ST. THOMAS, N.D. — Sugarbeet harvest is well underway in the Red River Valley.

Understanding the Context

While pulling beets from the ground, Brent Baldwin has been happy with their current condition. “Quality is good, tons ... American Crystal's sugar beet harvest in the Red River Valley is nearly complete, and the yields look to be matching the record 25.5 tons per acre set two years ago, according to company officials. Dennis Dipple finally finished digging his sugar beets Monday, only one day earlier than his father's latest beet harvest 53 years ago, he said.

Key Insights

Dipple, who lives in Grand Forks, raises beets for ... AG Week: Sugarbeet harvest is well underway in the Red River Valley MOORHEAD — The first phase of the beet harvest is underway in the Red River Valley, and farmers say they need the public's help to make sure everyone gets home safely. Harrison Weber, executive ... MOORHEAD, Minn. -- It's been an on-again, off-again type of harvest for sugar beet farmers in the Red River Valley.

Final Thoughts

Changes between warm and cold temperatures and saturated field conditions have ... inforum: The sweet season: Annual beet harvest puts Red River Valley to work The sweet season: Annual beet harvest puts Red River Valley to work FARGO, N.D. — American Crystal Sugar Co. farmers are starting their beet harvest this week. It's the earliest start in the Red River Valley cooperative's history. The pre-pile harvest is to begin ...