Articles tagged under: farming
Former Green Bay Packer Encourages Angus Cattlemen to “Elevate Their Game”
Published November 9, 2020
Even though the 137th Annual Gathering of Angus cattle producers was simplified, this year’s event started on a high note. Former NFL wide receiver and Green Bay Packer Jordy Nelson spoke to convention attendees having said, in times of change,…Don’t Give Up on Some Specialty Crops
Published December 8, 2019
In the current agricultural economy, it’s tough to raise a crop that will cover input expenses. However, Lake Region State College Adult Farm Management instructor Joel Lemer tells farmers not to give up on sunflowers or malting barley. "There was…TransFARMation: Honor the Family by Being a Business-First Family
Published July 15, 2019
One of the biggest sources of stress in agriculture is transitioning the farm from one generation to the next. Farmer, author and speaker Jolene Brown encourages farmers to operate as a business-first family. "What that means is you honor the…Annie’s Project Coming to Stutsman/Kidder Counties
Published January 30, 2019
Farm women in central North Dakota have an upcoming opportunity to take part in Annie’s Project. The six-week course is designed for women who want to learn more about the business side of farming and ranching. Alicia Harstad, an NDSU…Olson Shares Organic Farming Expertise
Published January 16, 2019
During the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, Cottonwood, Minnesota farmer Carolyn Olson shared her expertise in organic crop farming. Olson sees potential for market growth. "There's everything from vegetables and row crops to livestock that are being raised in the…