Articles tagged under: North Dakota Grain Growers Association
NDGGA Hosts Successful Annual Meeting
Published December 12, 2024
The North Dakota Grain Growers Association passed eight resolutions and re-elected four district directors at its annual meeting. The directors are Ed Kessel, Jeff Mertz, Troy Bratcher, and Dean Knell. "We've got a full board, which is always a good…Pulvermacher to Exit NDGGA Leadership Role
Published November 21, 2024
The North Dakota Grain Growers Association is looking for a new executive director. Kayla Pulvermacher has accepted a new role as a government relations manager for Midco. Pulvermacher joined NDGGA in July of 2023, succeeding longtime Executive Dan Wogsland.NDGGA Weighs in on Potential Treated Seed Regs
Published February 15, 2024
The North Dakota Grain Growers Association has submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding its proposed approach to the regulation of treated seed. The group said it does not believe treated seed should be classified as a pesticide. An…Policy Priorities
Published December 18, 2023
The North Dakota Grain Growers Association is focused on the issues coming out of Washington, D.C. "Pesticides are always at the forefront and we're trying to get a better handle around the EPA'sis herbicide action plan," said Ed Kessel, president, NDGGA.…Wogsland Humbled by NDSU Harvest Bowl Recognition
Published November 13, 2023
Former North Dakota Grain Growers Association Executive Director Dan Wogsland is the 2023 NDSU Harvest Bowl Agribusiness Award recipient. "I am so grateful and I am so humbled," said Wogsland. "It's all due to everyone in agriculture and everyone in North…Vigilance Still Needed
Published May 25, 2023
According to North Dakota Grain Growers Association President Ed Kessel, the Supreme Court Sackett decision is a step in the right direction. Kessel remains cautious. "It does look favorable, but those that are trying to make these (Waters of the United…Wogsland to Retire From NDGGA
Published May 2, 2023
After 19 years as the executive director of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association, Dan Wogsland will retire June 1. NDGGA President Ed Kessel says Wogsland has made his mark on the industry. "When Dan talks people listen just because…Ag Groups Host Farm Bill Series
Published April 27, 2023
North Dakota Grain Growers Association Executive Director Don Wogsland has been attending the farm bill listening sessions around the state and says final meeting helped nail down the importance of crop insurance. "Maintaining and enhancing crop insurance coverage is one…NDGGA Talks Crop Insurance on Capitol Hill
Published March 2, 2023
A North Dakota Grain Growers Association Fly-in to Washington, D.C. focused on pesticides regulations, trade, crop insurance and more. NDGGA President Ed Kessel said it was noted that moving the crop insurance payment date would better align with the marketing…