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Ranchers Work to Keep Calves Alive   ( 2013-04-22 )

Mud and melting snow creates a wet environment that can cause calf health problems.

Be Prepared for Flooding in Rural Areas   ( 2013-04-22 )

If roads become impassable, have a shelter plan in place.

Time to Check Your Sump Pump   ( 2013-04-03 )

Making sure your sump pump works now can prevent problems later.

Spotlight on Economics: Global Food Security in 2050   ( 2013-03-21 )

Can we produce enough food to feed the world population in 2050?

N.D. Seeking Weather Observers   ( 2013-03-05 )

A national network needs North Dakotans to help measure rainfall, snowfall and snow depth.

Good Crop Returns Projected for 2013   ( 2012-12-18 )

However, producers are worried about whether average yields in 2013 will materialize. Unlike last spring, soil moisture is depleted.

Download Smartphone App Now for Winter Travel Safety   ( 2012-10-30 )

Get prepared for winter travel with the Winter Survival Kit smartphone app.

Testing Forages Pays Dividends   ( 2012-07-26 )

Some forage may be low in nutritional value and high in nitrate.

Canola Possible Forage Crop for Livestock   ( 2012-07-25 )

Canola can be an alternative feed for livestock, but producers need to be aware of the challenges.

Haying, Ensiling Immature Corn Poses Challenges   ( 2012-07-25 )

Nitrate levels are a concern when haying or ensiling corn.

N.D. Creeps Into Worst Drought Since 2008   ( 2012-07-20 )

Drought is impacting about a quarter of the state.

Dairy Focus: Drought Impacts Feed Costs and Quality   ( 2012-07-16 )

Drought has created the U.S.’s largest ever natural-disaster area.

Financial Losses From Devils Lake Flooding Continue   ( 2012-03-23 )

 

Become Part of N.D’s Climatological History   ( 2012-03-01 )

It’s fun, easy and only takes five minutes a day.

Calculate SURE Farm Payments for 2011   ( 2012-02-21 )

The NDSU SURE program calculator is applicable to nearly all farm situations.

New Phone App Will Help Stranded Winter Motorists   ( 2011-11-29 )

The Winter Survival Kit app can be as critical as a physical winter survival kit if you find yourself stuck or stranded in severe winter weather conditions.

Corn Losses Due to Frost Could Exceed $180 Million in N.D.   ( 2011-09-21 )

Along with the yield loss, farmers also need to be concerned about the impact on test weight.

Preparing Flooded Buildings for Winter   ( 2011-09-09 )

People with flooded homes should carry out procedures to avoid further damage if they will not be rebuilding before winter.

Remove Mold for a Healthy Home   ( 2011-09-06 )

Killing mold isn’t good enough; it has to be removed, too.

Properly Rebuild, Insulate Flooded Homes   ( 2011-08-22 )

Make sure contractors install the proper amount of insulation.