Over the past 15 years, personnel from the North Dakota Forest Service (NDFS) have completed inventories of the public trees – those on boulevards, parks and other public lands – for a number of towns.

Milk safety has greatly improved since the implementation of pasteurization, which continues to safeguard public health.

When popcorn kernels contain enough moisture and are exposed to heat, the resulting steam explodes the kernels into the white puffs we enjoy as snacks.

Hammer will oversee various academic programs and initiatives, working to further strengthen the college’s academic offerings and student outcomes.

Regional agronomy research results, annual forage options and the Farmers for Soil Health program with be the featured topics at the 41st annual Western Dakota Crops Day.

Take the time to monitor grain temperature and moisture in times of outdoor temperature change.

Topics include Beef Quality Assurance, a livestock market outlook and cattle financing.

Ranchers interested in adopting precision livestock technologies will hear from experts on the latest virtual fencing research.

In addition to being part of Christmas culture and tradition, mistletoe is also a habitat and food source for birds.

It is important to pay attention to recalled food, especially if you have a food allergy.

Sara Clemens is the new NDSU Extension state 4-H outdoor education and shooting sports specialist.

Farmers and ranchers have until March 3, 2025, to file their 2024 income tax returns without penalty if they have not made estimates.

Amaryllis are a popular holiday plant because they bloom indoors during the winter, adding color and festive cheer to the home.

Four 4-H'ers have joined the North Dakota 4-H Ambassador program.

Laxmi Prasad, new NDSU Extension water engineer, welcomes questions from producers.

With Thanksgiving around the corner, consider ways to enjoy delicious holiday food in a health-conscious way.

Crotons are popular and easy-to-care-for plants with colorful foliage.

Some studies have shown relationships between too little vitamin D and greater risk for cancer, diabetes, depression and other mental illnesses.

Building soil organic matter and improving soil health is a long-term investment and requires consistent practices like having well-timed and purposeful tillage, planting cover crops and implementing crop rotation and diversity.

Drought and fire, in combination this fall, will have a negative impact on forage production the next year.

The 50th annual Harvest Bowl program at North Dakota State University will be held Nov. 15 and 16.

The North Dakota 4-H Foundation honored six 4-H Century Families, four volunteers and one hall of fame inductee.

As we enter the season of holiday get-togethers, consider ways to help protect your guests who may have issues with allergens, intolerances or auto-immune diseases.

Through the Farmers for Soil Health program, enrolled farmers receive incentive payments for adopting cover crops on their farms.

Different than sweet corn and field corn, popcorn is a type of corn with kernels that burst when heated.

The program provides an opportunity for agricultural producers and tax preparers to learn about tax management alternatives while there is still time to implement year-end tax management decisions.

North Dakota State University faculty and staff received awards for excellence in research, teaching, Extension and support staff efforts in an awards ceremony on Nov. 6.

Farmers will still be able to reap the benefits of having a cover crop emerge early in the spring even if they do not see any visible growth in the fall.

We do not always have exact answers about whether food is “safe," but there are some best practices to keep in mind regarding food safety.

Providing seeds for birds is wonderful, but providing a home for birds is even more rewarding.