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

For livestock operations, reportable substances would include ammonia and hydrogen sulfide, which are in all livestock waste.

Workshop topics will include rules and regulations, necessary materials and the process, maintenance and an on-farm demonstration.

Teams from Ransom and Kidder counties take first place in the livestock judging contest.

This regulation will go into effect Jan. 1, 2017.

Drought is impacting this year’s hay production, forcing livestock producers to find other sources of feed.

Hunters participating in fall bird season should be aware of the risk of HPAI in wildlife and use measures to prevent transmission to domestic poultry flocks.

Price projections are given for the major crop commodities and livestock and livestock products.

The annual Extension Roundup to be held in Devils Lake will provide updates on crop production, marketing, livestock and horticulture.