North Dakota farmers finish row crop harvest

By Scout Nelson

Warm weather for another week has allowed farmers in North Dakota to finish up their fall harvests. Temperatures have been above average throughout the state, but precipitation has stayed below average, according to the Agriculture Department's weekly crop and weather report.

An average of 6.5 days were ideal for fieldwork because of the pleasant weather. The sunflower harvest is nearly complete, with 96 percent of the crop harvested. Farmers have also started on other important post-harvest tasks, including fall tillage and fertilizer applications, to prepare the fields for the next growing season.

Topsoil moisture levels across North Dakota have been assessed as 1 percent very short, 28 percent short, 67 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus. These moisture levels, combined with the warm weather, have contributed to the efficient completion of the fall harvest.

As North Dakota’s farmers complete their harvest and begin preparing for the next season, the warm, dry conditions have played a crucial role in ensuring that these agricultural activities are carried out effectively. This period of favorable weather has been a welcome opportunity for farmers to finish their work before winter sets in, ensuring that fields are ready for the upcoming year.

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