Articles tagged under: North Dakota
North Dakota Legislature Adjourns
Published April 29, 2019
The North Dakota Legislature adjourned Friday night with a budget of nearly $15 billion. That represents a 12 percent increase in general fund spending from 2017. After recent cuts, the NDSU Extension and research budget includes a bump in the…ND Legislative Report
Published April 26, 2019
Governor Doug Burgum has signed a bill that makes a change to North Dakota corporate farming laws. With the new law, second cousins are allowed to be a part of a family farm corporation. Listen to more in the North…ND Livestock Zoning Bill Passes Both Chambers
Published April 25, 2019
The North Dakota Legislature has approved Senate Bill 2345 regarding clarity of zoning regulations for livestock feeding operations. The bill now awaits Governor Doug Burgum’s signature.Wheat Going in at Walhalla, ND
Published April 24, 2019
The 2019 crop is going in the ground. At Walhalla, North Dakota, farmer Patrick Dunnigan is seeding wheat. "We got 100 acres of wheat in so far on some sand that typically dries up in a hurry. Next, we're going…Hours of Service Waiver Issued for Transporting Fertilizer
Published April 24, 2019
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum has issued an executive order granting an hours of service waiver for drivers transporting anhydrous ammonia and other fertilizers. The order comes as farmers in the state are facing spring planting delays due to late…Loss in the Dry Bean Industry
Published April 24, 2019
The dry bean industry is mourning the loss of a fellow farmer and bean dealer. Jim Kirkeide of Fessenden, North Dakota passed away on April 20 while fishing on Devils Lake. Jim began farming at a young age, and owned…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published April 22, 2019
The stock market and crude oil are moving higher, but the grain market has not had the same kind of bounce. Advance Trading risk management advisor Tommy Grisafi looks at the latest market dynamics in this week's edition of What's…Roving Grain Buyer Claims Filed with PSC
Published April 22, 2019
Claims against a 21 year old roving grain buyer are now approaching $11.5 million. Sixty farmers and other businesses, including large grain elevator companies, have filed claims with the North Dakota Public Service Commission against Hunter Hanson. Hanson’s businesses where…Spring Wheat and Lentils Being Planted in Western ND
Published April 19, 2019
Crops like spring wheat and lentils are being planted in western North Dakota. Coleharbor, North Dakota farmer Paul Anderson is planting lentils. "After that, we'll follow with wheat, soybeans, corn and sunflowers. We're starting herky jerky." When it comes to…