Conditions improve; 2022 spring planting completed

Andrea Johnson
Jun 1, 2022
Jun 1, 2022

Corn can be rowed on May 25 near Northfield, Minn. — Corn planted on May 11 was tall enough to “row” by May 25. More sunshine is needed across the region for the crops to thrive. Photo by Bruce Peterson.

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NORTHFIELD, Minn. – Investments in equipment and technology allow farmers to plant efficiently, but weather and soil conditions still dictate when the planting window is open.

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