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While January May Be Warmer, It Could Be Snowy

Published December 31, 2019

The first half of January may not be as cold as originally anticipated in the Northern Plains. According to World Weather Incorporated Senior Agricultural Meteorologist Drew Lerner, the latest data suggests the bitter cold could hold off. "The second half…
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A Stretch of Warmer Weather in Store for the Northern Plains

Published December 19, 2019

A string of warmer weather is in store for the Dakotas and Minnesota. That's according to World Weather Incorporated Senior Agricultural Meteorologist Drew Lerner. The last of the bitterly cold occurred mid-week and the warmer temperatures should stick around for…
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With Weather Challenges, Watch Weaned Calves Closely

Published December 1, 2019

Cattle producers should keep a close eye on freshly weaned calves with the tough weather conditions. A lot of the challenges started in the spring, when calves were born in the rain, snow and cold. Some calves may not have…
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A Wet Fall and Markets Points of Discussion for SD Stockgrowers

Published November 2, 2019

Compared to 2018, it’s been a better year for South Dakota cattle producers. South Dakota Stockgrowers Association Executive Director James Halverson says while there were some minor delays, western South Dakota is looking at a bumper hay crop. The current…
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Wetter Than Normal Winter Predicted

Published October 23, 2019

Above normal rain and snow is causing flooding, high river levels and abnormally wet ground this fall. National Weather Service Deputy Chief for Weather Services in the central region Kelly Allen says a wetter than normal winter is expected, especially…
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Governor Burgum Planning Townhall Meetings with Farmers

Published October 17, 2019

North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum is planning a series of townhall meetings across the state to get a look at conditions and hear from impacted farmers and ranchers. A schedule is still being finalized, but the meetings will likely begin…
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Amidst a Tough Harvest, Agriculture Asks for Disaster Aid

Published October 17, 2019

“This is one of the most challenging harvests North Dakota farmers have ever faced.” Those words come from North Dakota Grain Growers Association President Dan Wogsland, who says conditions aren’t getting any easier. Extreme moisture has resulted in quality issues,…
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Thune Seeks Improvements in Weather Forecasting

Published October 16, 2019

South Dakota Senator John Thune has introduced legislation to improve weather forecasting models and make NOAA’s current and future models more accessible to outside experts. Thune said farmers and ranchers depend on the accuracy of weather forecasts and it is…
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A Tricky Harvest Forecast

Published October 1, 2019

Nailing down an extended weather pattern for fall harvest is a little harder than usual this season. Nutrien Ag Solutions atmospheric scientist Eric Snodgrass says it has been a very active weather pattern. "The trough we've been seeing persistently on…
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