Ranchers who have tame grass pastures or hay land should expect at least a 50% reduction in forage production.

Dry conditions likely will persist throughout the summer.

Cyanobacteria often occur in stagnant ponds or dugouts, forming large colonies that appear as scum on or just below the water surface.

Transported hay and feed are one of the primary methods of dispersal for noxious weeds.

Test water quality prior to livestock turnout.

Sending cattle to graze in another state could lead to importation issues when producers bring their livestock back to North Dakota.

Producers will have an opportunity to learn more about Farm Service Agency programs.