Fourteen counties have exceptional drought status.

Cropland values and rents increased in parts of North Dakota in 2018.

Land values showed about an 8 percent increase from the previous survey, compared with a 42 percent increase during 2012.

2016 will be a critical year for farm finances and land values.

State leaders try their hand at 4-H livestock showmanship at the North Dakota State Fair.

Current energy development activities in western North Dakota are affecting the age distribution in a way that counters the overall state trend.

A nationwide rain and snow reporting network is looking for volunteers in North Dakota.

The 2017 analysis consisted of 457 farms throughout North Dakota.

Since 2004, crude oil production in North Dakota has grown an average of 21.1 percent per year to reach 79.7 million barrels in 2009.

In 2010, $95 million in SNAP benefits were distributed to North Dakota participants, up 19 percent from $80 million 2009.