A west-central Minnesota farmer says yields are surpassing expectations.
Gary Wertish runs a diversified grain and livestock farm in Renville County.
“Coming through a drought year, we were pleasantly surprised on the yields we got. A little bit off average, but it’s not too many years ago that would’ve been considered a good yield.”
He tells Brownfield soil type and plant variety made a big difference this year.
“Especially in the lighter soils, (those) were hit really hard.
