Increased production and reduced production risk are some of the many benefits derived from technological advancements. In the 21st century, precision agriculture has become a new frontier for technology adoption.

North Dakota farmers Joe Breker and Nick Vinje discuss how conservation-tillage practices fits into their farming operations. Breker was honored recently as a responsible nutrient practitioner by the Responsible Nutrient Management Practitioners Program. No-Till Farmer and Agro-Culture Liquid Fertilizers are co-sponsors of the program.

An online tool called the "Cover Crop Chart" is helping U.S. farmers decide which cover crops to plant and is generating interest from growers in other countries.

The North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station has released ND Genesis, a two-rowed barley line adapted to all parts of North Dakota and adjacent areas of Minnesota, Montana and South Dakota.