Fall rains complicate harvest in northeastern South Dakota

By Taylor Sumption of Frederick, S.D.
Nov 8, 2021
Nov 8, 2021 Updated Nov 9, 2021

Fall in Bristol South Dakota — Corn is ready for harvest along the rail road tracks east of Bristol, S.D. Fall rains have made harvest and loading trucks difficult in northeastern South Dakota.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Janelle Atyeo

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By Taylor Sumption of Frederick, S.D.

Harvest progress in corn hasn’t gone nearly as smooth as soybean harvest in northeastern South Dakota.

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Taylor Sumption farms with his brothers in Brown County, South Dakota. He is CEO of Anthem Oats, selling their South Dakota-grown oatmeal online and in stores.