other waters? o Complete the North Dakota application for For more information, contact NDLA Executive 4. Swine producers: does the distance to other approval of a livestock waste system. Director Amber Boeshans at (701) 712-1488 or swine operations comply with industry Recommendations from the [email protected]. Visit the NDLA biosecurity measures? North Dakota Department of website at www.ndlivestock.org. 5. Distance to utilities such as water Environmental Quality NDLA is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization and electricity. • Use an environmental engineer who is that assists farmers, ranchers and communities 6. The NDLA strongly recommends a pre- registered in North Dakota; a list can be with the development or expansion of the permit site review, a free service provided by provided upon request. livestock industry. the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (ND DEQ). —Story by staff

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Changing Weed Management Behaviors

wo years ago, a bus tour program to Nebraska in Peters says. “Farming practices in 2019 that are coupled with practices Torder to learn more about Palmer amaranth left in 2020 will, ultimately, pay divi- dends in 2021.” North Dakota State University are grown. The mission included took tillage from the equation as a Peters says that he saw areas (NDSU) Extension Agronomist NDSU Extension staff, members of management tool. Farmers bulked where strategic management plans Tom Peters fearful about the future the North Dakota Weed Control up on their cultural practices and were working well. Those efforts of crop farming if the weed ever came Board, farmers and ag retailers. didn’t just rely on chemicals. Growers included starting with clean fields to the state. “Behaviors in Nebraska have incorporated narrower row spacing, using postemergence burndown “I was scared to death about our changed since 2017,” Peters says. higher plant density, crop rotation, herbicides. Growers then applied soil prospects if Palmer amaranth ever got “Farmers there saw Palmer amaranth cover crops and field-edge control residual herbicides at multiple time established in North Dakota,” Peters control as strategically important. into their weed management plan. points beginning with a pre-emer- recalls. They have zero tolerance for weed “The farmers who understood the gence application and followed by Since that 2017 program, Palmer escapes.” situation and changed their behavior early post-emergence application. amaranth was discovered in five Peters says that the delegation used a continuous weed-management Finally, growers finished by using a North Dakota counties, although all visited an area of Nebraska that pri- plan. Their practices were implement- post-emergence herbicide. Farmers known stands were small and were marily used a no-till approach which ed in fields over the course of years,” applied a dicamba product or Liberty controlled. A follow-up program to as the closer, typically just before Nebraska in August 2019 left Peters a row closure. If needed, weed escapes bit more hopeful about a future with were pulled by hand. Those chemical Palmer amaranth. programs were complimented with “This time, I felt we could tackle cover crops seeded after wheat, corn the weed if an integrated plan could or soybean harvest to discourage be implemented,” Peters says. later-germinating Palmer amaranth. “There’s hope.” “That’s the recipe we’re going to Creating Awareness have to follow,” Peters explains. “We The North Dakota Soybean can’t allow Palmer amaranth to get Council awarded NDSU Extension established.” a grant for travel to the University Peters says that Palmer amaranth of Nebraska West Central Research can be expensive to control. Given and Extension Center at North Platte the current farm economics, farmers to learn how Palmer amaranth is Controlling every Palmer amaranth plant is important because likely can’t spend an exorbitant changing the way corn and soybeans each weed can produce a prolific amount of seed. amount on weed control. In

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® A Noxious Guest Palmer amaranth was added to the list of North Dakota’s noxious weeds in early 2019, becoming the 13th plant listed. Landowners and operators are required to do whatever they can to control the spread of noxious plants because those plants can be injurious to the land, people and livestock. Stan Wolf, Cass County weed officer, is one of the people responsible for enforcing the state’s noxious-weed laws. Weed officers are the first line of defense on all grasslands and rangelands in North Dakota. Wolf credits NDSU Extension with raising awareness about Palmer amaranth. “Farmer owners and operators know about Palmer,” Wolf says. “They may not know exactly what it looks like, but they’re doing a good job of looking. The main thing is, if they see something that’s not normal, get it Farmers can quickly lose fields infested with Palmer amaranth if not managed and weeds controlled when they’re small. identified. Work with your agronomist, Extension or a weed officer, someone who can identify what the plant is.” Nebraska, if Palmer amaranth is herbicides,” Peters says. “It’s a Wolf is concerned about Palmer amaranth not only on cropland, but also established, Peters says that farmers long-term view, rather than a year-by- in other areas such as fencerows, pastures and shelter belts. He says that, if may need to spend as much as year view.” those areas aren’t controlled, weed seed is free to move around via water or $100 per acre on weed control. “We also need to think about birds. Of particular concern to Wolf are hunting food plots. He says that Stutsman County NDSU Exten- rotating herbicides within the whole these areas are typically in hidden spots, out of sight from most people, sion Agent Alicia Harstad took part crop rotation, not only within the which make them attractive to wildlife. Those areas could harbor noxious in the Nebraska program to learn same growing season,” Harstad says. weeds such as Palmer amaranth, especially if the plot was seeded with about research being done by the “For example, take a look and see products purchased from other states. Two of Minnesota’s Palmer amaranth University of Nebraska and to see what herbicide modes of action you infestations originated from conservation planting seed and contaminated how farmers were coping with Palmer are using in your soybeans this year, cover-crop seed. amaranth. and try to avoid using the same ones “Who knows where that seed came from?” Wolf asks. “Any seed source is “We saw Palmer that was growing in your corn the following year.” suspect if not produced locally in areas known to be Palmer amaranth-free.” taller than corn,” Harstad says. “In Harstad says that farmers need to Noxious weeds listed in North Dakota include that same cornfield, there were also 4- think beyond just herbicides and con- • Absinth Wormwood • Canada Thistle • Dalmatian Toadflax to 6-inch-tall Palmer plants growing sider other factors that affect weed • Diffuse Knapweed • Houndstongue • Leafy Spurge under the canopy.” control, such as spray quality, using • Musk Thistle • Palmer amaranth • Purple Loosestrife Like Peters, Harstad knows that the right adjuvant, getting the crop • Russian Knapweed • Saltcedar • Spotted Knapweed North Dakota farmers need to be to canopy faster and other • Yellow Toadflax proactive about weed control. She production practices. says that farmers are already strug- “There isn’t an ‘easy’ button when it gling with herbicide-resistant kochia comes to weed control,” Harstad adds. and that waterhemp is becoming While Palmer amaranth has a increasingly difficult to control. reputation as a formidable weed, “If we are proactive about weed Harstad encourages farmers to apply control, we can prevent complete the same approach to managing a field disasters. If we are reactive much more common pest. about weed control, it will be a losing “I am glad people are looking battle,” Harstad says. for and are worried about Palmer,” Long-Term Solution Harstad says, “but we need to make sure to not forget about waterhemp.” Agronomists and weed experts Whether for waterhemp or Palmer know that successful weed manage- amaranth, commitment to diversified ment will involve long-term plans, management practices will be a deter- not just choosing which herbicides to mining factor in a farmer’s ability to spray that year. control these troublesome weeds. “It could be a 3- or 4-year plan that Palmer amaranth control is going to require an aggressive, includes crop rotations and cover —Story by Daniel Lemke, photos by multi-pronged approach to keep fields clean, according to crops, then think strategically about NDSU Extension NDSU researchers.

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Managing the Unplanted

aying that farmers across North Dakota and issue next year.” “Prevented planting provides the Snationwide faced challenges during the 2019 growing perfect conditions for certain weeds to enjoy a good seed bed,” explains season is an understatement. Wet reported over 830,000 prevented tention for weed control and nutrient crop consultant Sarah Lovas. “If those conditions through much of the planting acres in North Dakota alone. management. weeds, like waterhemp or ragweed, Corn Belt resulted in an estimated Just because farmers were unable Unplanted acres can be the perfect are difficult to control or are herbi- 19.4 million acres of prevented plant- to plant crops in those areas doesn’t environment for weeds to grow un- cide resistant, areas where farmers ing according to the USDA Farm mean management stops. In fact, checked. If the fields are dry enough took prevented planting provide the Service Agency (FSA). The FSA unplanted areas require additional at- to allow implements in, farmers could perfect conditions for them to grow.” manage weeds by spraying, tilling and establishing cover crops. Spreading the Word “A lot of prevent plant acres in Ikley participated in a series of North Dakota have been tilled,” says meetings across North Dakota to Joe Ikley, North Dakota State help farmers address concerns with University (NDSU) Extension weed prevented planting acres. He says control specialist. “If that tillage was that the main thing farmers need to done in late July and fields were not understand is what weed species have worked again or planted to cover gone to seed. crops, there will likely be some weed “The biggest thing is to know the management issues.” weeds that have seeded and then be Weed management experts have strategic. If it’s waterhemp, that long advised farmers to watch for weed is easier to control in corn weed trouble spots or escapes while than in soybeans,” Ikley says, “so it’s fields are harvested. Noting the important to know what’s in the seed type of weed and the location can bank because it could affect next help growers formulate next year’s year’s rotation.” management plan. That practice is Ikley says that waterhemp is likely still recommended for planted and the main weed concern, but there unplanted fields. could be other weeds that farmers “Be aware of what weeds went to will need to control, such as ragweed seed to prepare for next year,” Ikley or kochia. He recommends using Crop consultant Sarah Lovas says acres that went unplanted in says. “What goes to seed will be an post-harvest down time to plan for 2019 are likely to be the most problematic again in 2020.

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® next year based on what farmers spraying 2-4D or dicamba herbicides learned about their weed populations will kill most weeds without harming this fall. the rye. Lovas adds that there could be Established cover crops will do rotation issues with herbicides and more than manage weeds. The crops other management options, so also utilize some of the excess water farmers should keep that in mind that kept farmers from getting the when planning for next year’s crop. crops planted in the first place. Growers also need to pay attention “Cover crops are a good to field edges and the areas around management tool for both water prevented planting acres. usage and weed suppression,” Lovas “Check the edges because weeds says. “Those acres that were wet this can creep in from field edges,” year typically will be the last ones Lovas says. planted again next year, so using up that water is critical.” Cover Crops Angie Johnson, NDSU Extension agent in Steele County, assesses “Without that cover crop to Where possible, getting a cover the overall health of a soybean field. utilize the excess soil moisture, the crop established on prevented plant- possibility of prevent plant could “Salts can be an issue in prevent phorous. Not all plants host the soil ing acres is the preferred management arise again, especially if the snowmelt plant acres as well. In areas with high mycorrhizae, so fallow syndrome can option. If those acres don’t have a and rainfall we receive next spring is water tables, salts move through occur following a non-host crop, such cover crop established, they’ll be most close to normal,” says Angie Johnson, capillary rise up towards the topsoil, as sugarbeets, or if the land was not likely to be prevented planting again the NDSU Extension agent for causing challenges to raising a planted at all. next year. Steele County. crop,” Johnson says. “Lowering your Symptoms of fallow syndrome can Planting cover crops helps to sup- Getting a cover crop established on groundwater table by incorporating be corn plants that look purple be- press weeds. Ikley says that, if grasses prevented planting acres, especially cover crops on can be an option to cause they’re not getting the needed such as cereal rye are established, in areas with high water tables, can help utilize water and keep the salts nutrients from the soil. there is a good scenario for con- be helpful to manage soil salinity, down in the soil profile.” “If farmers plan to plant corn trolling broadleaf weeds. Broadleaves Johnson says. According to Johnson, another into prevented planting acres next are easier to control in the fall, so consideration that gets overlooked year, they will need a good fertilizer with prevented planting acreage is program, and they may need to add soil micro and macro activity. With phosphorous and zinc,” Lovas says. no live cover, the soil has no roots Lovas explains how growers will present to help create pore space for need to manage their phosphorous water to infiltrate into the soil profile program so that the nutrient is (instead of ponding on the surface). available for crops right away in Macro activity, such as earthworms, the spring. While fallow syndrome is also create pore space for water most common in corn, Lovas movement down the soil profile, and says that small grains can suffer earthworms need plant material to from it, too, and may require feed on in order to survive. additional fertilizer. “Our good microorganisms also Using cover crops can also help start to show a decline when there manage fallow syndrome. Lovas says is reduced plant life present in our that getting cover crops planted early soils,” Johnson explains. “This can be in the summer gives the seed time to visually assessed by looking at your become established, giving the roots soil aggregates.” a chance to explore the soil. A diverse Fallow Syndrome Concern cover crop mix is best to help develop those mycorrhizal relationships. Lovas says that farmers need to be Visit with your local NDSU on the lookout for the potential to Extension agent if you have questions have fallow syndrome in prevented or want additional information. planting acres. Mycorrhizae form a NDSU Extension Weed Control Specialist Joe Ikley says farmers need to know what weeds have gone to seed on their prevented symbiotic relationship with plants —Story by Daniel Lemke, photos by planting acres to properly manage next year. and help the plants take up phos- Daniel Lemke and Wanbaugh Studios

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® Twenty-Three Participants From Across the World Attend NCI’s INTSOY Course

he Northern Crops Institute (NCI) hosted 23 Claire Schlemme from Renewal Mill who lectured on potential uses for Tparticipants from six different countries for the okara in foods. Janeth Colina from INTSOY course. The five-day course lowing this hands-on experience, the dients in food applications. Then, Insta-Pro International concluded ran from August 12-16, during group heard from Eugene Dust, a se- NCI’s Nick Sinner spoke about soy the day with a lecture and demonstra- which time the participants had the nior extrusion technologist at Buhler, in snack foods. Following Sinner was tion about extruded soymeal uses in opportunity to travel to Minnesota, Inc., about the science and practice North Dakota and South Dakota in of extrusion and all the possibilities it order to learn about each facet of the provides. The day concluded with the soybean industry. group in NCI’s laboratory learning The course began on Monday, about the pilot-scale production of August 12, in Minneapolis, Minneso- textured soy protein. ta. Participants visited Buhler, Inc. to Wednesday, August 14, was anoth- learn more about the equipment and er full day for participants. The day technology used to extrude and to began with a presentation from Anita process soy products. The group then Florido of Zeeland Farm Services traveled to the “Minnesota Millennial about functional facts of defatted Farmer,” Zach Johnson’s, fifth-gen- soy flour. Following the presentation, eration farming operation. While NCI’s Jena Bjertness led a lecture on visiting the farm, participants had the the benefits of high-oleic soybean oil. A participant who has worked with soy milk for six years holds opportunity to see farm machinery, Jon Stratford of Natural Products, soybeans for the first time while touring Zach Johnson’s farm to hold soybeans directly from the Inc. lectured on full-fat soy ingre- in Minnesota. grain bin and to stand in soybean fields. During the visit, one participant commented, “I have worked in the soymilk industry for six years, and this is my first time holding soybeans.” Following these two visits, the group departed for Fargo, North Dakota. On Tuesday, August 13, participants arrived at NCI to take part in lectures and discussions as well as hands-on experiences at NCI’s labs and feed mill. Linda Funk, executive director of the Soyfoods Council began by sharing details about trends in new soyfoods. Dr. Zhisheng (Zach) Liu of NCI provided a brief introduc- tion about soy foods and soy chem- istry. Participants then got to work in NCI’s laboratory with pilot-scale production of tofu and soymilk. Fol- Participants receive hands on experience within NCI laboratories.

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saw a demonstration at the SDSU offers. With the wide range of Meat Lab. The group enjoyed ice industry tours, hands-on experiences, cream from the Davis Dairy Bar and discussions and lectures with and then toured the Davis Dairy professionals, participants are able Plant. Following the visit to SDSU, to see every aspect of the soybean the group took part in a lecture and industry. Along with these experi- discussion at McCory Gardens with ences, participants are able to see the Ariel Beverly, Ph.D., of DuPont thriving agriculture industry through- Nutrition and Biosciences about the out the region and to learn about the isolates and concentrates used to for- processing of soybeans from field to tify drinks. The group then took part elevator along with the various ways in a tour at Prairie AquaTech. The day that soybeans and soy products can concluded with a graduation dinner be utilized. NCI strives to provide and reception at McCory Gardens. the best educational experiences for The course concluded on Friday, its participants, ultimately connecting The INTSOY Course provided many opportunities to tour different operations within the soybean industry. August 16, by departing Brookings them to the global marketplace. and touring TruShrimp in Balaton, To learn more about NCI, or to feed applications at NCI’s feed mill. Dakota State University (SDSU) Minnesota. The group’s final tour view a list of future courses, visit The group then departed Fargo for by the Dean of Agriculture, Food took place at the Central Farm northern-crops.com. Brookings, South Dakota. and Environmental Sciences, John Service Elevator and Shuttle Loading —Story and photos by Billie Lentz, Thursday, August 15, began the Killefer, Ph.D. Participants then Facility in Randolph, Minnesota. Northern Crops Institute group’s first day in Brookings. The learned about functional soy proteins The INTSOY course is one of day began with a welcome to South in processed meat applications and the most diverse courses that NCI

Harvest-Time Safety Tips May Not Be New... But They Could Save Your Life Whether you’re gearing up for need be,” he adds. what a bin can tolerate.” Farm accidents are serious and con- your first soybean harvest or your Grain bins were intended for the Bodily harm isn’t the only danger tribute to agriculture being ranked as 50th, now is a great time to pause grain to be removed from the middle, facing farmers this harvest. In a wet one of the most dangerous profes- and to consider the importance of but this situation isn’t always a reality year, mold and fungi can grow on sions in America. By keeping safety in farm safety. when farmers get busy. plants, and that can cause respiratory mind, farmers can greatly minimize Dr. Ken Hellevang, North Dakota “Removing grain from the sides issues. The good news is, once again, these hazards. State University extension specialist of a bin can create a distortion in these issues are preventable. “Make sure everyone around and ag engineer, has heard of way too the loading, possibly causing the bin “Farmers should wear a face mask equipment knows what they should many accidents related to grain bins to collapse,” Dr. Hellevang warns. to filter out mold spores and fine dust be doing and why they should be and farming equipment. He says that “Farmers can prevent this by checking particles,” Dr. Hellevang says. “Usual- doing it,” Dr. Hellevang advises. there are precautions to take in order the manufacturer’s recommendation ly, the most protective ones carry an —Story courtesy of United Soybean to help farmers avoid becoming a and familiarizing themselves with N95 rating.” Board, graphics by NDSU Extension safety statistic. “Grain entrapment is not a new topic, but one that’s important to offer consistent reminders about,” Dr. Hellevang says. “At the rate farmers are moving today, it’s all too easy to get sucked into that bin, and once you’re in, it’s like quicksand, even at chest level.” To prevent an accident from occurring, Dr. Hellevang suggests that farmers turn off equipment before entering the bin. “It’s also wise to have a buddy around, someone to go for help, if

October 2019 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 15 The Soybean Market Saga

decision by President Trump to delay additional Atariffs on Chinese goods, goodwill soybean purchases and a promise by Chinese For months, soybean markets have Management Instructor Betsy Jensen overtook him, and he’d approach the officials to reduce punitive tariffs sent fluctuated, rallying on any news that likened the market situation to a ball with abandon, only to have Lucy soybean markets rallying in mid-Sep- progress was being made in reaching recurring scenario from the comic pull the ball away just as he went tember. Whether these actions will some sort of trade agreement with strip Peanuts there the character Lucy flying past, landing with a thud. have long-term ramifications for China, then inevitably sinking again frequently taunted Charlie Brown by “That’s how I feel about news with North Dakota soybean markets or if when no real progress materialized. innocently holding a football for him China,” Jensen told a crowd of farm- the efforts are another in a series of Northland Community and to kick. Even though he knew better, ers at a marketing panel discussion false starts remains to be seen. Technical College Farm Business Charlie Brown’s urge to kick the ball during the Big Iron Farm Show.

Market advisors like Tommy Grisafi advise farmers to use the Northland College Farm Business Instructor Betsy Jensen says trade marketing tools at their disposal to capture market opportunities. woes should be a wakeup call to build more domestic demand.

16 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | October 2019 Chinese and U.S. officials were aren’t able to get a deal soon, I think Nearby markets help to diversify the ing plan. That plan means locking scheduled to meet face to face in both sides will dig in, and this trade risk for soybean farmers. in some prices while having the October to continue negotiations. war could last a long time.” “There needs to be domestic flexibility to react to opportunities. In mid-September, both sides made Indications are that China will buy demand in this area,” Jensen said. “Elevate your marketing plan,” conciliatory gestures that prompted more U.S. soybeans and pork. Tommy “North Dakota was built for China. Zuzolo advised. “We have to push market optimism, but farmers have Grisafi with Advance Trading says This could be our wakeup call. We harder on that because it makes a been here before. that food prices are going up in China, need to diversify.” difference. You can’t just plan to “Headlines used to make market which could spur additional purchas- “North Dakota got so reliant on market from your combine. There’s movement, but there are so many es, mainly of U.S. pork. Chinese food China,” Grisafi agreed. “You have to nothing wrong with making that plan unknowns,” Jensen said, “and this costs have risen, and residents spend have other customers. If there’s an a priority.” administration does a lot of uncon- as much as 40 percent of their income early frost, you could chop corn for Jensen said that she was introduced ventional things.” on food while, in the United States, silage, but who will buy it? You need to a new term this year while working Jensen says that she has become the amount is less than 10 percent. hogs, cattle, shrimp, something here. with a farmer: “birthday beans.” weary of the false starts. “Let me “Ninety-nine percent of our popu- How will you survive if we never get “Those are soybeans that this know when something gets done.” lation is hoping for low prices. You’re China back?” farmer had held onto for more than a The trade war with China has drug the one percent hoping for higher Managing Variability year,” Jensen said. on for over a year. Some marketing prices,” Grisafi told the farmers. Jensen said that she saw bankers There are plenty of variables experts believe the time is right to get lose their cool because farmers held Domestic Demand remaining as North Dakota farmers an agreement before both the U.S. and onto grain too long. Restoring trade relations with head into harvest. The amount and China brace for a protracted stalemate. “Don’t be too stubborn to sell. China would be good news for influence of prevented planting acres “I think we have one more shot Work your grain marketing plan. I North Dakota soybean farmers, but is yet to be fully determined, which at this,” Michael Zuzolo of Global expect lenders to take a good look it wouldn’t eliminate the need for will affect harvested acres. Commodity Analytics and Consult- those plans this year,” Jensen said. farmers to be proactive with their Because of the wide variability ing said of the chances for a trade deal Rather than trying to guess and to marketing. The trade issues with for crop planting dates and plant with China. Zuzolo said that pork hit the market highs, Jensen encour- China have also highlighted the development, the harvest window prices in China are rising and that ages farmers to aim for steady gains. death of domestic soybean markets. in North Dakota could be extended. China’s economy has slowed. “If we She explains that even experienced Therefore, storage space could be at a traders rarely hit the market highs. premium while offering farmers the Farmers should be willing to use all chance to capture market upswings. the marketing tools at their disposal. “When harvest is longer, the value The Leader... “Good farmers forward contract of space is increased. The ability to and spread risk instead of holding out react quickly could be rewarding this for cash price,” Jensen said. “We have year,” Grisafi said. to accept that we’re not always going The marketing panel agreed that, if to be an A student in marketing, but they’ve not already done so, farmers we can aim for being a B student.” need to put an emphasis on develop- ...in bringing food grade soybeans to market ing and implementing their market- —Story and photos by Daniel Lemke

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October 2019 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 17 Ag Programs PlayLeading a Role in 2019 hanks to disaster programs, prevented planting Tquestions and trade issues, a Big Iron session featuring several U.S. Department of Agricul- swer questions about programs which Among the programs of concern schedule an appointment to enroll in ture (USDA) representatives drew an the various USDA branches oversee. for farmers is the Market Facilitation MFP 2.0. overflow crowd of farmers who want- Barbre, an Illinois farmer, explains Program 2.0 (MFP), which was Unlike the first MFP program, ed to learn more about how those how it’s helpful that he and other implemented to mitigate some of the assistance for 2019 crops is based on a programs will affect their operation. USDA leaders are farmers. financial pressure that farmers face single county payment rate multi- Martin Barbre, head of the USDA “We bring that farm focus to our as a result of retaliatory tariffs put plied by a farm’s total plantings of Risk Management Agency; Kathy teams,” Barbre said. “Staff know the on U.S. soybeans and other crops by the MFP eligible crops, in aggregate, Sayers, chief of staff for the USDA programs, but they don’t always un- China. Signup for the MFP 2.0 runs during 2019. Those per-acre pay- Farm Service Agency (FSA); and derstand how it affects farmers. We’re through December 6, 2019. If they ments are not dependent on which of North Dakota FSA Director Brad able to bring that farmer touch to the have not done so, producers should those crops are planted in 2019. Thykeson took the spotlight to an- USDA.” contact their county FSA office to Sayers admits that county rates

NDSGA and American Soybean Association director Monte Red River Farm Network host Don Wick (far left) facilitated the Peterson quizzed the USDA representatives about farm Big Iron forum with USDA representatives Martin Barbre, Kathy programs impacting North Dakota farmers. Sayers and Brad Thykeson.

18 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | October 2019 Leading USDA Farm Service Agency Chief of Staff Kathy Sayers says her Martin Barbre heads up the USDA Risk Management Agency. office has her plenty of feedback from farmers about the county His agency is processing tens of thousands of prevented Market Facilitation Plan calculations. planting claims. vary widely, which not everyone funds to farmers as fast as possible, If deemed necessary, a second planting to haying and grazing as of appreciates. despite the overwhelming response. round of MFP 2.0 payments would September 1. Barbre says that the “That formula has prompted lots She admits that staffing at FSA likely be released in late November. A deadline is normally November 1 of questions and love mail,” Sayers offices around the country has been possible third round of funds could to prevent farmers from getting Role quipped, “but our chief economists a challenge. be available in January. the double benefit of capturing a set the county rates using a tremen- “Over $3 billion was issued to Prevented planting acres across the crop after they’ve been paid for dous amount of data.” farmers in the first 3 weeks of signup. U.S. remain an unknown number. prevented planting. Sayers says that signup for the We received about 10,000 claims per The USDA has estimated over Farmers also voiced their displea- MFP 2.0 program has been brisk and hour the first 2 weeks of the signup 19.4 million acres of unplanted sure with the USDA’s National Agri- that the agency has worked to get period,” Sayers said. cropland in 2019; however, Barbre culture Statistics Service (NASS). A says, “Over $2.5 billion has been paid perceived inflation of the crop size by on prevent plant claims so far. We’re the USDA and conflicting crop size paying about half a billion dollars in estimates from two different USDA prevent plant claims per week.” branches led growers to believe that Barbre had prevented planting on there was a lack of communication his Illinois farm, which is unusual. between branches. “I’ve never had 30-plus percent “That has been a topic of con- prevent plant on my farm before,” versation,” Sayers admitted. “We’re he said. listening. It’s not falling on deaf ears.” The USDA opened prevented —Story and photos by Daniel Lemke

North Dakota State FSA Director Brad Thykeson’s agency is responsible for administering many USDA programs, including the Market Facilitation Program.

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® U.S.-Japan Natto Summit Held in Fargo Natto Buyers, Distributors and Producers Attend he third annual U.S.-Japan Natto Summit was held in TFargo, North Dakota September 3-5. Twenty-three Japanese natto soybean buyers share the concerns, challenges and attended along with natto suppliers highlights within the industry. from North Dakota, Minnesota, Attendees toured three food-grade Michigan, Arkansas and Ohio. soybean plants: SB&B Foods, Inc. in Natto is a traditional Japanese Casselton, North Dakota; Brushvale food which is made from fermented Seed, Inc. in Breckenridge, Minne- soybeans. Fermentation breaks down sota; and Richland IFC in Dwight, the proteins in the soybean, making it North Dakota. The attendees toured easier to digest than whole soybeans. soybean research plots and breeding Natto is often eaten for breakfast nurseries, all while experiencing and is popular in Japan for its health each step of the food-grade soybean benefits. Natto soybeans are small, cleaning process at the facilities. with a clear hilum and thin seed coat. —Story and photos by Katelyn As a sponsor of the event, the Blackwelder, Minnesota Soybean North Dakota Soybean Council Linda Funk from The Soyfoods Council and Liz Sloan of Sloan Research & Promotion Council (NDSC) took part in the conference Trends, Inc. presented at the Natto Summit. They talked about and tours. U.S. and global food trends. “The Natto Summit is a great example of how international trade meetings should be held,” says Harri- son Weber, NDSC director of market development. “The small, intimate setting allows for buyers, distributors and producers to build direct relationships, potentially ending in direct business.” Japan imports about 75 percent of its annual natto-soybean needs from the U.S. Of that amount, nearly 80 percent comes from the Red River Valley region. This summit brings many supply chain partners and competitors together for a two-day conference in order to discuss and to

Natto Summit attendees tour Brushvale Seed in Breckenridge, Minnesota.

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Benefits of U.S. Soy Global Trade Exchange ecause international relations remain at the top of Beveryone’s mind, North Dakota Soybean Council (NDSC) helped sponsor more than share ideas about how to move the amino acid profile and feed as well EAA message reaches 300 buyers from 52 countries in industry forward. or better than beans with higher international buyers Chicago for the U.S. SOY Global Alongside over 800 industry part- crude protein. Additionally, North University of Minnesota Profes- Trade Exchange & Specialty Grains ners, exporters, importers and farm- Dakota soybeans store beautifully; we sor Dr. Samuel Baidoo shared his Conference (GTE) on Aug. 20-22. ers, NDSC attended and exhibited basically keep them in a freezer after knowledge about essential amino Co-hosted by the U.S. Soybean at the conference, touting the high harvest. So as a buyer, if you need to acids (EAA) and how soybeans in the Export Council (USSEC) and the quality of North Dakota’s soybeans. time your purchases differently, you Midwest can meet nutritional needs Specialty Soya and Grains Alliance “I’m really proud of the soybeans can be assured soybeans sourced from for livestock around the world. (SSGA), soy and grain industry we grow in North Dakota,” says the Pacific Northwest will be still of “When it comes to feed, protein is leaders, buyers and suppliers gathered NDSC Secretary Mike Langseth of excellent quality.” not important, it’s the amino acids,” in Chicago in order to network and Barney. “They have a great essential International buyers were inter- Baidoo said. “They (Midwestern soy- ested in putting a face to a name for beans) provide all of the important their soybean imports. elements. Luckily, Midwestern “We import 2.1 million tons of soybeans have high levels of these soybean meal and provide protein to amino acids, meaning less is being over 400 million people,” says Made wasted because of the higher Astawan, an Indonesian soybean nutritional benefit.” buyer. “We buy soybeans out of the The EAA message has been a Pacific Northwest whenever we can.” focus area for NDSC, along with Overseas buyers were also the Minnesota Soybean Research & interested in current planting Promotion Council and the South conditions and the projected prices Dakota Soybean Research & for this harvest season. Promotion Council. The final day of the GTE brought “We are able to take this a wealth of knowledge during a full knowledge back and share with our list of high-profile speakers, including customers,” says Umakantha, Asia Ted McKinney, Under Secretary for subcontinent consultant for the Trade and Foreign Agricultural Af- USSEC. “With northern-grown fairs. Learning and breakout sessions soybeans’ low foreign material had topics which included trade, levels and higher EAA value, this The North Dakota Soybean Council (NDSC) was a sponsor of and African Swine Fever (ASF), non-tariff is something to share.” exhibitor at GTE again this year. From left to right: NDSC Director trade barriers and global container —Story by Northern Soy of Market Development Harrison Weber; NDSC Executive Director shipping issues and challenges. Marketing, LLC, photos by staff Stephanie Sinner; NDSC Secretary Mike Langseth, Barney; and NDSC Director Adam Redmann, Saint Thomas attended the conference on behalf of NDSC.

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® Best Fuel Practices for Post Harvest opefully, your harvest season is well underway, and Hpreliminary indicators are positive. The Farmers’ Almanac is predicting another harsh water). Let the bulk storage freeze to 20°F. saturated with water and will winter, so before you put your equip- over the winter, regardless of whether Tips for Diesel Storage, Handling freeze at temperatures of 32°F ment away, let’s go over some best it is No. 2, B10 or B20. It will thaw and Use in the Winter or below. fuel handling and storage practices without separation in the spring. If • Always install a dispenser filter • In the fall before colder weather to minimize any problems you you need to winterize bulk on a storage tank. If there sets in, visually check the tank could encounter. storage, do so before are any issues with for free water by obtaining a tank After harvest, fill the fuel tanks the temperatures contaminants, bottom sample. Check again in on all your equipment. Fuel tanks get too cold. the dispenser the spring. should be kept as full as possible to Winter ad- filter will • Bulk fuel and equipment tanks reduce the amount of air in the tank. ditives and plug but should be kept as full as possible Exposure to air causes oxidation and blending will in order to reduce condensation, degradation of the fuel. Excess head with No. keep the oxidation and fuel degradation. space in the tank can lead to water 1 diesel contam- • When blending No. 1 diesel with problems. When temperatures fall should inants No. 2 diesel, put the No. 1 diesel below 32°F, that means icing. take place from in the tank first. No. 1 diesel is Determine if you need to winterize before the progressing lighter than No. 2 diesel and your fuel storage tank. If you don’t fuel reaches to the vehicle will not mix if it is put on top of need large amounts of fuel in the its cloud point, tanks. No. 2 diesel. winter, save money and do it right by which is when the o Going into • Winter additives should be admin- winterizing a small amount of diesel naturally occurring paraffin fall, install a new, istered when the fuel is at least 10 in your portable tank. We recom- starts to appear. Typical North Da- 30-micron filter to accommo- to 15° above the fuel’s cloud point. mend that you fill your bulk storage kota fuel has a cloud point no higher date the increased fuel viscosity. —Story and graphics by Lisa Pedderson, after harvest for the same reasons list- than +5°F. For the best results, blend o Avoid using water-absorbing MEG Corp Fuel Consulting ed earlier (oxidation, degradation and No. 1 diesel and/or additives at 15°F filters. The pleats will become Check for Water DIESEL HELPLINEThe Diesel Helpline exists to Diesel fuel should be clear & bright assist diesel users with diesel- and If fuel is clear and bright, no action is needed biodiesel-related questions, to troubleshoot and diagnose filter plugging problems, and to provide guidance on proper fuel-handing and tank-maintenance practices. Hazy fuel indicates water saturation If you have questions, encounter a If fuel is hazy, monitor it regularly fuel-related problem or need help troubleshooting the cause of filter plugging, please contact: Free water accelerates 1-800-929-3437 or corrosion & fuel degradation info@ If visible layers appear, remove free water megcorpmn.com Retain fuel and filter samples to send in for diagnosis.

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® Prairie Fare Soyfoods and Health: What to Know

Soy products, including foods, My role was to answer questions of “warnings” about various foods menopausal women or perhaps touch our lives every day. about nutrition and to help explain appear on social media and other improve fertility. Some things touch our lives in some of the research, clearing up sources. From time to time, these My best advice is to aim for variety more ways than we might imagine, some myths surrounding soy foods. messages pop onto the advertise- in your diet. Don’t be afraid of food. including soy. Soy-based products are Soy is unique in the world of plant ments on my Facebook page. Be aware of research-based recom- all around us. proteins, and it has been used in the I think we all know that we can’t mendations about nutrition and If you read a newspaper this morn- human diet for thousands of years. believe everything we see and hear health from credible sources. ing, it may have been printed with Soy contains all the essential protein about foods. For example, while it’s Have you ever tried edamame? soy ink. You may have had cereal with building blocks, or amino acids. In true that soy contains phytoestrogens These immature soybeans are added soy protein or topped your other words, soybeans do not have to (plant estrogens), these natural chem- available in the freezer section of cereal with soy milk. If you had eggs, be paired with rice or another grain icals do not act like human estrogen many grocery stores. Here is a recipe chances are that the chickens respon- to make them complete. hormones. They are not to blame for that we tried at North Dakota State sible for your eggs ate soy-based feed. Like any plant food, soy contains feminizing men, for example. University; the dish was well liked. You may be driving a vehicle fueled no cholesterol. Soy foods also are rich Researchers conducting human —Story and recipe by with soy-based fuel. For lunch, a in several nutrients, especially protein studies have reported that the natural Dr. Julie Garden-Robinson, stop at a Chinese restaurant could and fiber. Protein is essential to build plant compounds in soy may reduce NDSU Extension include soy sauce, miso (fermented and repair body tissue. Soybeans the risk for prostate and breast cancer, soy), or hot and sour soup with tofu contain soluble and insoluble fiber. In and may reduce hot flashes in (high-protein soy curd). addition to an overall healthful diet, Perhaps someone in your home diets which are high in soluble fiber is vegetarian or flexitarian, so you may help to reduce cholesterol, and Edamame Hummus grilled a soy-based burger for a diets which are high in insoluble fiber Ingredients high-protein entrée. You could have help with regularity. 1½ cups frozen, shelled a salad topped with salad dressing Soy provides essential fatty acids edamame made from vegetable oil, which is which we cannot produce in our ¼ cup tahini* primarily soybean oil. body. Soy also is rich in B vitamins ¼ cup water You may know kids going back to which are necessary to produce ½ tsp freshly grated lemon school with crayons made, in part, energy from the foods we eat. Soy zest from soy. At the end of the day, you provides phosphorus and iron. 1 lemon, juiced 1 clove garlic, smashed might relax with the flicker of a Phosphorous is necessary for cellular In a food processor, puree the ¾ tsp kosher salt candle made from soy and snack on growth and production. Iron is cru- edamame, tahini, water, lemon ½ tsp ground cumin some crunchy, savory soy nuts. cial for the production of red blood zest and juice, garlic, salt, cumin ½ tsp coriander Recently, I participated in a session cells and hemoglobin. and coriander until smooth. With 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in Maryland that brought partici- In fact, soy foods that meet guide- the motor running, slowly drizzle 1 Tbsp chopped, fresh flat-leaf pants from the field to the table in lines for protein content and other in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, parsley order to learn about soy foods. We nutrients have carried a heart health and mix until absorbed. Transfer interacted with farmers, food proces- claim for the past 20 years. *Tahini is a sesame seed paste that is to a small bowl; stir in the parsley; sors and chefs, learning that soy helps Soy foods carry an allergen state- available at many grocery stores. You and drizzle with the remaining oil. “fix” nitrogen in the soil to improve ment because some people cannot might find it with the condiments or Serve with vegetables or crackers. the soil’s fertility. consume soy products without in the ethnic food section. Sometimes, Refrigerate the leftovers. We tasted a variety of foods which having allergic reactions. Besides soy, tahini is in the refrigerated section were made with soy, including some the “big eight” list of allergens are with deli items. Yield: The recipe makes 10 serv- tasty edamame appetizers, soups, sauc- milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree ings. Each serving has 100 calories, Directions es and other foods with added soy. nuts and wheat. Fortunately, a fairly 8 grams (g) fat, 4 g carbohydrate, Boil the edamame in salted water I don’t often take photos of my food small number of people have allergies, 4 g protein, 2 g fiber and 150 mg for 4 to 5 minutes, or microwave, at restaurants, but the artistic food but be sure to heed to warnings. sodium. covered, for 2 to 3 minutes. plates were ready for their photo op. Sometimes, however, other kinds

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® CommonGround ND PARTNERS WITH MULTIPLE FIELD- TO-PLATE DINNERS TO SERVE UP AGRICULTURAL CONVERSATIONS

North Dakota farmers and ranch- The first event held this summer ers are known to produce some of was the 2nd Annual Banquet in a the finest-quality commodities in the Field Western Style in Belfield, North world. This summer, many urban con- Dakota. In the beginning of July, sumers had the opportunity to have CGND partnered with the Dickin- their senses tantalized by amazing son Chamber Agriculture Commit- fare that was served in picture-per- tee to bring approximately 150 guests fect agricultural settings. These to Arrow K Farms. Invitees had the CommonGround North Dakota opportunity to engage in dialogue Dinner on the Prairie guests paused for a quick photograph while waiting to be served at the event. (CGND) dinner events were hosted about where food comes from while by producers who were eager to share feasting on a wonderfully prepared, The next event was the inaugural The inaugural Farmland to Fine their personal stories about their life multi-course meal that featured local Dinner on the Prairie. This event Dining event, the third dinner event, and work on the farm and the ranch. commodities. was held at the end of July in South was held in early August near Bis- Prairie near Minot. The excitement marck, welcoming members of the was credible, bringing forth a well-at- area’s urban community. This event tended invitation-only and memora- was open to people who purchased ble event. The mission was to bring tickets; a portion of the proceeds together a group of farmers, ranchers, benefited Farm Rescue. Diners trav- educators and consumers in order to eled to the country to hear farm and empower and to educate people to ranch stories while they were served feel confident about their food deci- an exquisite meal. Attendees also en- sions and to showcase the diversity of gaged in conversations with farmers North Dakota agriculture. and ranchers to help understand how

Farmland to Fine Dining guests were treated to fine cuisine and agriculture-related conversations at the Kenny and Bonnie Miller ranch near Bismarck.

Farmland to Fine Dining was held at Kenny and Bonnie Miller’s Cocktail tables were planted in front of many different crops, so ranch near Bismarck. Pictured left to right: Dave Lehman, Angie agriculture volunteers could strike up conversations with guests Friez, Kenny and Bonnie Miller (ranch hosts), Angil Wanner-Koper about the crops and the products produced in North Dakota. and Dennis Agnew.

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® consumers can follow the steps back ity of local agriculture. Valley City Chamber of Commerce CommonGround North Dakota and to where food was grown. The event’s The final scheduled event, the 3rd Ag Committee. Conversations each of these partner events, go to platform was to create an educa- Annual Dinner in the Valley, was held and North Dakota grown food www.commongroundnd.com. tional and entertaining fine-dining at the Sheyenne River Bend Farm were served during this invitation- —Story by Betsy Armor, experience while generating awareness near Valley City this September. Din- only event. photos by organizers about the importance and sustainabil- ner in the Valley was hosted by the To learn more about Ag Adventure Day at the Red River Zoo Helps Kids Understand Modern Agriculture Kids were climbing on farm dig in the soil to find worms. U.S. equipment, plunging their hands Department of Agriculture-N R into buckets of corn and digging for C S (USDA-NRCS) volunteers worms during the third annual Ag- answered questions about soil health riculture Adventure Day at the Red and also talked about conservation River Zoo in Fargo, North Dakota. practices on modern farms. Finally, Families enjoyed free admission for there was a giant blow-up soil tunnel kids and a free lunch during this to walk through with information August event. on the sides for kids to read about At the Ag Adventure Passport what makes up healthy soil. NDSU Headquarters, kids were greeted by Extension Soil Health Specialist, Suzie Soybean and Bob the Cob. Red River Zoo Board Member and Kids received Ag Passports with four Coordinator of the Ag Adventure A smiley girl shows off her newly dug up worm from the soil bin at activities that they had to do through- Day event Dr. Abbey Wick talked the NDSU Extension Soil Health booth. out the zoo grounds. Once kids about how this event helps kids learn lawns, gardens and trees. Exhibit (open all year long!), played completed an activity, their passport about the modern farm and that Farmers were on hand at the final some crop match games with 4-H was stamped. After the four activities soil is definitely a key component of Agriculture Passport activity which volunteers, created corn and soybean in the passport received stamps, the a farm’s success. “The number one gave kids the opportunity to ask necklaces (that they were able to kids received a fun prize! resource farmers have is their soil. It’s about crops. Representing the North plant at home later), and also talked At the first activity, sponsored by their legacy, it’s what is passed down Dakota Soybean Council (NDSC) with CommonGround North Dako- Amity and RDO, kids of all ages had to their kids and the next generation,” and the North Dakota Corn Utili- ta (CGND) volunteers about food the opportunity to climb around says Dr. Wick. zation Council (NDCUC), these and farming. farm equipment. Kids asked ques- The third activity, sponsored by the farmers were eager to share informa- CGND volunteer and North tions about farming and how farmers Extension Master Gardner Program tion and were able to do a “show and Dakota Corn Growers Association used the equipment throughout the of NDSU Plant Sciences, centered tell” of the different crops. NDSC (NDCGA) Grower Services Director growing season. around creating beautiful garden Director Rob Rose of Wimbledon Elli Ressler was happy to share The next activity was rich in spaces that are friendly to pollinators. was one of the farmers who stamped her crop and livestock production soil health. NDSU Extension Soil The volunteers also answered many kids’ passports and answered kids’ experiences with event attendees. “As Health volunteers helped kids questions regarding event attendees’ questions about farming. “This event a CGND volunteer, I was able to an- is great for kids. Many of them are swer questions about food and farm- removed from the farm, and so for ing. Families have many questions us to bring the farm to them, it just about food and how it is produced. makes sense. They get to see many I’m glad we were able to connect and aspects of the farm here at the zoo, have meaningful conversations with like the crops growing and the ability them during the Agriculture Adven- to climb into tractors, they get a good ture Day event,” says Ressler. experience and with that, comes a lot Agriculture Adventure Day was of great questions,” says Rose. made possible by generous partners Even after the passports were and sponsorships from many North filled with stamps, many people Dakota agriculture commodity NDSC Director Rob Rose of Wimbledon was one of the farmers who stayed for the Penny and Pals show, groups and industry, including the stamped kids’ passports and answered questions about farming. checked out the Modern Agriculture NDSC, NDCUC and CGND.

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® Soy is Easy to Add to Your Meals oyfoods have been around for generations and are a Sstaple in many diets. Soyfoods can be incorporated into any diet very easily and still range of soyfoods,” Dr. Garden-Rob- it is plant-based, soy contains no deliver the health benefits for which inson says. “Researchers have shown cholesterol and is low in saturated fat. soyfoods are known. that eating more soy products may “In fact, some researchers have Adding soyfoods doesn’t require a reduce our risk for certain types of reported that consuming soyfoods diet makeover. Dr. Julie Garden-Rob- cancer, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes may reduce blood cholesterol levels inson is a professor and extension and osteoporosis.” and, potentially, blood pressure,” specialist in the Health, Nutrition Soy can be valuable for people Dr. Garden-Robinson says. and Exercise Science department at who cannot consume meat, offering Linda Funk, executive director of North Dakota State University. Dr. healthy options to meet their diets’ The Soyfoods Council, says that it’s Garden-Robinson says that there are protein requirements. easy to include soyfoods, even for numerous types of soyfoods available She also says that soyfoods are people who didn’t grow up eating soy. on store shelves for people to try. rich in many nutrients, including Even one-to-two servings of “Soymilk; tofu; edamame, which protein, which makes them especially soy per day can deliver valuable are immature ‘green’ soybeans; important for people focusing on health benefits. soynuts; and fermented foods, such plant-based diets. Soyfoods also pro- “That can be as easy as eating as tempeh, are just a few of the wide vide fiber, calcium and iron. Because one-quarter cup of soy nuts or drink- ing a cup of soymilk,” Funk says. “It’s Easy Soy and Meat Chili incredibly easy to add, but you have to have the products on hand.” Ingredients Funk says that soymilk in shelf-sta- meet the daily recommendation of at 2 Large onions, chopped ble packaging can be kept in the pan- least 2.5 cups of vegetables. 3 Garlic cloves, minced try for extended periods of time, but “The tofu takes on the flavor of the 1 Each large green and red it must be refrigerated once it’s been sauce used in the stir-fry,” Dr. Gar- sweet pepper, chopped opened. Soy is also a main ingredient den-Robinson adds. “You also might into small pieces for many prepared products, includ- try the steamer bags with edamame 5 Tbsp chili powder ing nutritional snack bars, zone bars for a fun snack or side dish that kids (depends on how spicy and even some cereals. The higher will enjoy. If you like tacos or spaghet- you like) up on the nutritional label that soy ti sauce, you can try the soy crumbles 2 tsp dried oregano appears, the higher the percentage of that are available.” 2 tsp cumin soy is in the product. While anyone can benefit from 8 oz. ground hamburger Toppings: Shredded cheese, sour There are also whole products, adding soyfoods to their diet, Dr. 1 cup dry Textured Vegetable cream and chopped onion such as soynuts, edamame and Garden-Robinson says that there Protein (TVP*) Directions: In a large sauce pot, even canned soybeans, that are are numerous population segments 2 cans (15 oz.) black soybeans, sauté the onion, garlic and peppers readily available. for whom soyfoods can be particu- rinsed and drained until softened. Add chili pow- Many people enjoy fruit larly helpful. Children who cannot 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes der, oregano and cumin; stir to smoothies, and Dr. Garden-Robinson consume dairy due to allergies or with chilies blend. Add hamburger; stir until says that soy can be included as lactose intolerance benefit from the 1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes browned. Add the TVP; stir until an ingredient. availability of soy-based formulas and 8 cups low-sodium tomato juice blended. Add beans, tomatoes and “Enjoying a smoothie made with baby foods. Salt and pepper to taste tomato juice; stir until blended. strawberries, blueberries and soymilk “Soyfoods provide the protein, *Textured Vegetable Protein and Bring to boiling; reduce heat; for breakfast adds both fruit and calcium and vitamins needed Textured Soy Protein are one in the simmer 40 minutes, stirring occa- protein to the diet,” Dr. Garden- for adequate growth of children. same. They are both trademarked sionally. Add salt and pepper to Robinson says. Some research shows that early use names. If a recipe calls for one or the taste. Serve with your favorite chili Many people also shortchange of soy products may reduce risk other, they are interchangeable. toppings. themselves on vegetables. Stir-frying of diseases later in life,” Dr. Gar- firm tofu with broccoli, carrots, snow den-Robinson adds. Yield: 12 to 16 servings. peas and other vegetables can help Dr. Garden-Robinson says that

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® there’s a growing interest in flexitarian Sweet and Sour Chicken and Textured Vegetable Protein Meatballs and vegetarian diets, both of which focus on plant-based foods. Soy pro- Meatball Ingredients vides a variety of nutrients which are ½ cup TVP needed for a balanced diet for people ⅓ cup chicken broth or who consume little, if any, animal ⅓ cup water and ½ teaspoon products. Even the meat-and-po- chicken bouillon granules or tatoes crowd can incorporate soy ½ chicken bouillon cube without a major menu overhaul. 1 can (5 oz.) chicken “You do not need to be a vege- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour tarian or vegan to add soyfoods to 1 egg your diet,” says Funk. “For an extra 1 tablespoon milk boost of protein, you can add soy ½ package (2 oz.) onion soup mix Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F. to the touch, about 15 minutes. to your favorite ground meat dishes ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce In a medium mixing bowl, stir the While the meatballs are baking, with Textured Vegetable Protein (optional) TVP, chicken broth and canned make the sauce. In a saucepan over (TVP) or Textured Soybean Protein Sweet and Sour Sauce Ingredients chicken (and the liquid from the medium-low heat, stir the brown (TSP). Why not try it when the ⅓ cup packed brown sugar can), breaking the chicken into sugar, cornstarch, vinegar, catsup health benefits are so strong and well 1 tablespoon cornstarch small pieces. Let the mixture stand and water. Stir in the pineapple researched?” Funk asks. ⅓ cup vinegar for 3 minutes. Sprinkle flour over chunks and juice. Blend. Stir in the To learn more about soyfoods and 2 tablespoons catsup the chicken mixture. Then, using green pepper, if used. Heat, stirring ways to incorporate soy into a healthy 1 tablespoon water clean hands or a spoon, mix the egg, occasionally, until the mixture diet, visit www.soyconnection.com, 1 can (8 oz.) pineapple chunks milk, onion soup mix and Worces- comes to a boil and is thickened, www.thesoynutritioninstitute.com or in juice tershire sauce. Shape the mixture about 10 minutes. Serve the meat- www.thesoyfoodscouncil.com. into 12 (1-inch) balls. Arrange the balls and sauce over cooked rice. 1 green pepper, seeded and balls on the bottom of an oiled or —Story by Daniel Lemke, photos and chopped Yield: 4 servings. sprayed 9x13x2-inch baking pan. recipes courtesy of The Soyfoods Council 4 cups cooked rice (white or brown) Bake until lightly browned and firm

October 2019 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 27 Fore! the Fun of it Soybean Council, Proseed, Syngenta and Visjon Biologics. Lunch: North Dakota Soybean Council Dinner: BNSF Railway Golf Balls: Asgrow Golf Towels: Asgrow Player Carts: Northern Crops Third Thank you for making the 16th Services – Jamestown: Steve Dale, Institute, annual Fargo area and 6th annual Nick Blaskowski, Shawn Taft and Program: National Biodiesel Board Sixth Annual Jamestown Jamestown golf tournaments success- Eric Knodel. Signs: D-S Beverages Golf Tournament ful! The tournaments are a way for Third Place: General: Agassiz Seed. Congratulations to our the North Dakota Soybean Growers Team Peterson Farms Seed – Street- Jamestown tournament winners: Association (NDSGA) to say thank er Elevator: Brett Williams, Matt First Place: you to members and supporters. Your Schwarz, Andy Heflin and Josh B. Team Innovative Agronomy: membership dues and sponsorship of Congratulations to our Fargo Gannon Van Gilder, Dave Barnick, NDSGA events help to provide the contest winners: Mike Stoller and Brian Carlson. necessary funds to continue policy Longest Putt #7: Chris Kappes Second Place: and advocacy work in Bismarck and Longest Putt #18: Brett Levos Team Peterson Farms Seed – Washington, D.C. We’re proud of Longest Drive #5: Todd Sinner Streeter Elevator: Brett Williams, our past successes and are continually Longest Drive #14: Bryan Larson First Matt Schwarz, Andy Heflin and Cole working to make things better for Closest to Pin #11: Chad Fyre Diede. soybean growers throughout North Third Place: Thank you to our Fargo tour- Dakota. Team Ellingson Water Management: nament sponsors: Hole Sponsors: Corey Haag, Jeff Schroeder, Jordan Advance Trading, Inc., Sixteenth Annual Fargo Kautzman and Don Kautzman. AgCountry Farm Credit Services, Area Golf Tournament Congratulations to our American Federal Bank, BASF, Bayer, Congratulations to our Fargo Jamestown contest winners: Bushel, Central Sales, Eide Bailly, El- tournament winners: Longest Drive #6: Dave Barnick lingson Water Management, Farmers Second Longest Drive #17: James Shockman First Place: Business Network, FMC Agricultural Team SB&B: Scott Sinner, Todd Sin- Closest to Pin #12: Brett Williams Solutions, Legend Seeds, Inc., MEG ner, Jeremy Sinner and Bob Sinner. Closest to Pin #4: Tom Readel Corp – Biodiesel, MicroEssentials Longest Putt #16: Nick Paulsrud Second Place: – Mosaic Company, North Dakota Team AgCountry Farm Credit Longest Putt #9: Levi Hintz

28 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | October 2019 APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP TO ATTEND: Executive Women Fore! the Fun of it in Agriculture Thank you to our Jamestown golf Conference tournament sponsors: Hole Sponsors: Advance Trading, January 28–30, 2020 | Hilton, Chicago Inc.; AgCountry Farm Credit Services; BASF; Bayer; Butler Machinery Co., Central Sales, Inc.; Centrol, Inc.; Crary Industries; Ellingson Drainage; Farmers Union Second Insurance: Garitt Irey Agency; Gavilon Grain; FMC Agricultural Solutions; Gavilon Grain, LLC; Innovative Agronomy; Legend Seeds, Inc., MEG Corp - biodiesel; Nutrien; Proseed; Sky Farmer Ag Services; and The North Dakota Soybean competitively scored by Valley Plains Equipment Council (NDSC) is offering NDSC. NDSC will have Lunch: North Dakota Soybean scholarships for two North complete discretion over Council Third Dakota women who are participant selection for Dinner: BNSF Railway For more photos of the tourna- actively engaged in farm the scholarships.* National Biodiesel Board Player Carts: ments, check out facebook.com/ management and produc- Connect with women in ag- Asgrow Golf Balls: NorthDakotaSoybeanGrowersAsso- tion of soybeans. Each riculture who are making a Golf Towels: Asgrow ciation scholarship will help cover difference. Share ideas with Welcome Bags and Hats: North Two NDSGA tournaments are costs of registration, air fare women who make up more Dakota Soybean Council scheduled for 2020. The Jamestown and hotel fees up to $2,500 than 30% of farm operators Signs: D-S Beverages tournament is scheduled for July 28, for each selected recipient. serving in diverse areas General: Agassiz Seed. 2020. The Fargo event will be at Rose To apply, complete and such as human resources, Creek August 25, 2020. More infor- submit an online scholarship financial reporting, record mation is available at ndsoygrowers. application by 4:00 p.m., keeping, as well as produc- com/events. Friday November 29, 2019. tion and technology. You’ll Applications can be found leave inspired and energized —Story by staff, photos by online at ndsoybean.org to take what you’ve learned Betsy Armour Images and staff All applications received and implement it into your by the deadline will be own farm business. First To apply online, visit ndsoybean.org Deadline: Friday, Nov. 29 by 4:00 p.m.

If you have questions, please call (701) 566-9300 * You’re not eligible to apply if you have previously attended EWA Conference.

October 2019 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 29 Guest Column Small Refinery Waivers Bad Deal for Biodiesel Here we go again. In August, the Environmental 2020, keeping it at 2.43 billion gallons for the Protection Agency (EPA) granted 31 of 38 retro- second year in a row. Then, in early August, the active small refinery exemptions for 2018. We can’t same EPA granted nearly one-half billion gallons contain the frustration and utter disappointment of biomass-based diesel waivers. To highlight the that we have with how this administration is han- hypocrisy for this action, while filing the draft rule dling its responsibility to administer the Renewable two months ago, the EPA documented, in writing, Fuel Standard (RFS). the fact that it expected to grant zero (that’s zero Congress passed the RFS back in 2007; the bill as in none, zilch, nada) gallons of small refinery was signed into law by George W. Bush, a lifelong waivers in 2020. We’re supposed to understand and oil and gas guy. The law was passed to encourage accept that move? investment in advanced biofuels such as biodiesel, Refineries fill out applications for waivers, renewable diesel and renewable jet fuel. Biodiesel stating why the RFS creates an undue hardship on producers responded, making the investments and them. The Department of Energy (DOE) reviews building an industry that, today, produces more than the applications and decides whether the waiver 2 billion gallons of transportation fuel each year. This request has merit. The DOE then provides the EPA Donnell Rehagen, market also provides added value to feedstocks such with a recommendation for a complete rejection of National Biodiesel Board Executive Director as soybean oil, used restaurant oil and animal fats. the request, a partial volume-waiver request or full The oil industry feverishly insists that the support of the request. ethanol industry isn’t harmed by small refinery Every year, biodiesel and renewable diesel fill exemptions because production has grown. What more than 90 percent of the RFS volumes reserved about biodiesel? The oil industry never mentions us for advanced biofuels, but the EPA complains that because they know that small refinery exemptions advanced biofuels have not materialized quickly disproportionately affect biodiesel because of the enough to meet the RFS goals. Now, the agency way the RFS is constructed. is holding its thumb on the industry and blocking We have said again and again that biodiesel is growth. This action is not only blocking growth, very different from ethanol. The president was -in but also helping to reduce demand through small strumental in clearing the path for higher blends of refinery exemptions. ethanol year-round when he lifted the Reid Vapor As the agency continues to give exemptions to Pressure (RVP) waiver this summer, action which every refiner that asks, the damage could reach $7.7 we supported. He and his EPA administrator have billion, or 2.54 billion gallons, according to Scott mentioned E15 when they have spoken about what Irwin, an agricultural economist from the University they believe to be the minor effect of exempting of Illinois. A “small” oil refinery by RFS definition– RFS gallons. It’s as though they think we are dumb one that processes 75,000 barrels of oil a day and enough to not understand that they are giving with produces nearly half a billion gallons of fuel a year– one hand but taking away with the other. would have an RFS obligation to use just 20 million Ryan Pederson Now, back to biodiesel. E15 does nothing to gallons of biodiesel or renewable diesel. Many U.S. Rolette, North Dakota expand the demand for biodiesel. Ethanol is not biodiesel producers are smaller than that. Just one Farmer and National Biodiesel Board biodiesel. In fact, the RFS recognized this fact by small refinery exemption would eliminate their Governing Board Member establishing a category for biodiesel, separate from entire market, and the EPA granted 31 exemptions. ethanol, called biomass-based diesel. At the time, President Trump vowed to protect and defend for the biodiesel and renewable diesel industry. policymakers recognized the need to segment American farmers; in fact, he calls them patriots. The new round of unwarranted RFS exemptions biodiesel and renewable diesel within the bigger However, his actions will put the biodiesel produc- just destroyed jobs and a valuable marketplace for RFS pool so that growth for those products could ers which those same farmers depend on for their hardworking Americans, including those patriotic be differentiated in the overall program and so that market out of business. It’s already happening, and soybean farmers whom the president has called we would see biofuel advancements in both the it’s having a devastating effect on rural communities on to be his willing allies in the trade dispute with gasoline and diesel sectors. across the nation. China. If this is how the EPA administrator treats Fast forward to 2019, and we now have an President Trump and EPA Administrator the president’s allies, we would hate to see how Mr. EPA that, just months ago, proposed a draft rule Wheeler should clearly know what this action Wheeler treats the president’s enemies. to hold the biomass-based diesel category flat for means to workers, producers, farmers and investors

30 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | October 2019 A Well-Rounded HERE’SWinner HOW THE SOY CHECKOFF WORKS. The national soy hen she graduates from North Dakotacheckoff was State created as part of the 1990 Farm Bill. The Act & Order that Full-Circle created the soy checkoff requires that all soybean farmers pay into the WUniversity (NDSU), Morgan Gallaghersoy checkoff at the will ﬁ rst point have of purchase. These funds are then used for a wide range of experiences under to help that student further promotion,Last summer, research she worked and with education the at both the state and national level. her belt. Part ofReturn that knowledge his/her education. NDSU soybean breeder on yield comes from a non-typical Gallagher’s parents do custom traits as well as iron deficiency agriculture background. farming, including planting, seeding chlorosis and soybean cyst nematode Ashley farmer Morgan Gallagher graduated from Ashley and doing custom harvest through resistance traits. Gallagher’s farming High School (in North Dakota) summer. That work includes TO doing EL Ea VAT OSheRS didn’t, PR joinO her parents on the experience includes working and is a crop and weed science major winter-wheat harvestA NrunS by starting southern combineC ErunS Sthis year. In- with the family’s custom BE OR harvesting business. at NDSU, working in the area of in Texas andEL workingL their way to stead, she’s staying home to takeS & care biotechnology. spring wheat S in the north. They also of a herd of feeder steers, even though D RS EA NDSU/NDSGA award. “I was Interested in working with harvestE corn, soybeans and sunflower she’s never raised cattle before. L M E R“You can’t get the scholarship if genetics,” Gallagher says. “I wanted to ARas well as chopping silage. “I want to be well rounded, so I S F you don’t apply,” Gallagher adds. work in area of ag research because I Not content to sit on the sidelines, like to try different things,” Gal- To be eligible for the NDSGA knew I didn’t want to do sales.” she joined her parents on the harvest laghaer says. “Summer is a good time Scholarship, applicants must be Gallagher is the 2019 North Da- run while she was still in high school. to get exposed to the different parts enrolled at NDSU, have completed kota Soybean Growers Association “I drove the combine, was a parts of the industry. I’ve never had cattle at least 90 credits, and be the child or (NDSGA) Scholarship recipient. The gopher,” Gallagher says. “I would do 1/2before, of 1% so Iof took the the total risk selling to work with grandchild of an NDSGA member. scholarship provides $5,000 to an whatever needed to be done.” pricelivestock collected rather thanper the just crops.” national soybean act & order upper class student in NDSU’s Col- Gallagher’s experience includes Gallagher is on schedule to gradu- —Story by Daniel Lemke, lege of Agriculture, Food Systems and doing research on canola plots and ate from NDSU in May of 2020; photos courtesy of Morgan Gallagher Natural Resources and is designed working with NDSU plant science. she plans to enter job market. She appreciates the boost that her education received from the 0.5%NDSGA scholarship. The Leader... “The scholarship helps a lot. It allows me to work with cattle rather than be worried about working this summer to earn every dollar,” Gallagher says. “It also helps lower NDSGA Scholarship winner Half goes to my student debt.” MorganHalf goes Gallagher to (right) the state Gallagher highly encourages other isthe scheduled national to graduate ...in bringing food grade soybeansPROMOTION to market RESEARCH checkoff eligible studentsEDUCATION to apply for the nextcheckoff May. for investment for investment - Totalin areasproduction that are contracts in USB’s* a priority for long-range - Industrythat state.leading premiums strategic plan. - Flexible pricing options - Wide range of maturity options available ROI TO THE FARMER Contact: Matt Bohn Crop Production Manager 100 N 10th St Breckenridge, MN 56520 Led by 73 volunteer soybean farmers, the United Soybean Board 218-643-1797 | 701-640-2279 * (USB) invests and leverages soy checkoff dollars to [email protected] MAXIMIZE PROFIT OPPORTUNITIES for all U.S. soybean farmers. www.richlandifc.com unitedsoybeanGallagher.org previously worked with NDSU’s soybean breeding program.

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What do you like best are getting the crop in. Harvest is sort about preserving quality, so we aren’t about farming? of anti-climactic to me. a last-resort marketer. I like that, when my kids grew up, How and why did you get What do you like to do they saw what I did. Unlike some oth- involved with the North outside farming? er jobs, kids don’t know what their Dakota Soybean Council? I like to visit family and travel to parents are doing for a living. Parents I was nominated for the county new places. I enjoy seeing what it is go to the office and come home at position and got elected. From there, like to live in other areas. night. Farming was something they I was elected to be on the full board. could see and learn what needed to If you could go anywhere be done. Why are soybeans part of where would it be? your crop mix? Australia. I’ve read a lot of books Did you always know Soybeans are good for rotation. that have taken place there. farming was something They are also flexible, doing well on you wanted to do? If you could add equipment, Brian Jodok different soils and seeding dates. Northwood, North Dakota No. I was a music teacher and then what would it be? came home to farm when my dad What changes do you I would like to update the no-till Tell us about your farm. passed away. expect to see on your farm equipment we have. in the next 5 to 10 years? Our farm was homesteaded in What’s most exciting about the What’s the equipment or I think farmers, in general, need to 1884. We are a diversified farm with upcoming harvest season? technology you wouldn’t find a way to add value to their crops wheat, soybeans, corn and edible want to be without? Harvest is not my favorite season. I rather than market them as just a beans. I farm with my wife, Alane; my Computer. think spring is my favorite when we commodity. We need to be careful son, Karl; and his wife, Alyssa. —Story by staff, photo by Betsy Armor

Getting to Know the Expert

a Ph.D. while working for NDSU. My ing to first graders about where their food Being able to provide information that Ph.D. project is looking at hard red spring comes from, and some days, I’m speaking helps farmers and teaching people from wheat establishment. to farmers and industry leaders about soy- urban settings or without agricultural What brought you to NDSU? bean nodulation, how to identify certain background about the great work that weeds or the effect of crop rotation on farmers and ranchers do. For my master’s program, I worked pests. with Hans Kandel as my major adviser From your research, what A project that I’m excited about is the and enjoyed the extension work that are the most critical factors trial we’re conducting with Chris Augus- allowed for one-on-one interaction with tin from the Minot REC; we are looking for raising good soybeans? farmers and helping them solve problems. at the effect of applying lime to crop land. Like other small plot researchers, we’ve - What I love about working in southwest We are seeing more acidic soils in the had issues with rabbits; gophers; and, ern North Dakota is the wide range of region, and it is having a large influence sometimes, prairie dogs damaging our crops and the great pheasant hunting. on productivity. plots, so pest management is important no matter the pest. Good root nodula- What is the scope of your How has soybean produc- Ryan Buetow, Cropping Systems work at the Dickinson REC? tion, moisture at planting and in August, Specialist North Dakota State tion changed in that area of and having an adequate population with I work closely with county agents University Dickinson Research the state? quick canopy cover is vital from what I’ve Extension Center (REC) in the region and provide agronomy The past couple years, we’ve received seen. programming. I also work closely with Where did you grow up? more rainfall in August, which really industry and some farmers to establish What do you like to do Cologne, Minnesota affects soybean yields by keeping the plant trials that help answer questions with away from work? from being stressed during flowering. What is your degree? unbiased science. I have several applied Historically, this region hasn’t received I enjoy pheasant hunting with my trials and demonstrations covering seed I attended NDSU for a bachelor’s that rainfall. Moisture, along with better golden retriever, Hercules; hiking; treatments, fertilizer management, crop degree in Crop and Weed Science with varieties, has changed the viability of snowboarding; cheering on the Bison and rotation and more. I speak at meetings a minor in Botany and an M.S. in Plant soybeans in this region. Minnesota Vikings; and going to concerts Sciences. My project for my master’s and workshops throughout the year on a when I get a chance. thesis was working with soybeans and wide range of topics and to a wide range What’s the best part about dry beans. I’m currently working towards of demographics. Some days, I’m speak- what you do? —Story by Dan Lemke, photo by staff

32 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | October 2019 Bean Briefs

Japan Trade Pact In July, the ASA and the National farmers, but rural economies, the renewable fuels that enhance energy Applauded Biodiesel Board (NBB) voiced con- environment and U.S. consumers.” diversity and security; promotion The American Soybean Associ- cerns when the EPA announced zero Immediately following the EPA’s of jobs and value for farmers and ation (ASA) is pleased with news growth for the biomass-based diesel decision to allow 31 additional small rural economies; and environmental that the Trump administration has and advanced biofuel volumes. The refinery exemptions, one of the benefits from reduced emissions.” reached a trade agreement, in prin- ASA said that the proposal doesn’t largest biodiesel producers in the The ASA urged President Trump ciple, with Japan, a top-10 export reflect the needs and capabilities of country announced the shutdown of to uphold his commitment to market for soybeans. the domestic biodiesel and soybean three plants located in Pennsylvania, support the RFS and American In a statement, U.S. Department industries, and the proposal is a big Georgia and Mississippi. Other large farmers by increasing the RFS, and of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary miss for growers. producers have announced closings pushed Congress to get the biodiesel Sonny Perdue said, “By removing In its comments, the ASA also and have laid off workers, with more tax credit extension completed. Ret- existing barriers for our products, called on the EPA to restore the closings and layoffs likely if these roactive waivers for RFS volumes, we will be able to sell more to the volumes that courts have deter- policies remain unstable. the zero growth proposed for future Japanese markets. At the same time, mined were unlawfully waived in Shaffer continued, “We may be RFS volumes and inaction on the we will be able to close gaps to better 2016 through improper use of the reeling, but we are not KO’d. Con- biodiesel tax credit are all com- allow us to compete on a level play- general waiver authority. The ASA gress can enact an extension of the pounding the pressure on a soybean ing field with our competitors.” specifically cited the benefits that biodiesel tax credit, and the adminis- industry that is already facing a The ASA agrees with the secre- the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) tration can still get the RFS back on down farm economy; the lingering tary’s sentiments and appreciates the and increased biodiesel production stable footing. This program, with trade war with China; and seasonal, administration moving forward with provide for diversifying domestic their help, can accomplish what was weather-related issues. this bilateral agreement. energy supplies, reducing emissions, intended: Higher levels of domestic, —Story by staff Speaking on behalf of the associa- providing enhanced markets for tion, ASA President Davie Stephens soybean farmers and boosting the said, “We have repeatedly stressed, rural economy. this past year during the trade war The refinery exemptions granted Intern Lends a Helping with China, that we would like the by the EPA, including the 31 which administration to work hard on were recently issued retroactively existing and new free trade agree- for 2018, are additional blows to Hand to the NDSGA soybean markets that are already ments (FTAs), so we are definitely North Dakota State University depressed. pleased to hear that the president (NDSU) student Jacy Hauge has and his team have heard ASA and The RFS is a federal program joined the North Dakota Soybean other farm groups by working on designed to increase markets for Growers Association (NDSGA) as an this deal. Along with more stability American farmers, to decrease U.S. intern for the 2019-20 school year. for soybean exports to Japan, this dependency on foreign oil and to Hauge grew up on her family’s FTA also brings potential to increase curb the carbon footprint through pork and beef exports; a value-add reduced emissions. At the same time, farm near Carson. She’s currently a opportunity for soybeans and way to the RFS has taken hits in the form of sophomore majoring in Agriculture create more jobs here in the U.S.” small refinery waivers as well as flat Communications with a minor in Soybeans and soy products are biomass-based diesel and advanced Ag Business. Hauge is no stranger America’s leading agricultural export biofuels volumes for 2020-2021 that to North Dakota agriculture, hav- with an export value of more than supporters say push the industry ing served in several leadership roles $28 billion last year. More than backwards. while working on the family farm. 60 percent of America’s soy crop is “These decisions are a one-two “Growing up, I found a love for exported globally. punch for the biofuel industry and, cows and was involved in both 4-H tation while helping Hauge to gain bottom line, farmers,” said Rob and FFA,” Hauge says. “I served the experience and to fuel her appetite Biofuels Battle Rages On Shaffer, an ASA director and chair North Dakota FFA as a state officer.” for agriculture. The American Soybean Asso- of the organization’s Biodiesel and Hauge will work with NDSGA “I have a passion for advocating ciation (ASA) has called for the Infrastructure Committee. “We are during the upcoming school year for agriculture and networking with Environmental Protection Agency heartened by the support we are and will represent the organization both producers and consumers,” (EPA) to increase biomass-based die- getting from (the) USDA and mem- at numerous events in the coming Hauge says. “I love meeting new sel volume requirements for 2021, to bers of Congress, including Senator people and hearing everyone’s increase advanced biofuel volumes months, including the Northern Grassley and many others speaking agriculture story.” for 2020 and to begin restoring the Corn and Soybean Expo. Hauge’s up and fighting for the RFS. They Be sure to say hello and to share billions of gallons of demand that internship will provide the NDS- understand the value not just for GA with additional staff represen- your story with Hauge during the have been waived through the retro- biodiesel producers and soybean active small refinery exemptions. coming year.

October 2019 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 33 Bean Briefs ADVERTORIAL

BORON – GET BETTER PERFORMANCE FROM EMERGENCE TO HARVEST

As genetic and agronomic practices continue to drive higher yield potential in soybeans, nutrient removal rates are also increasing, creating more demand for fertility. One micronutrient vital to many crops is boron, the world’s second-most de cient micronutrient, after zinc. Even though boron is only needed in small amounts, soybeans that have adequate boron throughout the entire growing season outperform those that don’t.

A JOURNEY THAT STARTS AT THE ROOT

Some of the most important plant interactions happen But sodium borate isn’t the only option. An additional below the soil surface. Without a healthy root structure, fertilizer, called calcium borate, is a more slowly uptake of water and nutrients can be hindered soluble form which releases boron throughout the throughout the season. Boron is essential to fuel early- growing season. While some growers may apply season root growth and elongation, setting soybeans foliar boron, its limited plant mobility reduces the up for success. Boron also impacts other physiological effectiveness to only the plant tissues that foliar functions, including nitrogen xation, structural application touched. Applying only calcium borate, integrity and the uptake of other important nutrients, however, may not ensure adequate availability during like potassium. early season growth, putting root and vegetative Boron plays a crucial role in soybeans’ owering and development at risk. reproductive stages, impacting ower initiation and pollen development. But by the reproductive stage, sodium borate — the most commonly applied form of boron — may no longer be available in adequate amounts, due to its highly soluble form, which is susceptible to leaching. On top of this, boron cannot easily move from the leaves to other plant organs, like the owers and pods. Therefore, since translocating boron isn’t an option, and the soil supply of sodium borate may be limited, growers hit a roadblock in crop nutrition.

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TWO IS BETTER THAN ONE

Either form of boron is bene cial to soybeans; however, applying only one form may not be suf cient. SOYBEAN YIELD (bu/ac) Fortunately, Aspire® is formulated with two forms to 64 ensure adequate boron all season long. Its Nutriform® 62 Technology combines potash with fast-release sodium borate and slow-release calcium borate into each 60 granule, allowing for the exibility to apply in the spring or fall. Additionally, Aspire provides uniform 58 nutrient distribution across the eld, unlike a 56 63.7 traditional MOP fertilizer blended with granular boron. 61.7 In fact, a recent study by The Mosaic Company found 54 soybeans with suf cient levels of uniformly distributed 52 boron more rapidly take up potassium, and ultimately increase yield compared to conventional MOP + 50 granular boron treatments. MOP + Granular B Aspire®

PERCENT SOYBEANS PLANTED Up to 60 percent of yield comes from soil fertility, but sometimes, weather will delay fertilizer application and 79 80 in some cases planting, like what much of the nation 70 has experienced the last few years. While weather may 70 not permit spring fertilizer applications, planning for 60 fall fertilizer options, like Aspire®, is an ideal way to 54 ensure your soil and crops will get the nutrition needed 50 47 43 for optimal yields. 40

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