Articles tagged under: storm
Farmers and Ranchers Battle the Blizzard
Published October 11, 2019
Winter arrived early in the Northern Plains, which has ranchers tending extra to livestock and farmers leaving unharvested crops in fields. Located south of Devils Lake, North Dakota, New Rockford farmer and rancher Jeff Schafer is battling less than ideal…Winter-Like Weather is Possible for the Northern Plains
Published October 7, 2019
The first winter storm of the season could impact the Dakotas, Minnesota and southeastern Manitoba this week. According to World Weather Incorporated, the forecasted storm system could become a significant event. Two to six inches of snow is possible in…Another Winter Storm to Impact the Midwest
Published April 9, 2019
Yet another winter storm is set to hit parts of the Great Plains and Midwest tomorrow and Thursday. Weather forecasters are calling for blizzard conditions and one to two feet of a snow in the same area that flooded in…Nebraska Farmers Struggle to Recover
Published March 19, 2019
Nebraska farmers and ranchers are struggling to recover from last week’s winter storm, which caused major damage and flooding. Newman Grove, Nebraska farmer Greg Anderson says the storm impacted everyone. "The three-day storm started out as heavy rain and then…Producers Reminded of Livestock Indemnity Program
Published March 18, 2019
Livestock producers in the Northern Plains have endured several storms this winter season. Unfortunately, the extreme weather conditions can result in death of livestock. Julie Ellingson, North Dakota Stockmen's Association executive vice president, says producers may be eligible for losses…Livestock Producers Weather the Storm
Published March 14, 2019
Livestock producers braved the blizzard to care for and protect their animals. North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans says providing feed and shelter is top of mind during winter storms. Regardless of the weather, calves are also born…Winter Weather Hits Region over the Weekend
Published March 11, 2019
Over the weekend, yet another winter storm impacted portions of the Northern Plains and the upper Midwest. According to World Weather Incorporated, five to twelve inches of snow fell in southern North Dakota and northern South Dakota into western and…