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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…

Harvest Delays in Central North Dakota

Published November 1, 2025

Harvest has come to a halt in parts of central North Dakota as wet conditions keep farmers out of the fields. Mandan area farmer Dennis Renner says most of his corn and soybeans are complete, but soggy soils are holding…

Ideal Summer Conditions Fuel Widespread White Mold

Published October 10, 2025

As the combines roll, many farmers are finding increasing amounts of white mold in their soybean fields. NDSU Extension Soybean Pathology Specialist Wade Webster says conditions in July and early August in North Dakota were perfect for white mold development.…

Articles tagged under: North Dakota

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

Harvest Delays in Central North Dakota

Ideal Summer Conditions Fuel Widespread White Mold

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