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Wheat Midge Risk Extremely Low for 2026

Published March 11, 2026

North Dakota farmers are heading into the 2026 growing season with a very low risk of wheat midge infestations. Soil surveys conducted by NDSU Extension found zero wheat midge cocoons in fall samples, marking the first time since the survey…

Armstrong Addresses ND-Canada Relationship

Published February 20, 2026

During the National Governors Association Winter Meeting in Washington, D.C., North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong sat down with Politico. Armstrong was asked about the U.S. tariffs on Canada and the impact on the North Dakota-Canada relationship. “We have friends and…

Armstrong Rolls Out Soil Health and Habitat Pilot

Published February 2, 2026

North Dakota is launching a pilot program to help landowners turn less productive cropland into grass habitat, aiming to improve soil health, reduce erosion, and enhance water quality. Governor Kelly Armstrong says the program will benefit both landowners and hunters…

Record Canola Yields in 2025

Published February 1, 2026

2025 was another big year for canola in North Dakota. "We're a bit surprised to see these really good yields for canola all across the state," said Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman. "USDA says we had a…

Waiting Can be the Worst Decision

Published January 30, 2026

Peterson Farms Seeds Sales Rep Paul Bromely says there’s still plenty of uncertainty around key crop input decisions, especially in western North Dakota. "Whether you're in seed, chem, or fertilizer, the industry is always constantly wondering what has and hasn't…

Noxious Weed Forum Update

Published January 9, 2026

North Dakota weed control officials met in Bismarck this past week for the Ag Commissioner’s Noxious Weed Forum. Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said one of the most frequently asked questions is how to add a weed to the noxious weeds…

Surge in Soybean Acres Shifts ND’s Nutrient Needs

Published December 4, 2025

Soybeans may fix their own nitrogen, but a balanced fertility approach is a must. "We've seen a huge influx of soybean acres across the state in North Dakota, and we have to recognize that this is fundamentally changing nutrient removal…

Hoeven Highlights Ag Funding Secured in the CR

Published November 16, 2025

North Dakota Senator John Hoeven hosted a roundtable event at NDSU Friday, outlining key ag provisions secured in the continuing resolution that reopened the government. "The funding we got into the legislature exceeds $50 million when you look at NDSU…

Snow, Rain Slow Final Harvest Push

Published November 11, 2025

A mix of rain and snow delayed the combines on the last few fields in southwestern North Dakota. Yields have been a mixed bag depending on harvest timing, but Elgin farmer Harlan Klein reports encouraging corn quality. "Test weights on…

Land O’Lakes CEO Cites Difficult Economy During ND Trip

Published November 6, 2025

Land O’Lakes CEO Beth Ford and North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong met this past week in Bismarck. Ford praised the state-owned Bank of North Dakota for its farm debt refinancing program. “It is challenging out there, but certainly no one…

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Articles tagged under: North Dakota

Wheat Midge Risk Extremely Low for 2026

Armstrong Addresses ND-Canada Relationship

Armstrong Rolls Out Soil Health and Habitat Pilot

Record Canola Yields in 2025

Waiting Can be the Worst Decision

Noxious Weed Forum Update

Surge in Soybean Acres Shifts ND’s Nutrient Needs

Hoeven Highlights Ag Funding Secured in the CR

Snow, Rain Slow Final Harvest Push

Land O’Lakes CEO Cites Difficult Economy During ND Trip

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