North Dakota 4-H’ers compete in several events at the Western National Roundup in Denver, Colo.

The 4-H’ers competed in livestock and crop judging and hippology.

4-H'ers win first place in a state competition and third in national competition.

The varieties include chickpeas, field peas and soybeans.

North Dakota Angus producers are taking part in NDSU feedlot research.

Issues North Dakotans are concerned about include energy development, protecting natural resources, health and wellness, and education.

Pine and spruce trees are showing signs of decline.

Drought is impacting about a quarter of the state.

Farmland values across the state are up a modest 1.74% while cropland cash rents are up 0.77%.

The decision to vaccinate should be based on the perceived risk, weather and management.