Cass County Deputy arrested in Breckenridge

A Cass County Jailer was arrested in Breckenridge early Sunday morning for suspicion of driving under the influence and has been placed on administrative leave by the department. Deputy Alisha Ettesvold was arrested shortly after 2 a.m.
Palmer Amaranth Found in Stutsman County

North Dakota Department of Agriculture. Photo courtesy of NDSU Extension BISMARCK – Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri) has been confirmed in Stutsman County. A county weed officer noticed some suspect plants in a field and notified
NCI Utilization of Hemp In the Food Marketplace Course

Northern Crops Institute FARGO, N.D. (September 4, 2020) – The Utilization of Hemp in the Food Marketplace course took place virtually on September 1st, 2020. The first of its kind course for The Northern Crops Institute (NCI)
It’s Time to Enter the NSP Yield Contest

National Sorghum Producers NSP is accepting entries for the 2020 Sorghum Yield Contest! From the impressive fields they have visited and the outstanding pictures they have seen online, they are excited for a competitive contest this
WTO Says Ag Trade Faring “Better” During COVID; Producers Feeling Pressure

Chad Smith, NAFB News Service A new report from the World Trade Organization says agricultural trade has performed “better” than other economic sectors during COVID-19. However, Western Producer says the report notes that farmers and
Livestock Producers Reminded of Anthrax Danger

North Dakota Department of Agriculture BISMARCK – North Dakota’s state veterinarian says the state’s first reported case of anthrax this year is a reminder to livestock producers to take action to protect their animals from
Swap Shop – Tuesday, September 8
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USGC Working on Expanding Ethanol Demand in Asia

Chad Smith, NAFB News Service The U.S. Grains Council says a boom in demand for hand sanitizer in South Korea since COVID-19 began is likely not a surprise. However, the related jump in U.S. ethanol
Holly Ann Hansen, 48
Holly Ann Hansen, age 48, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at Sanford Medical Center, Fargo. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 11, 2020, at 4 p.m., at Vertin-Munson Funeral Home with
Patricia Ann Norby-Steenbock, 84, of Fergus Falls, MN
Patricia Ann Norby-Steenbock, 84, of Fergus Falls, passed away at her residence on Friday, September 4, 2020. A public visitation will be held at the Joseph Vertin and Sons Funeral Home, Breckenridge, on Thursday, September 10, from