Articles tagged under: Amber Boeshans
Milk Producers of North Dakota Recognize Boeshans and Amundson
Published January 21, 2023
During the 55th Annual North Dakota Dairy Convention, North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans received the Merit Award. The Milky Way Award, a lifetime achievement award for an individual involved in the dairy industry, went to long-time promoter…Expanding North Dakota’s Dairy Industry
Published January 21, 2023
North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans says the state's dairy industry is slowly shrinking. "There's currently 38 dairy farms left in North Dakota," said Boeshans. "The biggest concern is making sure dairy farmers don't get forced out of…Growth Potential for Hog Production in ND
Published September 29, 2022
North Dakota is not widely known for its hog production, producing anywhere from 100,000 to 150,000 hogs per year. Yet North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans says that is a selling point to attract new producers. "You cannot…Wanted: Pigs for North Dakota
Published June 9, 2022
The North Dakota Livestock Alliance took part in World Pork Expo, hoping to attract swine production to the state. "North Dakota's real niche is sow ownership with those female pigs giving birth to the little piglets," said Amber Boeshans, executive…Numerous Opportunities for Animal Agriculture
Published February 4, 2022
North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans says the state is a blank slate, offering numerous opportunities for animal agriculture. "North Dakota is a beautiful, perfect place for responsible swine development because we're able to put distance between swine…Developing North Dakota’s Animal Ag Industry
Published January 18, 2022
North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans was on a mission while attending the North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Convention. "We are looking for folks who are interested in producing bio-secure pig feed," said Boeshans. "This would be feed…North Dakota’s Livestock Industry Has Growth Potential
Published October 4, 2021
More soybean crush facilities being built in North Dakota could encourage growth in the state’s livestock industry. North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans sees potential for growth in many areas. "What comes first, the chicken or the egg?…ND Livestock Summit Goes Virtual
Published November 30, 2020
Due to COVID-19, the 2021 North Dakota Livestock Summit has been converted into a webinar series. North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans, who organizes the summit, says the webinars will feature various livestock development topics. "There are four…Goal: Expand Animal Agriculture in ND
Published February 5, 2020
The 2019 growing season may be a wake-up call for farmers. North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans says animal agriculture can help utilize the feedstuffs grown in the state. "This past year made it very evident that we…