Articles tagged under: NDSU
Biofuels Markets Creating Opportunities for Farmers
Published July 19, 2024
NDSU Extension Bioproducts and Bioenergy Economist David Ripplinger spoke at Langdon Research Extension Center’s Field Day about the current state of green production in agriculture, and some of the opportunities farmers could take advantage of. "Demand for low carbon fuels…Record Short
Published July 19, 2024
The expectation for a large crop is causing downward pressure on the corn and soybean markets. Speculators are record short in corn and soybeans aren’t far behind. “Typically, what we see is when there’s some kind of fundamental shift and…New Offerings From NDSU This Fall
Published July 19, 2024
With the fall semester just over a month away, NDSU has new online offerings for students looking to further their education in agriculture. "This fall, we'll roll out an online bachelor's degree in ag science. For fall 2025 we're also…A Successful Crops and Soils Day
Published July 17, 2024
The Northwest Research and Outreach Center Crop and Soils Day was a time for learning. “We like to highlight the important research that is done at the research center to learn firsthand what we do out here and the importance…Increased Disease Risk
Published June 15, 2024
The wet spring throughout the Northern Plains has increased the risk of plant disease. NDSU Plant Pathologist Andrew Friskop warns stripe rust has been confirmed in North Dakota wheat fields. "We know the disease doesn't over-winter in North Dakota and…Bugs, Bugs, Bugs
Published June 15, 2024
As crops began to emerge, so did the bugs. "Get out to scout for flea beetles in any later-planted crop," said Janet Knodel, entomologist, NDSU Extension. "Most of the early crop is just taking off now with that moisture and…Ribbon Cutting for New Peltier Complex
Published June 13, 2024
The new Peltier Complex on the NDSU campus brings together food science, meat science and cereal science departments, Northern Crops Institute and the Ag Products Development Center. This facility is named for the Peltier family, which has made its mark…Ag Research Corridor Includes Bolley, Dalrymple and Peltier Facilities
Published June 13, 2024
State Board of Agricultural Research and Education Chair Sarah Lovas was also on the program for the Bolley Agricultural Laboratory, touting the 25 percent return on investment with ag research. "We are raising livestock in crops in droughty, flooding and…The ‘Silicon Valley’ of Agriculture
Published June 8, 2024
Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Chief Business Development Officer Ryan Aasheim sees the new Ag Innovation Corridor as yet another step in making the Northern Plains synonymous with American agriculture. "You think about Silicon Valley, that's a name that everyone recognizes…