Articles tagged under: North Dakota
Dry Conditions Could Challenge ND Potatoes
Published August 6, 2019
Grafton, North Dakota farmer Barry Kingsbury says his potatoes look good, but could use a drink of water. "We need rain for late season growth and harvest. Even if we have three-quarters of a crop, without rain for potato harvest,…State FSA Office Focused on the “Logistics” of MFP Sign-Up
Published August 6, 2019
The logistics of signing up for the new Market Facilitation Program are the current focus for state and county Farm Service Agency staff. "With computers, there are flags that pop up for certain eligibility requirements. That's just one thing we…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published August 5, 2019
In this edition of 'What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets,' Advance Trading Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi highlights the August 12th crop report, outside markets and the China trade situation.Dry Conditions Streamline Barley Harvest
Published August 2, 2019
Walsh County, located in northeast North Dakota, has been dry for a majority of the summer. That dryness is pushing up the harvest timeline for small grains. "I started harvesting barley on Thursday and surprisingly it's going very well," says…Young ND Rancher Engaging in Beef Policy
Published August 2, 2019
Towner, North Dakota rancher Shane Anderson attended the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Summer Business Meeting in Denver. Anderson is apart of the Young Beef Leader Program. "The program gives young producers more experience in ag policy and getting them engaged…Little Change in Dry Conditions
Published August 2, 2019
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, there was little change in dry conditions throughout North Dakota over the past week. Portions of Pierce and Benson counties, located in the northeast part of the state, remain in D1 or moderate drought.…ND Farmers Markets and Growers Association Update
Published August 1, 2019
Garlic, peas and beans are all starting to come into season. Hear more from Bismarck grower Bonnie Munsch in the latest North Dakota Farmers Markets and Growers Association update.Takeaways from the NCBA Summer Business Meeting
Published August 1, 2019
New Rockford, North Dakota farmer Jeff Schafer was in Denver for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Summer Business meeting. It was Schafer's first time attending the event and says it was a packed week. "A few stats stick with me…Pioneer Agronomy Update from Elite Ag Solutions
Published July 31, 2019
The Red River Farm Network and Pioneer Seeds continue to bring farmers weekly agronomy updates during the growing season. Crops in the Steele, North Dakota area are progressing, with corn tasseling and soybeans reaching full bloom. Elite Ag Solutions owner…