Ag News from NDSU

NDSU Extension Sets Cover Crop Field Day (2018-08-15) The field day will be an opportunity to learn about NDSU research and to see how the cover crops have a place on a working farm at large-field scale. FULL STORY
N.D. 4-H’ers Grill Up Success (2018-08-15) 4-H’ers tested their knowledge of grilling and food safety techniques. FULL STORY
NDSU Extension Agents, Specialists Honored (2018-08-15) Extension agents and specialists received national recognition for their work. FULL STORY
Corn Can Make Good Silage (2018-08-15) Corn silage can provide a high-quality feed for livestock if it is harvested and ensiled properly. FULL STORY
Soil Health Focus of Sept. 12 Field Day (2018-08-13) The field day will focus on management practices that strengthen soil through increased infiltration, reduced erosion and improved microbial action. FULL STORY
Youth Place in N.D. 4-H Consumer Decision Making Contest (2018-08-10) Youth bring home honors from the state 4-H consumer decision making contest. FULL STORY
Manure Compost Demo Day Set (2018-08-10) The program includes a compost turner demonstration and question-and-answer session. FULL STORY
Carrington Nutrient Management Day Focusing on Manure (2018-08-08) Herbicide residue in manure and manure spreader technology are among the topics the event will cover. FULL STORY
NDSU’s Hellevang Named Professional Engineer of the Year (2018-08-07) Ken Hellevang receives recognition for his work as an agricultural engineer. FULL STORY
Hair Sheep Production Featured at DREC Field Day (2018-08-07) The event will focus on the management, marketing and genetics of Dorper hair sheep. FULL STORY

Columns: Spotlight on Economics: Spotlight on Economics: Occupational Safety at Agricultural Cooperatives (2018-08-08) Improved occupational safety may yield business benefits for agricultural cooperatives. FULL STORY; BeefTalk: BeefTalk: Sheep and Cows: Some Do and Some Do Not (2018-08-09) Sheep and cows are able to coexist. FULL STORY; Prairie Fare: Prairie Fare: Make Some Food Memories With Corn on the Cob (2018-08-09) Corn isn’t just food; it’s used to make products such as ethanol, plastics, matchsticks, glue and crayons. FULL STORY

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