It’s not too late to wrap your trees for winter. Ron Smith, NDSU Extension horticulturist, has some great tips in this video on how to properly wrap your trees.

Backgrounding may be an economically viable alternative to selling calves at weaning. It can be a way to get calves to gain weight efficiently and profitably. New vidoes can help producers learn about backgrounding and whether it is a good option for them.

Bullying has become a common experience for children and teens. It's not just a phase children will outgrow; it can have long-term effects on both the victim and the bully. eXtension has resources for parents to learn more about bullying and how to respond to it.

Red sunflower seed weevil larvae will consume about a third of a sunflower seed kernel. That damage to the kernels will reduce the seeds' weight and oil content. A new video describes how to scout fields for the pests to determine if applying an insecticide is necessary.

Accumulations of sludge and other material can cause problems in septic systems during the winter, so now is the time to get your septic tank cleaned and pumped. If you aren't sure whether the tank needs cleaning, you can use a pole with white toweling wrapped around one end to meaure the depth of the sludge in the tank.

Fifteen North Dakota 4-H clubs have been recognized for eating smart and playing hard in 2009-10. These clubs, with a total of 243 members, earned the Healthy North Dakota 4-H Clubs recognition for making "Eat Smart. Play Hard. Together" lessons part of their club activities.

Producers have opportunities for retaining ownership of cattle beyond the cow-calf production phase. The Dakota Feeder Calf Show and Feedout allows producers to learn how their calves perform in the feed yard. The program also gives producers information on the calves' carcass value. 

Vegetables are nutritious, colorful, versatile and flavorful. They're also low in calories, fat and sodium, and they don't contain cholesterol. Plus, vegetables are good sources of vitamins, minerals and fiber.

Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that can lead to blindness. Eating a healthful diet helps control blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It's also the key to preventing health problems such as diabetic retinopathy.

Most of us experience some joint stiffness during seasonal changes. However, degenerative diseases such as arthritis can prevent us from enjoying our favorite activities. Staying fit, drinking plenty of water and eating smart are among the ways we can keep our joints mobile.