Ag News from NDSU

Herbicides May Restrict Crop Use as Livestock Feed (2017-08-17) A section of the “North Dakota Weed Control Guide” indicates whether crops treated with specific herbicides can be used for grazing, feeding or haying. FULL STORY
NDSU Hosting First Cow Efficiency Congress (2017-08-15) The event will focus on helping cattle producers identify factors affecting cow herd efficiency and ranch profitability. FULL STORY
Cover Crop Exchange Available (2017-08-11) Producers with cover crops available for grazing and those wanting their livestock to graze on cover crops can connect through NDSU’s FeedList. FULL STORY
Carrington Row Crop Tour Set for Aug. 24 (2017-08-10) The tour will focus on corn, soybean and dry edible bean production issues. FULL STORY
NDSU Extension Agriculture Personnel Honored (2017-08-09) Extension agents and specialists are recognized for their work. FULL STORY
Youth Place in 4-H Consumer Choices Contest (2017-08-08) The contest helps 4-H’ers make better consumer decisions. FULL STORY
Livestock Forage Disaster Payment Calculator Available (2017-08-04) An Excel program can give producers a quick estimate of payments. FULL STORY
Carrington Center Nutrient Management Day Set (2017-08-04) Composting and interpreting manure and soil tests are among the topics that will be covered. FULL STORY
Grain Drying and Storage System Planning Includes Automation, Safety (2017-08-02) The capacity of grain drying and storage equipment and the amount of grain being handled have increased significantly. FULL STORY
NDSU Extension Sets Cover Crops, Perennials and Oilseed Cash Crops Field Day (2017-08-01) The field day will provide an opportunity to learn about research plot findings but also see how the practices work on-farm. FULL STORY

Columns: Spotlight on Economics: Spotlight on Economics: Challenges and Opportunities in the World Beef Market (2017-08-18) An increasing number of issues, some controversial, seem to be surrounding the global beef market. FULL STORY; BeefTalk: BeefTalk: Diversity Helps Mitigate Drought Effects (2017-08-17) Healthy soil is critical to effective, sustainable farming practices. FULL STORY; Prairie Fare: Prairie Fare: Is Any Food in Your Fridge Reaching Antique Status? (2017-08-17) Be aware of food label lingo to avoid having to toss food. FULL STORY

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