December 2017 | the North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 3 Legislative Report

VOLUME 6 • ISSUE 6 DECEMBER 2017 2 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | December 2017 Contents 6 Working the Soil System 24 Supporting Opportunities for NORTH DAKOTA SOYBEAN Food-Grade Soybeans GROWERS ASSOCIATION 9 It’s Election Time for the North PRESIDENT Dakota Soybean Council 25 Screening of “Food Evolution” Craig Olson, Colfax | D1 | [email protected] at the Fargo Theatre VICE PRESIDENT 10 North Dakota Soybean Council Ryan Richard, Horace | At-Large | [email protected] Hosts Chinese and Indonesian 26 5 Tips to Eat Smart During SECRETARY Soybean Buyers the Holiday’s Joe Ericson, Wimbledon | At-Large | [email protected] TREASURER 12 North Dakota Soybean Council 27 May Your Holiday’s Be Soy-ful! Eric Broten, Dazey | D4 | [email protected] Treasurer Participates in 35th DIRECTORS 28 Dealing With Dicamba Josh Gackle, Kulm | D2 | [email protected] Anniversary Celebration of U.S. Brent Kohls, Mayville | D3 | [email protected] Soy in China 30 Nutrient Strategy Nears Completion Greg Gussiaas, Carrington | D5 | [email protected] Sam Landman, Northwood | D6 | [email protected] 14 Myths, Tips & Facts: Diesel and Ryan Pederson, Rolette | D7 | [email protected] Biodiesel Use in Winter Mike Appert, Hazelton | D8 | [email protected] Matt Swenson, Kindred | At-Large | [email protected] 15 Kasey Bitz, LaMoure | DuPont Young Leader | [email protected] Pooling Resources for the Greater Good AMERICAN SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION DIRECTORS 16 Cover Story Ed Erickson, Jr., Milnor | [email protected] Departments Monte Peterson, Valley City | [email protected] Keeping it Simple 4 Legislative Report 18 Sustaining Customer Expectations NORTH DAKOTA SOYBEAN COUNCIL 5 North Dakota Soybean Growers CHAIRMAN 21 North Dakota Livestock Alliance Joe Morken, Casselton | D4 | [email protected] Association President Letter Celebrates the New Ransom County VICE CHAIRMAN 8 North Dakota Soybean , Northwood | D7 | [email protected] Pig Farm Troy Uglem Council Report SECRETARY 22 Getting it Right: Soybean Production Matt Gast, Valley City | D5 | [email protected] 32 Getting to Know the Grower TREASURER Meetings 2018 Austin Langley, Warwick | D9 | [email protected] 33 Getting to Know the Expert 23 New Resources for Phytophthora Root DIRECTORS Mike Langseth, Barney | D1 | [email protected] and Stem Rot Management 34 Bean Briefs Dan Spiekermeier, Sheldon | D2 | [email protected] Matt Danuser, Marion | D3 | [email protected] Levi Taylor, Ypsilanti | D6 | [email protected] Perry Ostmo, Sharon | D8 | [email protected] Mike Muhs, Langdon | D10 | [email protected] Derek Pulvermacher, Crosby | D11 | [email protected] Daniel Mock, Braddock | D12 | [email protected] On the cover UNITED SOYBEAN BOARD DIRECTORS Farming sustainably means different things to Jared Hagert, Emerado | [email protected] Jay Myers, Colfax | [email protected] different farmers. For some farmers sustainability Darren Kadlec, Pisek | [email protected] means no-till or minimum till farming, while others manage their farms using conventional STAFF CREDITS practices. Regardless of their tactics, most growers PUBLISHER/EDITOR Nancy Johnson, NDSGA Executive Director agree that if they are able to farm without [email protected] | (701) 640-5215 depleting natural resources and they remain STAFF WRITER Suzanne Wolf, NDSC Communications Director profitable so they can pass the farm on to the [email protected] | (701) 239-7194 next generation, they’re on a sustainable path. CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Daniel Lemke —Photo by Wanbaugh Studios Stephanie Sinner Lauren Hopke

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egislative Director Scott Rising and I have been Lattending various meetings since the session ended. As usual, interim committees took a positive ending to the 2015-17 attempt to store high-level waste some months to get organized and biennium with $97 million, $65 from another state. North Dakota to hold their first meetings. Due million of which can remain in regulates low level (hospital, x-ray, to budget constraints, committee the General Fund and $32 million research, etc.) and the much lower chairs were asked to keep their deposited in the Budget Stabiliza- level Technologically Enhanced meetings to a total of 3 to 5 over tion Fund. More good news is that Naturally Occurring Radioactive the 18 or so months of the interim the 2017-19 biennium appears to Materials. period leading up to the 2019 be tracking to the projections. You Agriculture has met to hear session. For some committees, this may have noticed that our crude about the Health Department’s request will be difficult to meet, oil price is in the lower $50 range, proposed nutrient-management while others are charged with a marked improvement from last plan. The nonpoint pollution less complex issues. The idea to year when the price was languish- statistics for nitrogen and phos- Veteran lawmaker and remember about interim commit- ing in the lower $40s. phorous could be better, and the educator Phil Murphy has tees is that their general purpose is With 7 new appointees to the officials stressed that, with the joined the NDSGA to serve to examine and discuss directions State Water Commission (SWC), grower’s use of new fertilizer dis- as liaison between for the next legislature to take. the Water Topics committee met tribution technology, our waters legislators and farmers. What follows is an overview for to review the current status of wa- can climb to cleaner status. There what some committees are or will ter projects, studies and issues. The has also been a discussion about be looking at that we think could Fargo-Moorhead (FM) diversion what might need to be looked at affect growers in North Dakota. project is being watched for its ef- concerning vomitoxin testing. Interim Tax is taking a com- fects on agriculture. The Red River There were stories about wide dif- prehensive look at property tax. Valley (RRV) Water Supply Proj- ferences within the same samples Obviously, an issue for farmers, ect is also being monitored; we are as well as much testimony from the property taxes appear to be going interested in as many communities feds and many agricultural groups. up and could be controversial in and rural water systems being The committee was warned to be the next session. Scott Rising has hooked up as possible. There is also careful about changing the testing been covering this committee a move in the general direction to methodology while education and and says that it seems like just manage water by basin rather than enforcement were stressed. about everything is on the table with county water boards. Many Lastly, Energy Development for discussion. water boards have already made and Transmission has met the Government Finance is looking moves in this direction by forming most. The committee is taking for a tool to reduce budget volatil- joint water boards. Fortunately, testimony from three hub cities ity, but nothing of note has caught SWC members are appointed by and their counties while trying to on yet. Another topic of great drainage basin, which may help ascertain how those communities interest for growers is that the with that transition should the (Williston and Williams County, committee is looking for different momentum continue. Dickinson and Stark County, and means to fund transportation. Re- Natural Resources has discussed Minot and Ward County) have member, North Dakota currently how North Dakota is complying used previous funding from the raises money that is only adequate with Federal regulations about legislature to cope with the oil to fund about a third of our high-level radioactive-waste boom’s effects. The committee is depreciation on roads and bridges. disposal. This discussion came also looking at trying to provide Scott Rising is in touch with the about when researchers wanted stability for future funding so that Soy Transportation Coalition and to dig a bore hole about 8 inches communities can plan more effec- hopes to bring that group to a wide and 3 miles deep to see what tively. Taxing wind energy is yet to committee meeting to testify. happened at that depth. Citizens be on the committee’s agenda. The udgetB Section reports (mostly farmers) testified that they —Story by Phil Murphy that North Dakota finished with were concerned the drilling was an

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ore diverse uses for soybeans provide more Mopportunities for farmers to profit. First of all, I hope that everyone had a safe and about the U.S. Fish and Wildlife wetland successful harvest. As we were busy in the fields easements that producers have across the state. this fall, the North Dakota Soybean Growers Many of these easements were acquired years Association (NDSGA) was very active, helping ago. Whether you are in favor of these easements to share agriculture’s story and promote policies or not, it is time to look at the issues farmers are that affect farmers. having and to help change some rules. These As I have talked about before, opportunities acres are governed by a completely different set to use our soybeans in this country return more of rules than what is set by National Resources profit to the farmer. Biodiesel is an example of a Conservation Service policies. This lack of soybean use that shows a great return across the uniformity is burdensome and confusing for Craig Olson, President North Dakota country. The NDSGA has been working hard to land owners, and we will continue working Soybean Growers Association ensure that the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) to create an outcome that is helpful to North has a positive effect on farmers and the nation by Dakota producers. the next Farm Bill. showing not only how biodiesel affects engine Over the past 12 months, there has been The holiday season and the end of the year are performance through greater lubricity and fewer a lot of talk about the next Farm Bill. These approaching fast. I would like to thank everyone emissions, but also the economic value biodiesel discussions are ongoing, which I hope is a good for their continued efforts to make agriculture a has on agriculture and the entire economy. I sign that Congress will address the Farm Bill strong and reliable industry. If you would like to would personally like to thank our two senators in a timely manner next year. I cannot urge you help our cause in pursuing a positive future for for stepping up to defend biofuels and produc- strongly enough to voice your opinion. We agriculture, please consider joining the North tion agriculture. would like to hear your thoughts and stories so Dakota Soybean Growers Association. We had the opportunity to voice concerns that we can help deliver a positive outcome with Thank you, and I wish you the best this holiday season and in the coming year. 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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orton County farmer Rocklin (Rocky) farm-management group. He Bateman was at a crossroads. After farming toured farms in western North M Dakota where pioneering farmers conventionally for years, financial under continuous family had already been homesteaded, were practicing no-till. challenges in the 1990s put him ownership for 120 years. Some and only the marginal Heart River “That put me on the path to and his family in the unenviable of the ground he currently farms hills were left,” Bateman says. meet the right people and ask the position of needing to change was homesteaded by his great “We were conventional farming, right questions,” Bateman says. how they farmed or to get out grandfather, and another but on these marginal soils, In addition to no-till, Bateman’s of the business. parcel was settled by his erosion had eliminated the very approach includes a dynamic The atemansB chose the former. great-great grandfather. shallow topsoil, and our organic mix of cover crops. The goal is to Tucked in the rolling sand hills “When my family immigrated matter was gone. Nothing would mimic the native prairie which near New Salem, North Dakota, to central Morton County from grow anymore, and we didn’t is a combination of warm- and Bateman farms land that has been Germany, all the really good land know why.” cool-season grasses and broadleaf Time for a Change plants. A decades-old analysis Bateman started farming right showed that the prairie was once after high school in 1973. He and home to over 120 species of plants his family made farming work for that were growing in community. about two decades before they Bateman uses a wide range of were forced to confront a harsh plants, including soybeans, peas, economic reality. What they were oats, spring wheat, durum, canola, doing wasn’t working. Rather than alfalfa and cover crops, to help leave farming, Bateman began to speed up biological time and focus on soil health. As a result, to restore the land to a more 20 years ago, he committed to productive state. no-till farming. “Our goal with cover crops is “We didn’t just do a few acres; to get 10 or more species in the it was all or nothing,” Bateman ground. That has a multiplying admits. “It was the best decision I effect by adding diversity of root ever made.” systems,” Bateman says. “We are Bateman connected with trying to speed up our soil’s researchers and local experts recovery time.” who were knowledgeable about Rather than simply rotating Nancy Jo and Rocky Bateman farm land that has been in the crops, Bateman rotates the root Bateman family for more than 120 years. no-till farming through his adult

6 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | December 2017 systems that will best restore the comparable to the best wrong. Switching to no-till, incor- ratios. Having the proper balance soil based on needs, including nearby soils. porating cover crops and focusing could mean that the soil will be in economics and disease pressures. “The system is giving back,” on soil health were game changers a better position to naturally fight Bateman implements the five Bateman says. “In 20 years, I’ve for him. disease and even weed pressure. pillars of soil health: soil armor tripled my corn and wheat yields. “Soil health drives everything,” Bateman is sharing what he’s (crop residue), minimizing soil dis- Soybeans are relatively new, but Bateman contends. “Instead of learned and his passion for soil turbance, plant diversity, continual we’re on an upward trend for yield fighting it, we’re working hand-in- health. In addition to farming, live plants and roots, and livestock there, too. That’s exciting. It proves hand with the soil.” Bateman is a director for the integration. Bateman’s daughter the system works.” Not only has his approach Morton County Soil and son-in-law raise cattle that Farming in a semi-arid region, increased yields and restored soil Conservation District, is a state graze on crop residues and cover rainfall can be at a premium. The health, there are other practi- director for the North Dakota crops. He also uses cattle manure area’s average annual rainfall is less cal benefits. Bateman says that Association of Soil Conservation from the corrals to help improve than 14 inches. Bateman’s no-till increased organic matter and soil Districts and works with the the soil quality for particularly system only disturbs about 4 to 5 health have reduced the need to USDA-Agricultural Research troublesome spots. percent of the soil when planting. add commercial fertilizer. Fuel Service’s Northern Great Plains Building Productivity The rest of the time, he leaves the use has shrunk from about 6 or 7 Research Station in Mandan. soil alone and lets the root systems gallons per acre to 2 gallons per Soil tests on Bateman’s land in Failure is not an option. do their work. acre. Equipment repairs, tractor the early 1990s showed less than Bateman’s goal is to pass “I used to think rainfall was hours and human work hours have 1 percent organic matter. Now, he the farm he’s been working for the limiting factor,” Bateman says. also been reduced, which all add to has fields that have tested as high 20 years to restore on to the “Water wasn’t the issue; my tillage the farm’s bottom line. as 5.2 percent organic matter. next generation. was. Once I converted, the soil “We enhance our sustainability Because that carbon is what “I am going to continue build- took off.” by mimicking nature. This is a Bateman calls “gas in the tank of ing and restoring my soil’s health long-term process that we will the soil biology,” his productiv- Sustainability so that I can reduce or eliminate be working on for generations,” ity has climbed along with the Bateman says that he spent half my dependence on commercial Bateman says. “We are looking increased organic material and is of his farming career doing things inputs,” Bateman says. “I believe it to stop soil erosion, nutrient loss is in my best interest to let the soil and improve water quality. In my give me what we need for free opinion, a true no-till system gives rather than spending money on it.” you all of this for free.” Bateman is now working to —Story and photos restore the soil bacterial and fungal by Daniel Lemke

Rocky Bateman uses cover crops with diverse root systems to restore and build soil health.

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ear Fellow North Dakota with our friends at North Dakota Soybean Producers, Corn to bring producers a one-day D event. Our joint convention will The holidays are upon us, and researchers. The board looks for- be at the FargoDome on Tuesday, I, on behalf of our board and staff, ward to supporting another year of February 13th. We have planned a want to take this opportunity to quality soybean research that you very exciting, fun filled, educa- wish all North Dakota soybean can use on your farming opera- tional Expo. With great headliner farmers and their families a very tions. I encourage you to review speakers, informative breakout ses- Merry Christmas and a happy and NDSC’s annual Research Update sions and an expansive tradeshow, prosperous New Year! It’s been that accompanies this magazine I urge you all to plan to attend on another strong year for soybeans issue. Research is one of the most February 13th. See page 20 for here in the state. important efforts NDSC supports. full Expo agenda. The orthN Dakota Soybean The results of that research are As always, NDSC continues Council (NDSC) has been busy paying dividends. to effectively invest and leverage Joe Morken, now that harvest is over. In Don’t forget to mark your North Dakota soybean checkoff Chairman mid-November, NDSC’s research calendars for the 2018 Northern resources to maximize the benefits North Dakota committee met to discuss propos- Corn and Soybean Expo. This is of North Dakota soy, and in 2018, Soybean Council als and hear presentations made by the first year we will be partnering our mission will remain the same. Email: [email protected]

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® It’s Election Time for the North Dakota Soybean Council Not Ready for Board Service? Consider a County Representative Position In 2018, the North Dakota season. Organic producers who prepared to the meetings in order What are the respon- Soybean Council (NDSC) will have been exempted from paying to make informed decisions, to sibilities of a county seek four soybean farmers from the assessments are not eligible to attend various council-sponsored representative? following districts to serve on its serve on the NDSC board. meetings and events, and to com- While there are no regularly Board of Directors: What is the time ply with council policies as well scheduled meetings for county • Dis trict 3: LaMoure and Dickey commitment required as state and federal regulations. representatives to attend, there are Counties for board service? New directors participate in four many opportunities to serve that • District 4: Cass County orientation sessions throughout The NDSC board meets quar- do not require a large investment • District 6: Stutsman County the year in order to integrate them terly for two days in Fargo. Most of time or travel. Examples of ways • Dis trict 11: Northwestern into the council’s work. Directors board members are appointed to to serve include North Dakota Counties (See are supported by a six-member serve on state and national boards • P articipate in soybean-producer map) team of qualified, experienced and that work to support the soybean outreach efforts, giving feedback In January, nomination forms dedicated employees. industry. Examples include the about programs and initiatives will be issued to soybean producers Soy Transportation Coalition, the Why serve? What’s that the NDSC is interested in the listed counties. Election North Central Soybean Research in it for me? in pursuing. ballots will follow in February. You Program, the National Biodiesel Service on the NDSC Board • P rovide input to establish the can nominate yourself or someone Board, the World Initiative for of Directors: NDSC’s research priorities for you know in your county who has Soy in Human Health, the U.S. • E nables you to influence the year. a passion for the soybean industry Soybean Export Council and the how your checkoff dollars • A ttend the annual Northern and a willingness to serve. Northern Crops Council. These are invested. Corn and Soybean Expo to Who is qualified to external meeting commitments • P laces you in a position to influ- be recognized. serve as a director range from 3-4 meetings a year, ence the industry’s direction. • P articipate in the NDSC on the NDSC? averaging 1-3 days in length. Reim- • E nables you to greatly expand director-election process. Any person who plants or bursement is provided for travel your network of fellow produc- • A ttend NDSC sponsored causes to be planted a soybean to and from these meetings, along ers, leaders and key soybean-in- events and producer-education crop where the person has an with lodging and meals. dustry influencers on a state and meetings as able. ownership interest with the intent national level. • H elp promote, educate and What are the expecta- communicate the NDSC’s work that, upon maturity, the crop will tions of service? • I ncreases your industry knowl- be harvested. The person will meet edge through your exposure to to producers in your counties. The NDSC board is a working this requirement during the next production research, domestic • Co mmunicate issues of board, meaning that directors are available growing season or has and international marketing, concern or ideas about the expected to attend all committee met this requirement during the educational opportunities and soybean industry or the NDSC and board meetings, to come immediately preceding growing other areas. to the NDSC. How can I learn more about Districts with a star will have elections in 2018. What counties are included in the serving on the NDSC board or as 2018 elections? a county representative? H11 • La Moure, Dickey, Stutsman, Contact NDSC CEO Diana Cass, Divide, Williams, Burke, Beitelspacher by email: Mountrail, Renville, Ward, [email protected] Bottineau, McHenry, Rolette, or visit our website, Pierce, Benson, Towner and www.ndsoybean.org, for Ramsey. election updates. H6 H4 —Story by staff H3

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North Dakota Soybean Council Hosts Chinese and Indonesian Soybean Buyers

Chinese visitors watch delegation of soybean buyers from China and North Dakota soybean harvest. AIndonesia, hosted by the North Dakota Soybean Council (NDSC), visited farms The group collected samples of and the North Dakota soybean Terminal, Hillsboro. North Dako- and elevators in Cass, Steele and North Dakota soybeans in order to industry. The daylong soybean tour ta soybean farmer Joel Thorsrud of Traill Counties on October 2, test the moisture, essential amino of the Red River Valley includ- Hillsboro met the group at Alton. 2017. The purpose of the delega- acids, protein and oil. ed visits to Maple River Grain “We are always happy to show tion’s visit was to build relation- The 15 guests visited the NDSC and Agronomy, Casselton; Joe and discuss the quality of our ships between North Dakota office on the morning of October Morken’s family farm, Casselton; North Dakota soybean crop soybean producers and interna- 2nd. NDSC CEO Diana Beitel- Jim Thompson’s family farm, Page; and build relationships with our tional customers, and to discuss spacher officially welcomed the Jason Mewes’ family farm, Col- important customers,” says NDSC the quality of this year’s soybeans group and provided an overview of gate; Mike Satrom’s family farm, Chairman Joe Morken. “We are being harvested in North Dakota. the NDSC, the soybean checkoff Galesburg; and the Alton Grain also proud to provide North

Page farmer Jim Thompson, far right, visits with Group photo at Joe Morken’s family farm in Casselton. international guests at his farm.

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Hillsboro soybean farmer Joel Thorsrud answers a Jason Mewes of Colgate visits with international buyers. buyer’s questions.

Dakota soybean samples to these value of these exports came to a Pacific Northwest and are destined harvest season to visit with our visiting, major feed and food record of more than $24.8 billion. for Southeast-Asian markets. trade delegation and talk about buyers, so they can see exactly what In 2016, North Dakota produced “Time spent in-person with their farming operations. For many they are buying: an abundant, safe, 249-million bushels of soybeans. our customers is an essential piece of our guests from overseas, this is clean and quality product for their Exporting is a key element for of what we do to promote North their first time on a farm, so get- families, companies and fellow North Dakota soybean producers Dakota soybeans,” says NDSC ting to know our farmers one-on- consumers.” because over 90 percent of the soy- Director of Market Development one is invaluable for our industry.” Stephanie Sinner. “We really About 1.936 billion bushels of beans harvested in North Dakota —Story and photos by staff U.S. soy were exported to custom- leave the state. Approximately 70 appreciate our soybean farmers ers around the world during the percent of the soybeans grown in taking time out of their busy 2015-2016 marketing year. The North Dakota are shipped to the

Galesburg farmer Mike Satrom shows a Chinese buyer the quality of North Dakota soybeans. Kevin Satrom, Galesburg, gives guests combine rides.

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North Dakota Soybean Langley tours the Shanghai Council Treasurer Songjian Maotian Wetland Participates in Ecological Farm. The IPA system requires higher- 35th Anniversary quality feed with high protein and better water Celebration of stability for lower-feed conversion and less waste removal, which means U.S. Soy more soy-based feed consumption. U.S. in China soybeans are a perfect fit.

ollaboration is the key takeaway from the recent C35 th anniversary celebration of U.S. soy in China. In September, North Dakota He says that the mission was eye farmers. One day, when Chinese for collaboration. We require more farmer Austin Langley traveled to opening in a number of ways. “A farmers are also proud to say they and more soybeans every year. Soy- Beijing, Shanghai and Hangzou to lot of times, we farmers drop our are farmers, that’s when we’ll know bean production in China cannot take part in a mission that marked beans off at the elevator and just that we modernized agriculture.” meet demands of the market here, 35 years of partnership between forget about it.” When soybeans are At the Chinese Feed Industry and U.S. soybeans have a great the U.S. soy industry and China. put on a train car in North Dakota, Association Meeting, the grower reputation in this market.” Langley, of Warwick, is a director they are shipped to the Pacific leaders met with He Xintian, Prior to the 35th anniversary and treasurer for the North Dakota Northwest. “It takes 18 days for the secretary general, who stated, “Our celebration gala, the U.S. delegates Soybean Council. beans to go from Seattle to Beijing.” organizations have great potential met with U.S. Ambassador to A delegation of U.S. grower lead- At a meeting with the Ministry ers, representing more than 300,000 of Agriculture in Beijing, delegates U.S. soy farmers, visited China from met with Ye Anping, deputy gen- September 16-23, on a mission that eral, Department of International marked this milestone. Cooperation, who called for the Langley, who calls the visit U.S. soy industry to focus more “fast-paced,” says that the group efforts on public education around went from talking with government biotechnology. officials and industry leaders in “We need to stand in each other’s Beijing, to discussing the impor- shoes and understand our positions. tance of trade policies, to meeting That’s the best way to mutual with feedmill buyers in Hangzou, understanding,” Mr. Ye said. to visiting an aquaculture farm in Speaking to the U.S. growers, Mr. the Shanghai area, all in the course Ye continued, “We can see that you of a few days. are all very proud to call yourselves

A large Panamax arrives to China from the Pacific Northwest of the United States carrying U.S. soybeans.

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China Terry Branstad in order to learn more about the market for U.S. soy in China. The grower leaders listened to Ambassador Branstad’s views about the overall relationship between the U.S. and China, China’s view of the U.S. as a supplier of agriculture products, China’s own ag production, biotech approvals and China’s continued demand growth for soybeans. The group toured the Hebei Hopefull Grains and Oils Com- pany, one of the biggest privately owned soybean-crushing groups in China and an active participant in the U.S. soy industry’s activities both in China and the U.S. During Ambassador Branstad responds to Langley’s question about the importance of Chinese the 2015-16 marketing year. The markets during the meeting prior to the 35th anniversary celebration gala. Hopefull Group was one of the top ticipants visited the Liangyou Port 10 importers of U.S. soybeans with Logistic Complex in Waigaoqiao, a total purchase of over 1 million Pudong, where they saw a Panamax metric tons (MMT); the U.S. share from the U.S. Pacific Northwest of the company’s total purchase was unloading bulk soybeans. 46 percent, 11 percentage points China remains U.S. soy’s top higher than the national average of customer, buying more than one of 35 percent. every four rows of soybeans which In Shanghai, the U.S. delegation are grown in the United States. toured the USSEC’s intensive pond “As farmers, we wear a lot of aquaculture (IPA) farm in Songji- hats, but we need organizations like ang. IPA technologies utilize U.S. USSEC to work with countries like soybean meal as a primary ingredi- China, not just to make contacts ent for fish feed and help to create but to keep markets open for our a preference for U.S. soybeans. soybeans,” says Langley. China is the world’s largest aquacul- “It’s really important for the next ture-producing nation, accounting generation, like me, to get involved,” for more than 60 percent of the Langley emphasizes. “We are the global aquaculture production. future of trade.” In Hangzhou, participants attended the JCI conference and a —Story and photos courtesy gala dinner. of Jen Del Carmen, On the mission’s last day, par- U.S. Soybean Export Council

During a processor tour, Langley checks out a large container of soybean cooking oil that is sold in China.

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use your diesel, blend in more No. 1 or winterized No. 2 to get to a Myths, Tips & Facts: B5 level. Myth: Even low biodiesel blends, such as 5 percent, lead to winter- Diesel and Biodiesel Use in Winter operability problems. Fact: Biodiesel blends of B5 and lower are physically similar and perform the same as petroleum diesel fuel. In fact, the specification for petroleum diesel, ASTM D975, includes biodiesel blends up to orth Dakota ranks second only to Alaska for 5 percent for on/off road engines. Whichever methods you utilize to Nbragging rights about the coldest winters in the winterize No. 2 diesel fuel, use the United States, which can make life a cloud point of -5°F to 5°F. In rather than collecting at the bottom same strategy with biodiesel blends difficult for diesel users. Diesel re- order for diesel to operate below of the tank where they can cause of B5 or lower. Minnesota is the ally isn’t meant to function in cold these temperatures, diesel users filter plugging. next-coldest state after North Dakota. Minnesota’s No. 2 diesel temperatures, but proper under- must blend with No. 1 diesel Myth: Farmers are encouraged to standing and fuel management can and/or use diesel-fuel additives fuel has contained 5 percent bio- use B10 or B20. Higher blends diesel in the winter since 2008. keep you running all winter long. with anti-gel. aren’t good to use during harvest Myth: Biodiesel causes filter plug- Tip: Fuel additives must be added because farmers will have problems Contact the Regional Diesel ging in cold temperatures. when the fuel temperature is at least if they are still running a combine Helpline with questions about 10-15 degrees above its cloud point. diesel or biodiesel fuel, or for Fact: Diesel fuel requires special in November. • The colder the temperatures, help with filter-plugging issues: handling in cold weather. There Fact: B10 and B20 have higher the thicker the diesel fuel gets. It (800) 929-3437. are many factors that cause filter cloud points than No. 2 diesel. doesn’t take much to restrict the plugging in the winter. No. 2 diesel in North Dakota has —Story by Lisa Pedderson, flow through the fuel filter, and • When temperatures get below a cloud point of about 0°F. B20 MEG Corp. any type of contamination will 32°F, water freezes. If you have with that same base No. 2 diesel be more pronounced in winter: water in your fuel system, you can and vegetable-based biodiesel water, sediment and oxidation Cloud Points see icing problems below 32°F. has a cloud point of about 6°F to can lead to filter plugging. Diesel samples were collected Tip: Avoid water-absorbing filters. 8°F. BEFORE the temperatures Tip: Install a new fuel filter when from terminals in North Dakota. They collect water and freeze when get really cold and regardless of going into the winter. The samples were tested for their temperatures are below the water’s biodiesel use or not, think about cloud point. Then, soy biodiesel freezing point. Myth: Biodiesel causes diesel to how you winterize your fuel if you was added to make B10 and B20 • Typical North Dakota diesel has look milky and thicken during still have work to do in the field. freezing-cold temperatures. Adding No. 1 diesel will lower the blends, and cloud-point tests were conducted on those samples. The Fact: Paraffin is a naturally occur- cloud point. Adding a winter-diesel Straight #2 ULSD results indicated that the B10 and from terminal ring material in petroleum diesel additive will lower the temperature stored at -20°F B20 blends would operate at tem- for 24 hours fuel. The diesel’s cloud point refers at which you can operate. In order peratures of 8°F or higher. Winter to the temperature when the first to work, fuel additives must be #2 ULSD with cold diesel additives would need to be flow improvers and wax crystals appear. When the added when the fuel temperature WASA stored at added around 20°F in order to -20°F for 24 hours fuel’s temperature is at or below its is at least 10-15 degrees above its achieve operability below 0°F. cloud point, more paraffin appears cloud point. Utilizing B10 or B20 and sticks together, forming bigger is not recommended if you need to CLOUD POINT Wax crystals WASA keeps compounds which fall to the bot- use the fuel during the winter. For Type No. 2 B10 B20 stick together wax crystals tom of the tank. Wax Anti-Settling farmers who are done with diesel Fuel A 0°F 3°F 5°F and fall to from joining once harvest is finished, let the fuel bottom of together and Agent additives are used to keep Fuel B 2°F 5°F 7°F the tank. suspending the paraffin from attaching to each freeze, and it will melt in the spring Fuel C 0°F 3°F 5°F in the fuel. other and suspending in the fuel without any issues. If you need to

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biggest yield robber for North American soybean farmers, but also that the farmers, often, aren’t aware Pooling Resources of the damage being caused. “Growers a generation ago quickly learned about SCN and FOR THE started managing it with the best tools they had,” said Markell. “Once something is under control Greater Good and being managed, you don’t tend to actively think about it as much. The problem with SCN is that it’s hen good people come together, great things been changing, so the old tools happen. This isn’t the official motto of the aren’t as good, meaning the W growers aren’t managing it as well North Central Soybean Research and commitment to regionally ways to combat it. Motivating the as they thought.” Program (NCSRP), but it’s certain- coordinated research and commu- coalition are several challenges that In 2017, the NCSRP will ly representative of the group’s con- nication efforts. are unique to the SCN pathogen celebrate its 25-year anniversary of tributions to the soybean industry The NCSRP has funded and how it has been managed for helping north-central farmers invest over the last quarter century. hundreds of research projects the last few decades. The most and benefit from checkoff dollars The NCSRP is a farmer-led orga- on dozens of topics. One of the concerning issue is farmers’ lack for research. From yield improve- nization that invests soybean-check- NCSRP’s most publicized projects, of awareness or apathy toward the ment, to yield preservation by pest off dollars for regional research. In the Second Soybean Cyst Nema- situation. As part of a 2015 survey, and disease management, to farmer addition to North Dakota, 11 other tode (SCN) Coalition, is co-led by researchers found that 45 percent communication, the NCSRP has state soybean boards actively par- North Dakota State University’s of farmers didn’t think identifying had a major influence on the soy- ticipate and fund NCSRP: Illinois, Sam Markell. SCN was important, and of these bean industry at the state, national Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, The SCN coalition is challenged farmers, 69 percent didn’t think and regional levels. Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, with raising awareness about the that SCN was a serious issue. This Ohio, South Dakota and Wiscon- SCN pathogen and integrating means that not only is SCN the —Story by Allie Arp, NCSRP, sin. The board meets three times a photo by Creative Treatment year to discuss research proposals, the progress of current projects, common issues among the states and the direction of future research. “Soybean pests don’t know where the boundaries of the states are,” said Gene Stoel, NCSRP president and a farmer from Minnesota. “By working together, we get a broader perspective on what needs to be done. The pests may be a little different in each state, but knowing that gives us a leg up on the research that needs to be done.” The 12 NCSRP-member states grow nearly 85 percent of the soybeans produced in the United States and represent more than 350,000 farmers. The farmers who represent these states on the NCSRP board have a shared vision Dr. Sam Markell discusses SCN.

December 2017 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 15 Keeping it Simple

amestown, North Dakota farmer Tony Wagner was Jalready committed to farming in a sustainable way when he got an eye opener that soil around it that had built up over smooth the field. When he got another fence right on top of the cemented the importance of pro- the decades. The dirt, what Wagner down a couple feet, he made a old one because the first fence had tecting the soil. called “blow sand,” extended about surprising discovery. been completely covered up by dirt.” Several years ago, Wagner was 60 to 80 feet from the fencerow. “Another fence,” Wagner says. “So A Different View removing an old fence from a field Wagner started removing the much dirt had blown in, probably At an early age, Wagner knew that had a 4- to 6-foot tall berm of soil with a scraper in an effort to since the 1930s, that someone put that farming was for him. He began farming his own property by the eighth grade using his parents’ equipment. He left for college, earned a degree from the North Dakota State College of Science and promptly returned to the farm. Wagner now farms with his father and one hired hand, producing soybeans corn, wheat, field peas, barley and oats. They also raise cattle. Part of Wagner’s efforts to be sustainable include a high percentage of no-till farming. The only tillage that takes place is where corn will be planted the following year so that fertilizer can be banded. “We are trying to conserve moisture and reduce erosion,” Wagner says of the move to nearly all no-till farming. “We’ve also reduced our fuel consumption by one-fourth to Jamestown farmer Tony Wagner’s efforts to conserve soil and moisture have yielded one-third, and we’re farming more productivity benefits, too. acres than we used to.”

16 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | December 2017 water standing while the other field had water in every low spot you could find,” Wagner says. Basic Approach Wagner says that he is one of the few farmers in his area who is no-till farming and incorporating cover crops. While the process can quickly become complicated, Wagner says that he keeps it simple. All of his wheat, pea, barley and oat fields are planted with cover crops after harvest. He doesn’t attempt to spread cover-crop seeds over the standing crops because he likes to make sure that the cover-crop seeds get into the ground. “I’m keeping it very simple,” Wagner contends. “I don’t get too radical in what I’m doing, but I am Cover crops are planted following early season crops like wheat. The next year Wagner learning new things.” plants crops, including soybeans, into the cover crops. Wagner says that the use of About 10 years ago, Wagner no-till management and cover Wagner’s Process began incorporating cover crops crops has been worth it for him. into his operation. He’s worked In addition to reducing erosion, Jamestown, North Dakota, farmer Tony Wagner waits until with crop consultant Lee Briese for cutting down fuel consumption his early season crops are harvested before planting cover crops many years, seeking innovative ways and managing water better, the into those fields. Wagner’s chosen cover crop blend is seeded to improve the soil’s health. Wagner cover crops have a soil health and following wheat, barley, oats or peas. says that the land he farm ranges productivity benefit. “We usually plant them toward the end of July or early from sand that won’t even stay in “We are seeing that, 2 years after August,” Wagner says. a soil probe to heavy, dense soil. incorporating cover crops, there Rather than using a broadcast application, Wagner uses a Cover crops help him manage both is a 10 to 15 percent yield jump in seeding tool to incorporate the seed into the soil. The early soil types. He typically seeds 3 or 4 all crops,” Wagner says. “We leave planting date allows plenty of time for the crops like barley, rye, different cover crops into each field, strips so we know where we had and radishes to get established. The plants can have months to with a different mix of barley, oats, cover crops and where we didn’t.” grow before winter comes. rye, peas or radishes customized for Wagner admits that making the “About half of the crops we will terminate in the spring, the each field’s needs. switch to no-till with cover crops others will die with the frost,” Wagner says. In addition to reducing erosion, isn’t all “sunshine and rainbows,” Plants like cereal rye are winter hardy and green up in the Wagner says that the cover crops but it works for him. The key is spring. Wagner says he typically sprays the over-wintering cover help the soil to hold more water. making the commitment. crops 10 to 14 days before planting crops like soybeans into The soil in one of his fields which “I think it’s working great, but it’s them. The cover crops die before they compete for water, was seeded to cover crops didn’t an adjustment. It’s a whole new way nutrients and sunlight with whatever cash crop has been planted. freeze during the winter of 2016- of farming,” Wagner says. 2017. It was covered with 16 to Wagner knows that other 18 inches of snow which insulated farmers are watching what he does. the soil. Wagner could insert a He also knows that, for growers soil probe into the ground the to recognize the true value of this entire winter while a soybean field approach, “you can’t try it one year, without cover crops across the road say it didn’t work and then give up. froze solid. You have to be patient.” “By spring, both fields lost their —Story by Daniel Lemke, snow cover at the same time. In the photos by Wanbaugh Studios field with cover crops, there was no

December 2017 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 17 Sustaining Customer

EXPECTATIONS says Rosalind Leeck, marketing director for the U.S. Soybean Export eveloping a universally accepted definition of Council (USSEC). “From crop rotation and reduced tillage to Dsustainability is nearly as elusive as the legendary nutrient and water management, it’s the many things U.S. soybean Loch Ness Monster. While many ers are no different than individual of sustainability when it comes to farmers do that add up to the big organizations and entities have consumers. Because buyers can agricultural products, but U.S. and picture of sustainability.” their own standards, most defini- purchase soybeans from multiple North Dakota soybean farmers tions center on balancing today’s global sources, U.S. farmers strive focus on the care and management Taking Credit resource requirements with the to understand and to meet the of resources because those are good Valley City farmer Monte need to protect the well-being of export partners’ expectations while practices for the environment and Peterson believes that most North future generations. remaining economically viable. for business. Dakota farmers are farming For farmers, sustainability In recent years, sustainability “U.S. soybean farmers have sustainably even if they don’t ver- means that, in an era of socially has grown from a concept to an implemented sustainable farming balize it. To stay in business, often conscious consumers, how agricul- expectation. U.S. soy customers practices that are not only environ- for generations, farmers must be tural commodities are grown has want assurances that the soybeans mentally friendly, but also make doing something right. become nearly as important as the are grown in a sustainable manner. economic sense and are socially “Each of us does what we crop itself. Global soybean custom- There is no universal definition responsible for the community,” believe to be sustainable,” Peterson

Percentage of North Dakota Principal Crops—Area Planted by Year 1980 1996 2017 22.133 Million Acres 22.260 Million Acres 23.543 Million Acres Barley 8.4% Sunflower 1.3% Oats Soybeans All Wheat 4.4% 30.6% 53.0% All Wheat 27.3% All Wheat Sunflower Corn 11.3% 57.0% Corn 15.7% 3.1%

Soybeans 1.0% Barley Oats 2.0% 0.9% Barley 11.9% Oats Sunflower Corn Soybeans 2.4% 8.3% 4.0% 3.8% Rank Crop Acres Planted Rank Crop Acres Planted Rank Crop Acres Planted 1. Wheat 11,735,000 1. Wheat 12,680,000 1. Soybeans 7,200,000 2. Sunflower 2,500,000 2. Barley 2,650,000 2. Wheat 6,435,000 3. Barley 1,850,000 3. Sunflower 1,000,000 3. Corn 3,700,000 4. Oats 980,000 4. Corn 900,000 4. Barley 470,000 5. Corn 680,000 5. Soybeans 850,000 5. Sunflower 310,000 6. Soybeans 210,000 6. Oats 530,000 6. Oats 215,000

18 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | December 2017 says, “but we don’t always make protocol helps inform customers the connection. A lot of times, that their sustainability demands farmers shrug it off. We need to are being met. take note and talk about what “Farmers implement practices we’re doing. We need to communi- every day that make big contribu- cate that message.” tions in the area of sustainability, Just as consumers around the including crop rotation, water world are demanding sustainable management, reduced tillage, products, soy customers are de- pest management, nutrient manding supply chain sustainabil- management, precision farming ity. Leeck says that this increased and conservation, to name a few,” emphasis has elevated sustainabili- Leeck contends. USSEC Marketing Director Rosalind Leeck says farmers do a ty from a “want” to a “need.” “We need to share the message lot of things that make them sustainable. “Certifying raw materials, of the way we’re doing things on such as soy products, as ‘sustain- our farms,” Peterson adds. “It isn’t ably-sourced’ meets consumers’ dreaming up something new that Establishing a Protocol growing environmental demands,” has to be done—we’re doing it.” Leeck says. Many people in the soy industry The .S.U Soybean Sustainability Assurance Protocol (SSAP) was The SSECU has partnered are working to help customers established by the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), the with the United Soybean Board, understand that, for U.S. soybean American Soybean Association and the United Soybean Board in the American Soybean Associa- farmers, sustainability isn’t just order to address customer concerns. The protocol is a certified, tion and other industry partners a buzzword; it’s how they do aggregate approach to demonstrate the sustainability performance to develop the U.S. Soybean business. Continuously improving of U.S. soybean production. Sustainability Assurance Protocol sustainable farming practices is The .S.U Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other sources (SSAP). The SSAP is a third-party needed to feed a growing popula- compile data regularly. The organizations collect data from U.S. sustainability certification that is tion while minimizing the impact soybean farmers through existing government programs. Common based on U.S. conservation laws on the environment. practices, such as crop rotation, water and nutrient management, as and the best practices of more than well as reduced tillage, all contribute to careful stewardship of —Story by Daniel Lemke, 275,000 U.S. soybean farmers. This resources, a key component of sustainability. The precision-farming photos by Staff practices employed by many farmers also contribute. According to the SSAP criteria, 98 percent of U.S. soybeans are grown sustainably. There are a number of sustainable practices that soybean farmers are already using. According to the United Soybean Board, the methods include • Crop Rotation: 94 percent of soybean acres are under continuously rotated plantings, contributing to increased biodiversity. • Water Management: Soybean farmers use no-till farming, grass filter strips, cover crops, etc. to manage water. These practices help slow the runoff from fields, trapping and filtering sediment, nutrients and pesticides before they reach surface waters. • Reduced Tillage: 70 percent of U.S. soybean acres use conservation tillage, including no-till. • Pest Management: 49 percent of U.S. soybean farmers scout their fields weekly during the growing season. • Nutrient Management: 46 percent of U.S. soybean farmers test their soil every 1-3 years. • Precision Farming: 43 percent of U.S. soybean farmers use Valley City farmer and USSEC board member Monte Peterson precision technology to increase on-farm efficiency. knows customers worldwide care about how crops are grown.

December 2017 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 19 FargoDome February 13, 2018 1800 N University Drive 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Fargo, ND 58102

7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration and Buffet Breakfast — Lobby Breakout sessions (see chart below) Trade Show opens — Concourse 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. 8:15 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Lunch — Concourse Welcoming Remarks Trade Show open — Concourse Expo Co-chairs Matt Gast and Ryan Wanzek 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. 8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. | Rooms 201-204 Breakout sessions (see chart below)

Mega Trends in Agriculture 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Dr. Jay Lehr

Science Director, the Heartland Institute Breakout sessions (see chart below) Jay Lehr is a global futurist, PRO-Agriculture 2:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. independent scholar and author of 35 books on Break, visit trade show — Concourse subjects such as water supply and the environment. Dr. Lehr will reveal the biggest boons in agriculture 3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Rooms 201-204 from anonymous sharing of data to what seed and What’s Driving Agriculture in the Year Ahead? chemical companies have achieved and what they Mike Pearson have planned for the future. Farmer, banker and Market To Market 9:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. television host Break, visit trade show — Concourse Pearson will provide on outlook for farm markets and global trends impacting 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. these markets. Breakout sessions (see chart below) Breakout Sessions Room 104 Theater Room Room 102 Room 103

Soil Health Tips Farm Bill Panel The Role of Trade Agreements and Farm Water Management 10:15 – 11:00 and Tricks ND Congressional & Wetland Regulation Dr. Abbey Wick Delegation Bill for Exports Dr. Saleem Shaik Kale Van Bruggen

The Scouting Report: ND Corn Growers Livestock Development Water Management 11:15 – 12:00 Soybean Diseases Association in North Dakota & Wetland Regulation Dr. Sam Markell Annual Meeting Amber Boeshans Kale Van Bruggen

Essential Amino Rules of Engagement: Acids Add to your ND Soybean Corn Diseases in 1:00 – 1:45 Growers Association Connecting without North Dakota Bottom Line Teaching or Preaching Peter Mishek Annual Meeting Val Wagner Dr. Andrew Friskop Understanding Soil Health Tips Dicamba - Can We Corn and Soybean Inversions and How 2:00 – 2:45 and Tricks Use it Safely? Insect Pests on the Dr. Abbey Wick Dr. Kirk Howatt and NDAWN Detects Them Rise for 2018 Dr. Rich Zollinger Daryl Ritchison Dr. Janet Knodel

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Suidae’s vigilant adherence to the North Dakota Livestock Alliance industry’s most modern biosecurity measures and animal-care practices. Celebrates the New Ransom County Pig Farm The pigs will be given extra space in the gestation and farrowing areas while multiple technologies ctober 12th was a day filled with excitement for will be used to maintain the pigs’ the future of North Dakoata’s swine industry. surrounding temperatures and O environment. “We intend to be an Members of the media, North Da- All approved feed and live- construction will consist of $6 industry leader in how we care for kota Livestock Alliance (NDLA) stock trucks will be cleaned and million facilities that will create our animals,” Kayser stated. board members, neighbors and disinfected before entering the site. 10 new jobs. Three employees The barn’s employees will be pork-industry stakeholders came to- All employees, managers and their from the area have already been certified in the swine industry’s gether to celebrate the new Ransom possessions will undergo biosecurity hired; the others will be new to Transportation Quality Assur- County Multiplier pig farm. This protocols before entering the barns; North Dakota. NDLA’s Chair ance and Pork Quality Assurance impressive facility is owned by the these actions include showering and Craig Jarolimek reminded the day’s programs. These programs were Nelson County Pigs Cooperative. changing into the barn’s clothing. attendees that “operations like this created by the U.S. swine industry This co-op was founded 15 years By following these strict protocols, will bring new families to our small to share the tremendous care that ago by hog producers from North they reduce exposure to swine towns. They will support our local farmers take every day. More infor- Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota diseases, therefore protecting businesses, schools, churches, and mation about these programs can and Iowa. This barn will provide the health of their animals while housing markets. North Dakota be found at www.pork.org. Kayser good-quality, high-health replace- maintaining North Dakota’s high- needs more animal agriculture to also stated, “Animal care at Ransom ment breeding guilts to the barns health reputation. revitalize our rural communities.” County Multiplier will always be owned by the co-op members. This barn was permitted by the During construction, Ransom in compliance with the Common Gilts are females that have not North Dakota Department of County Multiplier employed Industry Audit Standards.” had a litter of piglets. The Nelson Health to house 2,500 sows in the regional electricians, plumbers and Along with biosecurity and County co-op is building this state- project’s first phase, with another excavators. The local purchases of animal-care practices, this barn will of-the-art facility with the goal of 2,500 sows being added during food and lodging, fuel, propane, vigilantly adhere to environmental becoming self-sufficient in the state the second phase. The positive wiring and plumbing greatly best-management practices and to of North Dakota. This means that economic impact from this facility benefited local businesses. The barn those rules set forth by the North the “closed herd” will no longer is already reverberating throughout purchased a staggering 7,500 yards Dakota Department of Health. Ma- accept outside animals. the region. Phase 1 of the of concrete from three regional nure will be stored in underground, suppliers. Once construction is concrete pits that are designed by complete, the pigs will require engineers and will be applied to the 3,300 tons of feed annually, consist- neighboring farmland once per year ing of 88,000 bushels of corn and in a manner that reduces odor and 740 tons of soybean meal. maximizes the nutrient availability As is common in the swine to the plants. As are all Concen- industry, Ransom County Multi- trated Animal Feeding Operations plier will be managed by a health (CAFO) in North Dakota, this and production service. Suidae farm will be inspected and its ma- Health and Production of Morris, nure-application practices reviewed Minnesota, will provide and train regularly by the North Dakota De- employees for the barns as well as partment of Health. This operation providing veterinary and bookkeep- will also be audited by third-party ing services. Jeff Kayser, director inspectors from the swine industry of management services for Suidae in order to ensure adherence to the Health and Production, was the pork industry’s program standards. enthusiastic tour guide for the media day attendees. As they walked —Story and photo by Jeff Kayser providing a walking tour of the new barn to through the barns, Kayser explained Amber Boeshans, North Dakota media attendees. Livestock Alliance

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and field-research results from 2017. Two important topics will be an update on soybean cyst Getting it Right nematodes and how to manage soybean diseases. Hans Kandel, NDSU Extension agronomist, will provide informa- Soybean Production Meetings 2018 tion about variety selection. He will also give the latest information on oybean producers who are interested in intensive various production issues, such as the importance of good root nod- Ssoybean management should plan to attend one of ulation, fertility issues and water management, and the results of the four “Getting it Right in Soybean in Fessenden, North Dakota, Friday, Jan. 26th: soybean production survey. Production” meetings scheduled 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact Lindsay. Cavalier County Greg Endres, NDSU Extension for Fessenden, Kenmare, Rugby, [email protected]. Location: Research Extension specialist/cropping systems, will and Langdon, North Dakota. Wednesday, Jan. 24th: Center, 9280 107th Ave. N.E., discuss intensive soybean manage- The “Getting it Right in Soybean Ward County Langdon, North Dakota, 10 a.m. to ment, no till and strip till versus Production” programs and Location: Memorial Hall, 5 Third 3 p.m. Contact Anitha.chirumamil- conventional till, planting dates, lunches are sponsored by the St. NE, Kenmare, North Dakota, [email protected]. plant populations and row spacing, North Dakota Soybean Council 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact Paige.f. Speakers different soybean special inputs that which oversees the promotion, [email protected]. Participating NDSU Extension are on the market and weed-man- research and marketing programs agement issues. Thursday, Jan. 25th: agents (Lindsay Maddock, Tim that are funded by soybean- Anitha Chirumamilla and Pierce County Becker, Nicole Wardner, Paige checkoff dollars. The programs T.J. Prochaska, NDSU Extension are free and open to the public. Location: Dakota Farms Restau- Brummund, Dan Folske, LoAyne Voigt, Yolanda Schmidt, Rachel entomologists, will discuss how Preregistration is not necessary. rant, 308 Highway 2 SE, Rugby, to manage various insect pests, At the meetings, North Dakota North Dakota, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wald and Anitha Chirumamilla) will be the hosts and will provide including spider mites and State University (NDSU) Exten- The program also includes the soybean aphids. sion Service faculty and staff will crop-improvement association’s local production and crop updates. discuss past soybean research which meeting. Contact Yolanda. Sam Markell, NDSU Extension —Story and photo by was conducted in North Dakota as [email protected]. pathologist, will provide an update Dr. Hans Kandel, NDSU well as the outlook and production about the disease outlook for 2018 issues for 2018. Farming is very complex, and new production information is generated annually. With tight bud- gets, it is important for producers to gain as much knowledge as possible. These soybean education meetings, featuring research-based information and practical tips, can help producers with soybean-production decisions for the 2018 growing season. The meeting dates and place are as follows: Tuesday, Jan. 23rd: Wells County Jessica Halvorson, research specialist, and Sam Markell, NDSU Extension pathologist, Location: Festival Hall, Wells showcased research findings during a plot tour. Getting it Right information will be based County Fairgrounds, 604 Hwy 15 on recent soybean research.

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to utilize management strategies that New Resources for Phytophthora target PRSR when replanting is recommended. Annual monitoring for the presence of P. sojae in fields could Root and Stem Rot Management also help to protect future soybean oybean acreage for 2017 was estimated at a record seasons by predicting the relative risk of PRSR outbreaks. high of 89.5 million acres across the nation, up In July 2017, the NAGC S achieved accreditation status seven percent from last year. As one under favorable conditions, P. sojae that were generously given to the through the International Organi- of the top four yielding states, North has the potential to cause severe NAGC by Dr. Berlin Nelson, zation of Standardization (ISO/ Dakota planted and harvested over yield reductions or, worse, to destroy a soybean pathologist at North IEC 17025) with an emphasis on 6 million acres in the last two years, entire fields. Management for PRSR Dakota State University. This test plant-pathogen tests. This accom- and more than 80 percent of those occurs before planting by selecting was partially funded by the North plishment was a testament to the acres were located in the fertile soils soybean varieties that have excellent Dakota Soybean Council (NDSC) quality service from the NAGC of the Red River Valley. As soybean tolerance or race-specific resistant and provides North Dakota growers scientists as well as our commitment acres continue to increase, so does varieties against P. sojae in combina- with the opportunity to be proactive to continually deliver the latest the concern about pathogen out- tion with fungicide seed treatments. in terms of PRSR management. For advancements for diagnostic tests breaks. One well-known disease in The accurate diagnosis of PRSR example, growers can submit a soil to North Dakota growers. The the valley is Phytophthora root and from field symptoms can be difficult sample prior to planting in order to sample-submission guidelines as well stem rot (PRSR). PRSR is caused for a few reasons. First, PRSR can check for the presence of P. sojae, as the fee schedule for this test and by Phytophthora sojae, a soil-borne cause a pre-emergence damping off, giving them confidence about their others can be found on the NAGC’s organism that is found throughout a symptom associated with other decision to plant PRSR-resistant website (https://www.genotyping- much of North America. While early season diseases (e.g., Pythium or tolerant soybean varieties. In the center.com). the distribution of PRSR can be rot and sudden death syndrome). unfortunate event that damping off sporadic and dependent on weather Second, later in the growing season, occurs, the rapid PRSR test could —Story and photo by conditions, it is considered to be the typical symptoms of PRSR can determine whether P. sojae was the Megan O’Neil, National one of the most destructive diseases also be mistaken for other diseases, causal pathogen, giving growers time Agricultural Genotyping Center within the key soybean regions, such as Pythium root rot and stem including closer to home in the Red canker. Third, PRSR’s characteristic River Valley. lesions can be equivocal in the field. P. sojae is more likely to subsist For example, the disease’s root-rot in poorly drained soil, but PRSR phases can be difficult to detect outbreaks can appear in just 7 days, compared to the stem-rot phase even in well-drained fields that which produces more obvious were saturated from heavy rainfall. symptoms. Further adding to the PRSR can manifest throughout confusion, the symptom severity the growing season, triggering pre- (stem vs root rot) can depend on and post-emergent damping off of the particular P. sojae race or races seedlings as well as root and stem present in the soil as well as the rot later in the season. Red-to-black corresponding resistant or tolerant lesions begin to develop at the soil soybean variety that is planted in level and reach 12 inches up the the field. stem, which may coincide with Scientists at the National wilting leaves. Part of the difficulty Agricultural Genotyping Center for managing this pathogen is the (NAGC) are excited to announce existence of highly resistant spores the development of a rapid DNA- which can reside within the soil based test that can detect P. sojae in or crop residue in a dormant state the soil and plant roots. This new that remains viable for years. In test has been optimized by using susceptible soybean varieties and North Dakota isolates of P. sojae National Agricultural Genotyping Center lab staff.

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SB&B Foods, Inc. Supporting Opportunities for Casselton, North Dakota Healthy Food Ingredients Food-Grade Soybeans (SK Food International) Fargo, North Dakota ith the 2017 harvest near completion, many SunOpta Grain and Foods Inc. Moorhead, Minnesota Wproducers will evaluate the performance of the Unity Seed Company Casselton, North Dakota varieties they chose for 2017 and acre. That additional effort is or better than other commodity- will base some of their 2018 plant- mostly related to paying attention type varieties. JB Global ing decisions on those results. With to production details. These details If a producer is interested in a Burnsville, Minnesota current world and U.S. ending do not begin and end at harvest value-added program, he/she can HC International, Inc. stocks, it would be reasonable to time. Starting to make your 2018 call any of the NFGSA member Fargo, North Dakota expect grower prices to remain at production plans early will greatly companies for additional details. Grain Millers, Inc. unprofitable levels for the next year. improve your chances of both a These programs have limited acres, Eden Prairie, Minnesota We encourage every producer to successful and a quality crop. and some can fill up quickly. Parsley Farms Seed Co. visit with Northern Food Grade This industry has invested heavily NFGSA Members Soybean Association (NFGSA) in its genetic programs, addressing Warroad, Minnesota Brushvale Seed, Inc. member companies about the 2018 cyst, IDC and yield challenges. North Star Packaging Breckenridge, Minnesota grower programs that they can Many food grade/non-genetically Grand Forks, North Dakota offer. Most often, these programs modified organism (GMO) Richland IFC, Inc. Breckenridge, Minnesota —Story and photo courtesy of Northern will have a higher net return per varieties are now yielding similar Food Grade Soybean Association

Best of the Best in Wheat and Soybean Research - 2018

Researchers and Extension Specialists from North Dakota State University and the University of Minnesota are working together to deliver the most current research information to help you make better management decisions on your farm. One of the highlights will be hands-on demonstrations where you get a closer look at important production and marketing tools.

Best of the Best in Wheat and Soybean Research and Marketing workshops will be held Wednesday, January 31st at the Alerus Center, Grand Forks and Thursday, February 1st at the Courtyard by Marriott in Moorhead.

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Screening of “Food“Food Evolution”Evolution” at the Fargo Theatre CommonGround North Dakota “‘Food Evolution’s’ message is and Sarah Lovas, farmer, mother- hosted a free screening of the movie targeted to consumers who have to-be and a soil-science specialist ”Food Evolution”” on Tuesday, honest questions about their food and agronomist from Hillsboro, November 7 at the Fargo Theatre. and are looking for answers,” says answered questions for approxi- Approximately 130 people attend- Val Wagner, CommondGround mately an hour. Wagner facilitated ed the event. North Dakota coordinator and a the panel. Amid a brutally polarized debate farmer and rancher from Monango. “Food Evolution” is available on marked by passion, suspicion and “CommonGround North Dakota iTunes, Amazon and Hulu. confusion, “Food Evolution,” decided to host a screening of the CommonGround North Dakota by Academy Award-nominated documentary not only because of is a group of farmers who are director Scott Hamilton Kennedy, its scientific side, but also because working to bring clarity to explores the controversy surround- it talks about how we can feed the discussions about food and ing GMOs and food. Traveling world and still be conservation farming. The program is about from the Hawaiian papaya groves, minded and sustainable. It also an- starting a conversation between to banana farms in Uganda, to the swers a lot of questions surrounding the farmers who grow food and cornfields of Iowa, the film, narrat- social responsibility.” the consumers who buy it. The ed by esteemed science communi- After the movie screening, a conversation is based not only on cator Neil deGrasse Tyson, wrestles panel of scientists and farmers were personal experiences as farmers, with the emotions and the science at the Fargo Theatre to answer ques- but also on science and research. driving one of the most heated tions from the audience. Dr. Greg If you would like to learn more arguments of our time. Lardy, department head of Animal about CommonGround North In the GMO debate, both the Sciences and a professor at NDSU; Dakota, email Val Wagner at pro and anti camps claim that sci- Dr. Tom Peters, Extension agron- [email protected], or The Fargo Theatre marquee ence is on their side. Who’s right? omist and an assistant professor visit www.facebook.com/Com- promotes CommoGround North Dakota’s screening of “Food Evolution” shows how easily at NDSU; Teresa Dvorak, farmer, monGroundNorthDakota. “Food Evolution.” misinformation, confusion and fear rancher, mother and ruminant —Story and photos by staff can overwhelm objective analysis. nutrition specialist from Manning;

Val Wagner visited with the movie guests before the screening A panel of NDSU scientists and local farmers answered the on November 7; she answered food and farming questions. audience’s questions after the “Food Evolution’s’” screening.

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® 5 Tips to Eat Smart During the Holiday’s easonal sweet treats and multi-course meals Stempt even the most dedicated healthy eaters during the holidays. That’s why the Amer- temptation, eat a healthy snack (like soynuts) pace by setting down your fork between bites, ican Heart Association designated November as or meal before heading to the event. High-fi- taking frequent drinks of water and pausing Eat Smart Month. ber foods, such as soyfoods, are smart options to talk with friends and family. Kicking off with Eat Smart Day on Nov. 1, the because they keep you full longer. Find more tips and recipes to help you eat month-long campaign was part of the associa- 4. Mini-mize: Practice moderation, not depri- smart during the holidays and year-round at tion’s new Healthy For Good movement which vation. Opt for a small plate; help yourself to heart.org/EatSmartMonth. Check out the is supported by the North Dakota Soybean a smaller portion; or ask for a to-go box in New American Heart Association Cookbook Council. As part of the campaign, the associa- advance, placing half your order out of sight on ShopHeart.org. tion provided nutrition tips and healthy recipes in the container. throughout the month. —Story and photo by Chrissy Meyer, To kick off the month-long celebration, 5. Slow down: It takes time for your stomach to American Heart Association Suzanne Wolf, communications director for signal your brain that you’re full. Slow your the North Dakota Soybean Council, and Julia Dangerfield with the American Heart Associa- tion performed a “media blitz” in Fargo to raise awareness about Eat Smart Month and ways that North Dakotans can incorporate heart-healthy soy into their diets during this holiday season. During their appearances, Suzanne and Julia shared these tips: 1. Spice it up: A new study found that people who enjoy spicy foods appear to eat less salt and have lower blood pressure. 2. Add color: Not only are bright colors don- ning shop windows this season, but they are also at the supermarket and on the holiday buffet. From red apples, orange pumpkins to green edamame, adding one cup of fruits and vegetables a day is a significant step toward a more vibrant life. Add a burst of color to your holiday spread with fruits and vegetables at every meal. 3. Pre-game: It’s easy to overeat or munch on snacks while in social settings. To help resist Suzanne Wolf and Julia Dangerfield visited North Dakota Today Show on November 1st and shared eating tips, tools and information to help viewers stay prepared and motivated to eat healthy over the holidays.

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® May Your Holiday’s Be Soy-ful! The holidays are right around the the baked goods fresher), shelled while writing Christmas cards. and ideas! corner. People either love this time edamame to favorite vegetables, Please visit www.thesoyfood- —Story, recipes and photos by Linda of the year or feel so stressed that it textured vegetable protein to scouncil.com for lots of recipes Funk, The Soyfoods Council is hard to enjoy the season. cookies, and soy cream cheese and This season, choose to enjoy fami- soy sour cream to appetizers and Chicken Marsala ly and friends. Make some memories dips. Don’t forget about the secret Ingredients with your children or grandkids, savory seasoning, miso. Keep the soy • 11/2 cup brown rice flour ones they will remember forever. a secret until you hear the compli- • 1/2 cup soy flour As you think about food memories, ments. Take time to heat a cup of • 2 eggs don’t forget about adding just a little chocolate soymilk and to watch a • 2 six-ounce chicken breasts soy: soy flour to baked goods (keeps favorite movie or listen to music • Soybean oil for frying Directions Soy Cheesecake with Dried Cranberries, Almonds In small bowl, mix rice and soy • 1 tablespoon yellow miso and White Chocolate flour. In separate bowl whisk egg. • ¼ cup soft, silken tofu Compote Ingredients Place the chicken in the egg; coat • Salt, black pepper and granulated • 2 apples, such as Gala, peeled, each side. Dredge chicken in the garlic to season flour, coating each side. Place the cored, cut into 3-inch pieces Directions chicken in a deep-fat fryer, or pan • 1 cup fresh or thawed frozen Heat oil in small saucepan, sauté fry until done. Serve immediately cranberries mushrooms about 1 minute. Add with marsala sauce. • 2 tablespoons sugar the marsala wine (be careful as it • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice dium heat, combine all ingredients. Marsala Sauce may flare up); add the rest of the • 1 teaspoon ground ginger Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring • 1 tablespoon soybean oil ingredients, bring to a boil. Biol for Cheesecake Ingredients occasionally until apples are soft, • 1/2 cup sliced crimini mushrooms 1 minute, then simmer 3 minutes. • 11/3 cups graham-cracker crumbs about 15 minutes. Set aside. • ¼ cup sweet marsala wine Season with salt, black pepper and • 3 tablespoons sugar Cheesecake: In a bowl, combine • 1/2 cup soymilk garlic. Garnish with al-dente aspar- • 3 tablespoons soybean oil graham-cracker crumbs and sugar. • 1/2 -1 teaspoon sugar agus, carrots, or other vegetables. • 28 oz. soft, silken tofu, drained Add oil, stir to blend. Press crumbs • 3 tablespoons chicken stock and cubed evenly into springform pan over the • 1 1/2 cups sugar bottom and about 1 inch up the Toffee Bars • 8 oz. soy cream cheese pan’s sides; set aside. In a food pro- Ingredients • 1/3 cup soymilk cessor, blend the tofu, sugar, cream • 1 cup butter, softened • ¼ cup soy flour cheese, soy milk, soy flour and • 1 cup brown sugar, firmly • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract vanilla until smooth. Transfer filling packed • ¾ cup sliced almonds to a bowl; fold in the almonds, cran- • 1 egg yolk • ¾ cup sweetened, dried berries and white chocolate morsels; • 1 teaspoon vanilla cranberries pour filling into crust. Smooth top • ¼ teaspoon salt • ¾ cup white-chocolate morsels • 11/2 cups all-purpose flour and place the springform pan inside flour; mix well. Spread the mixture • 1/2 cup soy flour Directions the baking pan of water. Bake for evenly in a lightly greased 10x15x2- • 1-ounce bar milk chocolate, Preheat oven to 325°, rack in the 1 hour or until filling is firm. (Do inch pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes. melted center. Place large baking pan filled not overbake.) Turn off oven; crack (Watch carefully because cookies • ¾ cup soy nuts, chopped with 1 inch of water on rack to door open slightly; let cheesecake brown quickly.) Let cool for about preheat. Press a large sheet of foil cool in the oven for 1 hour. Cover Directions 5 minutes. Spread the melted around the base of a 9-inch spring- and chill for at least 8 hours. Use a Preheat oven to 325°. In a large chocolate on the bars. Sprinkle with form pan with 2-inch high sides. thin-bladed knife dipped in hot wa- mixing bowl, cream the butter chopped nuts. Cool completely. Coat the inside of the pan with ter to slice the into 16 wedges. Serve until light. Add sugar, egg yolk and Cut into bars. nonstick spray, and set aside. with the cranberry-apple compote. vanilla; beat until well blended. Yield: Approximately 21/2 dozen Compote: In a saucepan over me- Yield: 16 servings Add the all-purpose flour and soy

December 2017 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 27 Dealing With DICAMBA

his situation isn’t what farmers wanted. Newly Tapproved dicambia-based herbicide products were intended to give farmers options A North Dakota Department 2017 growing season. The NDDA damaged in 3,623 fields spread for treating weeds, many of which of Agriculture (NDDA) survey survey received 215 responses, over 28 North Dakota counties. have developed resistance to shows that more than 200 people with 207 indicating damage. Only Nearly all reported damage was glyphosate. Instead, the results indicated how they believe their 23 people indicated that they had to non-dicamba tolerant soybeans, included a spate of damage com- crops or plants were damaged verified dicamba damage through but there were also reports of dam- plaints which prompted govern- by improper applications of the plant tissue analysis. Approximate- age to gardens, and ornamental ment officials to take action. herbicide dicamba during the ly 163,204 acres were reported plants. Most of the comments the NDDA received in the survey indicated those affected believed the off-target applications were caused by volatilization and in most cases the label was followed properly. “The injuries and damage reported are consistent with herbicide damage–leaf cupping, leaf curl and crinkled leaves,” Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring says. “But of the 207 responses indicating damage, 184 had no plant-tissue analysis to verify the damage was caused by dicamba.” Dicamba is a selective herbicide which is used to control broadleaf

Curled leaves were one indicator that non-tolerant soybeans may have been impacted by dicamba.

28 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | December 2017 Strict record keeping required for application of restricted-use pesticides The certified applicator must 2. Date and provider of required 9. Recor d of the air temperature allow the continued “over the top” keep the records for two years. training completed and proof in degrees Fahrenheit at the use of dicamba beyond the 2018 Records must be generated no of completion. start and completion of each growing season. When the EPA later than 14 days after applica- 3. Receipts or copies for the application. registered these products, it set tion and a record must be kept product purchase. 10. Record of the wind speed and the registrations to expire in two for each application and made direction at boom height at years, allowing the EPA to change available to State Pesticide Con- 4. A copy of the product label, the registration, if necessary. and any state special local the start and completion of trol Officials, USDA, and EPA upon each application. Although the EPA has request. Those items include: needs label that supplements the label. 11. Record of the spray nozzle announced its changes, North 1. All Items required by for manufacturer/brand, type, Dakota officials are formulating recordkeeping on restricted 5. Record of the buffer distance additional measures. calculation and any areas orifice size, and operating use pesticides by certified pressure used during each “We are currently drafting applicators including: included within the buffer distance calculations. application. North Dakota-specific restric- • The brand or product name tions for Dicamba to mitigate 6. Record that a sensitive crop 12. Record of the brand names • The EPA registration number and EPA registration numbers potential damage to non-target registry was consulted; or doc- crops in 2018,” Goehring says. • The total amount applied ument surveying neighboring (if available) for all products that were tank mixed for each “The proposed changes should be • The month, day, and year fields for any susceptible crops finalized by early November.” prior to application. application. • The location of the The restrictions will only 7. Record of the time at which 13. Record of compliance with the application Proper Spray System Equip- affect applications made on the application started and soybeans for XtendiMax by • The crop, commodity, stored the time when the application ment Cleanout. product, or site Monsanto, Engenia by BASF finished. Manufacturers agreed to a and FeXapan by DuPont. The • The size of treated area 8. Record of the type of applica- process that will get the revised restrictions will not affect generic • The name of the certified tion (for example: pre-emer- labels into the hands of farmers dicamba formulations for use in applicator gence, post-emergence) and in time for the 2018 season. The small grains and corn. EPA will monitor the success of • The certification number of number of days after planting if post-emergence. these changes to help inform the certified applicator their decision about whether to

weeds and woody plants. Dicamba The EPA worked with states, was primarily used with pre-plant land-grant universities and pes- applications on soybeans, but new ticide manufacturers to examine formulations were approved for the underlying causes of recent post-emergence use on Dicam- crop damage. The EPA reviewed Join our family of growers who share our passion for cultivating goodness. We’d like you to grow with us. ba-tolerant soybeans. the available information and Reports of damage from off-tar- developed changes to implement Pulses | Soybeans | Flax | Cereal Grains | Corn get dicamba applications occurred during the 2018 growing season. in nearly every soybean-producing Manufacturers have voluntarily state, prompting the Environmen- agreed to label the changes that tal Protection Agency (EPA) to impose additional requirements further restrict dicamba use. In for post-emergence use. Our HFI family: suntava mid-October, the EPA reached Prior to applying FeXapan, an agreement with Monsanto, Engenia or Xtendimax products BASF and DuPont on measures to in 2018 and beyond, applicators further minimize the potential for must complete dicamba or aux- Let’s cultivate goodness, drift to damage neighboring crops. in-specific training. together. EPA officials contend that the new —Story by Daniel Lemke, Call 844-275-3443 or requirements will allow farmers to photos by Wanbaugh Studios visit HFIfamily.com make informed choices for seed purchases heading into the 2018 growing season.

December 2017 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 29 Nutrient Strategy Nears Completion

fter more than five years of work, a plan to manage Anutrient runoff in North Dakota’s surface waters is inching closer to reality. industry, cities, agriculture, envi- industrial point sources, storm Watershed Focus The orthN Dakota Depart- ronmental groups as well as state water, animal-feeding operations, The NDDoH recognizes that ment of Health (NDDoH) and federal agency representatives. private sewage-disposal systems successful strategy implementa- has developed the Nutrient The planning team developed (i.e., septic systems) and agri- tion will best be achieved on a Reduction Strategy for Surface an outline for the strategy and cultural nonpoint sources. watershed scale with locally-led Waters to address environmental, recommended working groups “The Strategy is intended to be projects. This process is intended human-health and water-quality to help fill in the details. The an equitable process.” Korom says, to promote a more coordinated issues that are caused by excessive NDDoH then facilitated a series “For example, 72 percent of the effort for the collection and nutrients, including nitrogen and of working-group meetings for land in the Red River Valley is in sharing of data and information, phosphorus, in the state’s waters. planning-team members and other agriculture, so a lot of the respon- increased availability of technical The strategy will also serve as a interested stakeholders to help sibility will fall on ag in this basin, and financial resources, and more blueprint for local, state and develop recommendations about but not all of it.” focused and effective nutrient- federal agencies; cities; counties what should be in the strategy. management activities. and the public to address excessive “This really has been a bot- nutrient runoff and loading in tom-up process,” says Scott the state’s rivers, streams, lakes, Korom, senior environmental reservoirs and wetlands. engineer with Barr Engineering in “The goal is to focus attention Bismarck. Korom was involved in on reducing nutrient contributions the strategy’s development. “It was to lakes, rivers and streams across primarily a voluntary, grassroots, the state,” says Mike Ell, NDDoH consensus-based process, which is Division of Water Quality. “We are refreshing. I’m thankful that the trying to get everyone on the same state took that approach.” page and with the common goal of The utrientN Reduction Strat- reducing nutrient contributions. egy will help prioritize watersheds This isn’t the NDDoH’s strategy; and best management practices it’s the state’s strategy.” (BMPs) in order to achieve cost- Lengthy Process effective solutions to reduce the delivery of nutrients to the Strategy development involved state’s surface waters. The the formation of a planning team strategy addresses municipal and North Dakota’s draft nutrient reduction strategy is intended to with diverse representation from be a blueprint for reducing nutrient runoff.

30 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | December 2017 framework, the goals are gener- and phosphorus are necessary and ally accomplished by promoting critical for food production. voluntary adoption of specific “We are not advocating a reduc- best-management practices, tion in fertilizer use, but we want providing financial and technical to use nutrients in a manner that assistance to implement best-man- reduces the delivery of nutrients agement practices, disseminating in runoff to our lakes, rivers and information about the project and streams,” Ell says. identified solutions, and evaluating Because so much of North Da- progress toward meeting pollut- kota is in agriculture production, ant-reduction goals. it’s logical that any implementa- Ell says that successful im- tion plans developed for specific plementation of the Nutrient watersheds will have an impact Reduction Strategy will involve on agriculture. an adaptive management process. “We have to be realistic and Adaptive resource management know that there are going to be is a systematic approach for rules, regulations and best-man- The strategy will help prioritize watersheds and best water-quality improvement and agement practices happening in management practices to reduce delivery of nutrients to nutrient reduction by learning all states,” Korom says. “That may the state’s surface waters. from what has been done, includ- not be what we want, but it’s going ing what works and what doesn’t to happen. I can’t think of a better The rimaryp delivery method Dakota: the Red River Basin, work, and adapting and changing way to address these issues here in for implementing the strategy will James River Basin, Souris River course if the desired outcomes North Dakota than through this be the Basin Water Quality Man- Basin, Upper Missouri River Basin aren’t being reached. bottom-up, stakeholder-driven agement Framework. The basin and Lower Missouri River Basin. “Whether we are seeing im- approach.” framework is organized around As each watershed project is provement in water quality is a di- “As farmers, we have a responsi- five major river basins in North implemented through the basin rect way to measure outcomes,” Ell bility to use nutrients wisely,” says says. “Acres where nutrient-man- Rolette, North Dakota, farmer agement practices have been put in Ryan Pederson. “My hope is that, place could be another.” in the process of finalizing the The trategys will function as a plan, farmers and grower groups blueprint and starting point for a will get their background and multi-year, multi-faceted effort to points of view included.” reduce nutrient pollution in North Ell says that there is still work to Dakota’s surface waters. The strat- be done with finalizing the strate- egy will also provide guidance to gy. The draft plan is in the hands of develop nutrient criteria for North the planning-team members who Dakota’s surface waters. will provide input and offer pos- The trategys is driven by guiding sible revisions. Ell expects to hold principles that any implemen- additional reviews and stakeholder tation plan to reduce nutrient meetings this winter. The goal is runoff must be technically and to have the strategy finalized by scientifically defensible; they can May 2018. be reasonably implemented with Korom says that it’s important state and local laws. Implementa- for farmers and landowners to be tion must be equitable and include involved with the process and to measures to safeguard public make the effort to attend a stake- health and to minimize economic holder meeting this winter in order impacts. to provide input and to learn how Impact on Ag the strategy could affect their farm as well as how they operate. Ell says that, even though the goal is to reduce nutrients in the —Story and photos state’s water, the strategy recogniz- by Daniel Lemke es that nutrients such as nitrogen

December 2017 | The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine 31 Getting to Know the Grower

How and why did you Why are soybeans a turns us into a hockey family. I get involved with the part of your crop mix? coach; three of my kids play and North Dakota Soybean Soybeans have become an one refs; Mom takes the pictures. Council? important part of my farm’s crop If you could go any- I became involved with the rotation. Cavalier County is well where in the world, North Dakota Soybean Council known for its canola production. where would it be? (NDSC) after I was nominated Disease issues come with that crop Brazil and New Zealand are by my peers to represent Cavalier because the rotations are so tight. places where I’d like to go and County. From there, I was selected Soybeans have given many growers see their agriculture industries to represent District 10 (Cavalier, a profitable option to throw into at work. Walsh and Pembina Counties). the mix. If you could add How has your involve- What has changed equipment or ment been beneficial most about farming technology to your Mike Muhs to you? Why? since you’ve been farm, what would it be? Langdon, North Dakota Although I’m in my first year involved? I’d like to continue improving Tell us about your farm. on the NDSC and still have lots to Lately, seed technology has my grain-handling system and I operate a family farm with learn, I’ve enjoyed being involved changed the game for many crops. dryer. with the NDSC’s work. Most Increased yields, disease and insect help from my wife and four What’s the one piece people don’t realize how much resistance, along with other traits children, as well as my semi-retired of farm equipment dad, raising soybeans, wheat, cano- time, effort and dollars it takes to have raised the bar for productivi- or technology you la and corn. keep the soybean industry growing ty. Hopefully, this trend continues wouldn’t want to be the way farmers need it to in order at a profitable level for years without? What do you like best to remain profitable. Now, I have to come. about farming? I couldn’t live without my high- a much better understanding of I enjoy the ever-changing tasks What do you like to do wheeled sprayer. It’s a great time what our checkoff dollars do for outside farming? to see your crop growing and to that a farmer gets to experience the North Dakota farmer. throughout the year. No two days In my spare time, I enjoy camp- protect it the best you can. ing and relaxing at the lake with are the same. Farming has always — Photo by Wanbaugh Studios been in my blood. family during the summer. Winter

NDSGA Director at Town-Hall Meeting supports letting farmers mitigate back old easements so that USF- Rolette, North Dakota, farmer weren’t always clearly defined wetlands and having easements WS could use the funds to reinvest and North Dakota Soybean or understood. treated uniformly by the NRCS in more appropriate wetlands. and USFWS. The NDSGA also Growers Association (NDSGA) “My grandpa sold wetlands to —Story by Daniel Lemke, supports allowing farmers to buy Director Ryan Pederson (stand- the USFWS but excluded certain photo by staff ing) presented at a town-hall meet- areas. It later came back that some ing to discuss wetland easements of what USFWS considered and other issues. The September wetlands weren’t wetlands at all,” 22 meeting in Devils Lake was Pederson says. “Why we think it’s organized by Congressman Kevin unfair is that grandpa’s intent was Cramer (table center) and includ- fairly clear. Had he known those ed two U.S. Fish and Wildlife other areas would be considered Service (USFWS) officials. wetlands, he certainly would have The rimaryp issue centered excluded them, too.” around permanent wetland ease- The SFWSU has different ments, many of which farmers sold criteria for wetlands than does to the USFWS more than 50 years the Natural Resources Conserva- ago. Presenters like Pederson said tion Service (NRCS), leading to that one of the issues is that, when frequent conflicts. those easements were sold, they Pederson says that the NDSGA

32 The North Dakota Soybean Grower Magazine | December 2017 Getting to Know the Expert

Editor’s Note: North Dakota farmers have access to a wealth of information and resources. In many cases, that knowledge resides with an individual. The North Dakota Soybean Grower wants to introduce readers to some of these expert resources.

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and of pyrethroid-resistant soybean States, the estimated economic State University for my M.S. in aphids and to test the use of drones net benefit for the adoption of the entomology. I worked as a faculty for insect scouting. soybean-aphid threshold is $1.3 research assistant on botanical In addition, I’m one of the team billion; there is a rate of return of insecticides, such as neem, against leaders and an active member of 124 percent while reducing costly greenhouse insect pests for the the North Central Soybean Ento- insecticide inputs and preserving USDA-Agricultural Research mology Research and Extension natural enemies and pollinators. Service in Beltsville, Maryland, Team on soybean aphids. I current- Note: For more information on and as a senior extension associate, ly direct research on the pollina- aphids and other NDSU insect biological monitoring coordinator tor diversity project with nine research, visit www.ag.ndsu.edu/ at Cornell University. My love for north-central states, the Brown extensionentomology/ the great Midwest and family led marmorated stink bug survey, the me back to my beautiful home neonicotinoid seed treatment re- How much of a Dr. Janet Knodel, North state of North Dakota. I worked search and the extension outreach challenge do insects Dakota State University for 8 years as an area extension in North Dakota. like aphids present to (NDSU) Extension Entomolo- crop protection specialist at the I have led the Integrated Peset soybean farmers? gist and Associate Professor North Central Research Extension Management (IPM) Survey since In North Dakota, soybean Center in Minot and obtained 2013 and co-coordinated it with production has expanded from Where did you my Ph.D. in Entomology in Dr. Marcia McMullen (retired) 1.9 million acres valued at $250 grow up? 2005 while working, full time, from 2006 to 2012. The goals of million in 2000 to 6 million acres I grew up in the Fargo area in this position. the IPM Survey are to monitor for valued at about $2.2 billion in and attended NDSU as an 2016. The soybean aphid, which is What kind of work did insect pests as well as wheat, barley, undergraduate. native to Asia, was first detected in you do prior to joining soybean and sunflower diseases. North Dakota in 2001, and today, Please tell us about NDSU? Producers estimate that the IPM data about the North Dakota the insect poses a serious threat your education. I’ve spent my whole career, over soybean-aphid populations saved to soybean production. Soy- After earning my undergrad- 20 years, working on extension and them about $26 million annually bean-aphid densities can damage uate degree, I moved east to applied research of field-crop in- by reducing insecticide costs by soybean plants by reducing plant sect pests and answering problems using the soybean-aphid threshold. height, pod number and yield. that farmers face. However, I wear I also coordinate and co-edit the Yield reductions have ranged many different hats besides field- NDSU Extension Service Crop & from 12 to 45 percent. An crop entomology. I also worked Pest Report (C&PR) website and average of 250 aphids per plants with insect pests of trees, shrubs, blog. C&PR readers are mainly with 80 percent of the plants lawns, home and garden; and with producers; agronomists of fertil- infested and increasing popula- “good insects,” such as pollinators izer, chemical, seed companies, tions is the economic threshold and parasitic wasps. The old saying university extension, and research for soybean aphids. “time flies when you’re having fun” workers; and crop consultants. applied here! What do you like to do Since I started coordinating the away from work? What is the focus of C&PR, it has increased 18-fold I enjoy bird watching, biking, your research? to more than 4,809 readers in 10 hiking, yoga and working in my My research includes multiple countries on 5 continents! pollinator flower garden and my projects that examine strategies How does aphid vegetable garden. for the best pest management of research impact soybean aphids. My colleagues —Story by Daniel Lemke, North Dakota and I are also looking at aphid soybean farmers? photo courtesy of NDSU interactions with Soybean Cyst Research has resulted in Nematode. We hope to do addi- significant impacts. In the United tional work on the identification

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Former Soy Industry NDSU Extension Offers nancial professionals who will help The SDA,U FDA and EPA are Leader Named Deputy Succession Planning make sure that the plan is workable. in the process of reviewing the Ag Secretary Workshops Locations, dates and times for regulatory system for how their Former American Soybean Farmers and ranchers who want the upcoming DYSP workshops agencies regulate biotechnology. Association (ASA) Chief Executive to pass their operation on to the include ASA President and Illinois farmer Ron Moore applauded the Officer Steve Censky has been next generation can learn more Mandan: Nov. 28, and Dec. 5, letter, saying “Soybean producers sworn in as the Deputy Secretary at about the process by attending Farm Credit Services the U.S. Department of Agriculture workshops on succession planning rely on agriculture innovations like (USDA). Censky was nominated that are offered by North Dakota New Salem: Nov. 28, and Dec. 5, biotechnology to help grow a safe, by President Trump and confirmed State University (NDSU) Exten- Morton County Fairgrounds affordable and abundant food sup- by the U.S. Senate in October. Cen- sion. The Design Your Succession Watford City: Nov. 28 and 30, ply. We need consistent regulatory sky was sworn in later that month. Plan (DYSP) workshops will and Dec. 7, McKenzie County policies based on sound science Prior to joining ASA, Censky be held at a variety of locations Courthouse that promote new technologies in worked in Washington, D.C., for throughout the state in the next agriculture that also help put less over a decade. He began his career several months. The curriculum Langdon: Nov. 30 and Dec. 5, strain on our natural resources.” on Capitol Hill as a legislative assis- includes a module developed Cavalier County Courthouse The letter urges a “consistent, tant for agricultural and transpor- specifically for people who are con- Belfield:Dec. 5, 7 and 12, Choice science-based, risk-proportionate tation matters for South Dakota sidering a transition from full-time Financial regulatory system” for agricultural Senator Jim Abdnor. Censky later farming or ranching. biotechnology. served in both the Ronald Reagan “Very often, the two or more Linton: Dec. 6 and 13, Emmons and George H. W. Bush adminis- generations already are working County Courthouse Ag Advocates Support trations at the USDA, helping to together but have not yet taken the Towner: Jan. 16, 18 and 22, 2018, For Additional Research craft the 1990 Farm Bill and even- steps toward succession planning,” 314 Main St. S. Funding tually serving as the administrator Carrie Johnson, an NDSU Exten- The .S.U Department of Agricul- of the Foreign Agricultural Service. sion Service personal and family LaMoure: Jan. 23, 25 and 30, ture’s (USDA) research, education There, Censky was involved with finance specialist, says. “It is often 2018, 200 Highway 13 W. and extension budget should be global trade negotiations and run- one of those things all parties know Visit https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/ doubled to $6 billion during the ning the nation’s export programs. they should be doing, but they just succession for more information. 5-year life of the 2018 Farm Bill, Censky, who was born and haven’t gotten around to it, or they according to a broad coalition of raised on a diversified farm near don’t know where or how to start.” ASA Supports Effort to 63 organizations, including the Jackson, Minnesota, served the The YSPD workshops help Foster Ag Innovation American Soybean Association ASA for 23 years, 21 of which he farm and ranch families to think A bipartisan group of 79 Con- (ASA). spent as the organization’s leader. about what they want for their gress members has sent a letter to The coalition submitted its “We can’t thank Steve enough business, to explore the options U.S. Department of Agriculture request to House and Senate agri- for the legacy he leaves here at and to consider the consequences (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue, culture leadership. ASA,” says ASA President and of each option before making any Food and Drug Administration “Modern agriculture is a sci- Illinois farmer Ron Moore. “We decisions. Some people may wish (FDA) Commissioner Scott Got- ence-based business,” said Richard are a more effective and represen- to transfer a viable business to the tlieb and Environmental Protection Wilkins, a Delaware farmer and tative advocate for soybean farmers next generation. Others may desire Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott ASA chairman, “and yet, we as a because of him. He leaves big and to divide the farm or ranch assets Pruitt, urging the agencies respon- nation are not investing enough well-worn shoes to fill; this isn’t an and want to determine an accept- sible for regulating biotechnology in publicly funded research while easy job, but it’s a rewarding one. able process. to coordinate and to advance China has doubled its commit- We look to the candidates for the DYSP workshop participants policies and strategies that promote ments. We need to regain and CEO position to bring their inno- learn how to start and to sustain agriculture innovation domestically maintain our nation’s place as the vation and experience, and novel those discussions, and how to begin and internationally through the international leader.” concepts for advancing the soybean developing a succession plan. They President’s Interagency Task Force —Story by staff industry to us.” also learn about choosing and on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity. preparing to work with legal and fi-

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