Farmers will still be able to reap the benefits of having a cover crop emerge early in the spring even if they do not see any visible growth in the fall.

We do not always have exact answers about whether food is “safe," but there are some best practices to keep in mind regarding food safety.

Providing seeds for birds is wonderful, but providing a home for birds is even more rewarding.

Topics to be discussed include variety selection, soil fertility, plant protection (weed, disease and insect management) and soybean markets.

Heifer development and capturing value for genetically superior cows will be among the topics discussed at the workshop.

While shelterbelts aren’t perfect, the fact remains that they provide a number of services that are considerably valuable.

Buying from food vendors at farmers markets can help support the local economy.

Veterans and families can meet staff and horses and learn more about programs offered.

The most immediate consequence of fire on landscape productivity is the potential for soil erosion.

Farmers should take steps to minimize the risk of combine fires, especially when harvesting sunflowers.

Buying food at a grocery store and preparing it at home is better for your bottom line and often your nutritional quality.

Before winter is upon us, gardeners should consider protecting tender roses.

Although field conditions and weather have been conducive to harvest operations, the warm and dry conditions pose a risk for nitrogen (N) losses if applied in the fall.

Garden journals are a great way to keep track of the random notes and ideas that might come up while you are gardening.

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NDSU Extension, the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department and the North Dakota Game and Fish Department remind all ATV and UTV drivers to help prevent wildfires when operating ATVs and UTVs.

NDSU Extension is now accepting applications for the 2025 Extension Master Gardener Core Course.

Several management steps can help mitigate risks of feeding frost-damaged forages to livestock.

Water could be contaminated or water systems damaged after wildfires.

NDSU experts recommend several steps for boosting farm truck safety.

Drying and storage concerns will arise if the corn is dried with large moisture content variations.

New and experienced sheep shearers and wool classers will receive an interactive, hands-on learning experience.

Nuts provide protein, fiber, healthful fats, and minerals such as magnesium, zinc, selenium, manganese and iron.

Though the focus is generally on pumpkins through the fall season, gourds also should be able to share the spotlight.

To support wildfire recovery efforts, NDSU Extension and the FSA have several resources available to those who lost livestock.

There are some good reasons to leave plant debris in your landscape over winter including providing habitat for pollinators and wildlife, and improving soil health.

Farmers are encouraged to keep current on necessary maintenance and check conditions to prevent equipment failures and fires.

Governor Burgum declared Oct. 6-12 4-H Week in North Dakota.

Food Preservation 101 is an educational course featuring safe food preservation methods for freezing, water-bath canning, pressure canning, drying and fermenting.

Autumn is a beautiful time of year with beautiful colors and crisp air that might promote nature walks.