Ken Hellevang, NDSU Extension engineer, will retire May 31 after 44 years of service.

Twenty-six people were chosen for Rural Leadership North Dakota’s 2011-13 class.

NDSU officials dedicate the Beef Cattle Research Complex.

Applications for the Starter Flock Discounted Loan Program are due Aug. 15.

The event will feature walking tours of the annual and perennial flower gardens.

This year’s agenda will provide updates on new soybean insect pests to monitor, small grain disease management and more.

NDSU Extension specialists offer advice on soybean marketing and storage, and stress management.

Short- and long-term agricultural planning price projections for North Dakota are available from NDSU.

The event will be held Nov. 2 and 3.