Madeleine Smith is the new NDSU Extension pesticide specialist.

The free Question, Persuade, Refer training will provide participants with skills to recognize the warning signs of a mental health crisis, as well as how to respond in a supportive way.

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.

NDSU Extension to host Western Soybean School Days in Minot and Dickinson, North Dakota.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

NDSU Bison Strides will host an open house focusing on volunteer appreciation.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

Activities include a trade show, meals, tours and interactive discussions.

The event also offers 18 concurrent seminars covering agronomy, livestock and agricultural life.

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

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.

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.