Growing conditions have been ideal for corn in several parts of North Dakota this year, and many livestock producers are preparing to produce corn silage.

When hunters are asked to describe their favorite gun, their answers typically fall in one of two categories.

DES MOINES, IA – The National Pork Board recently announced the four finalists who are vying to be named the 2018 America’s Pig Farmer of the Year. The program honors a U.S. pig farmer each year who excels at raising pigs following the We Care ethical principles and who is committed to shari…

The study of chemistry is based on absolutes more than variation.

If I had a time machine, I’d use it to travel back to the time before the farm crisis of the 1980s dealt a severe blow to my family’s farm. I’d happily live through those days again when most of my family still worked on the farm — even if it meant I’d have to work harder than I do now.

8/14/18 — It’s rare that USDA would raise soybean yields 6 percent or more in any one report, but they did just that for soybean yields in the August 10 USDA report. In fact, about half the time, USDA doesn’t need to change the final yield number more than 5 percent up or down in the entire …

A judge ruled that Edmunds County Commission followed proper procedures when approving a building permit for seven turkey barns in Edmunds County.

Cool, foggy August mornings like today inevitably carry the 50-year-old sounds of the milking parlor where my father and herdsman Howard spent tens of thousands of hours together over nearly four decades.

BROOKINGS — SDSU Extension asks South Dakota soybean growers to help them develop an effective treatment for gall midges by contacting SDSU Extension staff if the pest is discovered in your fields.

SALINA, KS – Great Plains is pleased to offer the Exacta TL GEOspread 3900 by Kverneland through its network of U.S. dealers. The Exacta TL GEOspread 3900 fertilizer spreader provides quick, accurate section control through a center-flow spreading system. Great Plains debuted the spreader at…

The huge Faulkton elevator makeover all started in another hemisphere and across an ocean. Oh, and in a pub, as many big ideas do.

Recently, there have been multiple confirmed cases of strangles in Minnesota. Strangles is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the upper airway in horses.

(THE CONVERSATION) — In the first of many pending lawsuits to go to trial, a jury in San Francisco concluded on Aug. 10 that the plaintiff had developed cancer from exposure to Roundup, Monsanto’s widely used herbicide, and ordered the company to pay US$289 million in damages.

WASHINGTON – Agricultural producers have new resources available to them to prepare for and recover from impacts of natural disasters on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s new website, farmers.gov. The site has updated tools and information to help agricultural producers identify the right…

South Dakota

Westside Ranchers

Sturgis, SD - Sturgis FFA members have been busy this summer as they participated in activities.

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach field agronomists have reported the appearance of frogeye leaf spot in soybeans as much of the crop across Iowa enters the R3-R5 growth stage.

HURON, S.D. - South Dakota Farmers Union will celebrate community heroes, family farmers and ranchers and educate consumers on current challenges facing our state's No. 1 industry of agriculture during the 2018 Farmers Union Day at the South Dakota State Fair Sept. 1. SDFU is a Premier Spons…

The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association (NDSA) has been leading the way for the state’s livestock producers for 89 years. Members will be celebrating the organization’s achievements, selecting new leaders and forging plans for the continued journey during the NDSA Annual Convention & Tra…

Microbial growth, moisture management and soil health will be the major topics at North Dakota State University’s Dickinson Research Extension Center (DREC) Soil Health Field Day on Sept. 12.

WASHINGTON - The two largest farming groups in the United States today called for swift passage of the farm bill by a congressional conference committee.

Bath, SD - The National FFA Agriscience Fair is a competition for FFA members interested in the science and technology of agriculture. Students compete in one of six categories: animal systems; environmental services/natural resources systems; food products and processing systems; plant syst…

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach entomologists have identified and confirmed the presence of a new soybean pest, the soybean gall midge, in 12 Iowa counties: Lyon, O’Brien, Clay, Plymouth, Cherokee, Buena Vista, Woodbury, Harrison, Shelby, Pottawattamie, Cass and Page. In 2016 an…

USDA officials announced last month that the agency planned to help farmers hard hit by trade disputes and retaliation with up to $12 billion in assistance, the news was largely welcomed in farm country as a way to provide short-term relief. But new concerns are emerging.

INDIANAPOLIS – Three sponsors will be honored with the Distinguished Service Citation during an onstage ceremony at this year’s National FFA Convention & Expo, held in Indianapolis Oct. 24-27.

INDIANAPOLIS – Nineteen individuals will be honored in an onstage ceremony with the VIP Citation at this year’s National FFA Convention & Expo, held in Indianapolis Oct. 24-27. The VIP Citation recognizes individuals’ significant contributions to FFA and agricultural education.

A few years ago, out of idle curiosity, I took a 23andMe DNA test. I was certain that I’m approximately 100% Norwegian, so it wasn’t surprising when 23andMe confirmed that I’m probably the whitest person on the planet.

Enjoy socializing with fellow Angus peers as well as meeting new acquaintances at this year’s upcoming ND Angus tour. The tour will headquarter out of Mandan, ND and feature North Dakota Angus breeders West of the Missouri River.

Sounds of thunder interrupted the radio blaring on our front porch. With binoculars we watched lightning strikes in the distance, waiting for a dispatcher’s voice to say the call number 9210. When those numerals rang out over the storm, we knew the lightning had turned to wildfire. It was ti…

BROOKINGS, S.D. — South Dakota 4-H members received national recognition during the 2018 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships held in Grand Island, Neb. June 24-29.

Bath, SD – The FFA corduroy jacket is more than part of Official Dress. To its owner, the FFA jacket is a physical reminder of the personal accomplishments achieved through the organization - a symbol of commitment and dedication for all who wear the corduroy. The jacket unifies members in a…

Livestock production depends largely on the feeding program, and what you should feed your animals will depend on forage quality analyses. Forage quality determines the potential of a forage to produce the desired animal response. It can measure intake, palatability, digestibility, nutrient …

Crop and livestock producers and others interested in composting will have an opportunity to learn more during the Manure Compost Demo Day that North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center is hosting Aug. 24 near Carpio, N.D.

Teams from Cass and Barnes counties took first place in their respective divisions in the 2018 North Dakota 4-H consumer decision making contest.

In this country you have to take the bad with the good. It’s heartening to see the good that’s come along with ample moisture in much of the state. While there are dry areas around too, it’s good to see the hearty hay crops, lush pastures, and full stock dams in places that normally don’t se…

BROOKINGS, S.D. — Throughout summer 2018, SDSU Extension staff have received numerous reports of carpenter ant activity.

Driving across the grasslands, one finds oneself asking, “Who eats all this grass?”

The state Game, Fish and Parks Department will conclude its pheasant brood survey on Wednesday. While the final report is not intended to be a true population estimate, many hunters view it that way. In fact, the report, which is traditionally unveiled around Labor Day weekend, is heralded a…

On Aug. 9, National independent rancher group Ranchers-Cattlemen Action Legal Fund, United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) moved to expand their legal campaign to end the unconstitutional administration of the Beef Checkoff program by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The current inju…

According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, southeastern and south central Iowa are experiencing prolonged heat and moisture stress. In early August, there were twospotted spider mites detected in corn and beans. I recommend scouting corn and soybean fields for mite infestations this month, espec…

Washington, D.C. – On Aug. 9, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced further reorganization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), intended to improve customer service, strengthen offices and programs, and save taxpayer dollars. The Economic Research Service (ERS), curre…

I remember going out to our friend’s farm to help pick corn every summer when I was a child.

Westminster, CO — The National Bison Association (NBA) has announced the 2018 Throlson American Bison Foundation Scholarship amid continued growth in consumer demand for healthy, natural bison meat.

BATH – The South Dakota FFA and SDSU both have a long standing tradition of growing leaders, building communities and strengthening agriculture. Therefore, celebrating the start of a new school year and starting a new cycle of building leaders together is a natural. Attend the SDSU Beef Bowl…

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Agriculture communicators are the voice of the industry, sharing stories and educating the public on where their food comes from. Students and young professionals are the future and have the ability to amplify these messages through multiple new media channels.

FAIRFIELD, Iowa — Small family operated dairy farms with cows freely grazing on verdant pastures are going out business as large confined animal operations with thousands of animals lined up in assembly-line fashion are expanding into the organic market.

If I had a time machine, I’d use it to travel back to the time before the farm crisis of the 1980s dealt a severe blow to my family’s farm. I’d happily live through those days again when most of my family still worked on the farm — even if it meant I’d have to work harder than I do now.

8/14/18 — It’s rare that USDA would raise soybean yields 6 percent or more in any one report, but they did just that for soybean yields in the August 10 USDA report. In fact, about half the time, USDA doesn’t need to change the final yield number more than 5 percent up or down in the entire …

A judge ruled that Edmunds County Commission followed proper procedures when approving a building permit for seven turkey barns in Edmunds County.

Recently, there have been multiple confirmed cases of strangles in Minnesota. Strangles is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the upper airway in horses.

Westside Ranchers

(THE CONVERSATION) — In the first of many pending lawsuits to go to trial, a jury in San Francisco concluded on Aug. 10 that the plaintiff had developed cancer from exposure to Roundup, Monsanto’s widely used herbicide, and ordered the company to pay US$289 million in damages.

WASHINGTON – Agricultural producers have new resources available to them to prepare for and recover from impacts of natural disasters on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s new website, farmers.gov. The site has updated tools and information to help agricultural producers identify the right…

South Dakota

The huge Faulkton elevator makeover all started in another hemisphere and across an ocean. Oh, and in a pub, as many big ideas do.

Sturgis, SD - Sturgis FFA members have been busy this summer as they participated in activities.

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach field agronomists have reported the appearance of frogeye leaf spot in soybeans as much of the crop across Iowa enters the R3-R5 growth stage.

HURON, S.D. - South Dakota Farmers Union will celebrate community heroes, family farmers and ranchers and educate consumers on current challenges facing our state's No. 1 industry of agriculture during the 2018 Farmers Union Day at the South Dakota State Fair Sept. 1. SDFU is a Premier Spons…

Microbial growth, moisture management and soil health will be the major topics at North Dakota State University’s Dickinson Research Extension Center (DREC) Soil Health Field Day on Sept. 12.

WASHINGTON - The two largest farming groups in the United States today called for swift passage of the farm bill by a congressional conference committee.

Bath, SD - The National FFA Agriscience Fair is a competition for FFA members interested in the science and technology of agriculture. Students compete in one of six categories: animal systems; environmental services/natural resources systems; food products and processing systems; plant syst…

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach entomologists have identified and confirmed the presence of a new soybean pest, the soybean gall midge, in 12 Iowa counties: Lyon, O’Brien, Clay, Plymouth, Cherokee, Buena Vista, Woodbury, Harrison, Shelby, Pottawattamie, Cass and Page. In 2016 an…

USDA officials announced last month that the agency planned to help farmers hard hit by trade disputes and retaliation with up to $12 billion in assistance, the news was largely welcomed in farm country as a way to provide short-term relief. But new concerns are emerging.

INDIANAPOLIS – Three sponsors will be honored with the Distinguished Service Citation during an onstage ceremony at this year’s National FFA Convention & Expo, held in Indianapolis Oct. 24-27.

INDIANAPOLIS – Nineteen individuals will be honored in an onstage ceremony with the VIP Citation at this year’s National FFA Convention & Expo, held in Indianapolis Oct. 24-27. The VIP Citation recognizes individuals’ significant contributions to FFA and agricultural education.

A few years ago, out of idle curiosity, I took a 23andMe DNA test. I was certain that I’m approximately 100% Norwegian, so it wasn’t surprising when 23andMe confirmed that I’m probably the whitest person on the planet.

BROOKINGS, S.D. — South Dakota 4-H members received national recognition during the 2018 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships held in Grand Island, Neb. June 24-29.

Bath, SD – The FFA corduroy jacket is more than part of Official Dress. To its owner, the FFA jacket is a physical reminder of the personal accomplishments achieved through the organization - a symbol of commitment and dedication for all who wear the corduroy. The jacket unifies members in a…

Livestock production depends largely on the feeding program, and what you should feed your animals will depend on forage quality analyses. Forage quality determines the potential of a forage to produce the desired animal response. It can measure intake, palatability, digestibility, nutrient …

Crop and livestock producers and others interested in composting will have an opportunity to learn more during the Manure Compost Demo Day that North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center is hosting Aug. 24 near Carpio, N.D.

Teams from Cass and Barnes counties took first place in their respective divisions in the 2018 North Dakota 4-H consumer decision making contest.

BROOKINGS, S.D. — Throughout summer 2018, SDSU Extension staff have received numerous reports of carpenter ant activity.

The state Game, Fish and Parks Department will conclude its pheasant brood survey on Wednesday. While the final report is not intended to be a true population estimate, many hunters view it that way. In fact, the report, which is traditionally unveiled around Labor Day weekend, is heralded a…

The Aberdeen-area Jim River Marsh Masters chapter of Delta Waterfowl and the state Game, Fish and Parks Department are teaming up to host a youth waterfowl hunt. The hunt will coincide with youth waterfowl season Sept. 22-23

According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, southeastern and south central Iowa are experiencing prolonged heat and moisture stress. In early August, there were twospotted spider mites detected in corn and beans. I recommend scouting corn and soybean fields for mite infestations this month, espec…

Washington, D.C. – On Aug. 9, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced further reorganization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), intended to improve customer service, strengthen offices and programs, and save taxpayer dollars. The Economic Research Service (ERS), curre…

I remember going out to our friend’s farm to help pick corn every summer when I was a child.

BATH – The South Dakota FFA and SDSU both have a long standing tradition of growing leaders, building communities and strengthening agriculture. Therefore, celebrating the start of a new school year and starting a new cycle of building leaders together is a natural. Attend the SDSU Beef Bowl…

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Agriculture communicators are the voice of the industry, sharing stories and educating the public on where their food comes from. Students and young professionals are the future and have the ability to amplify these messages through multiple new media channels.

In June, as part of the annual Iowa 4-H Youth Conference, 13 students participated in the CSI: Crop Science Investigation workshop.