FARM AND RANCH
Annual Stockmen’s Association to meet 
FARGO – The 83rd Annual Stockmen’s Association Convention will be held here this weekend.
By Forum staff reports , September 27, 2012
Publication provides summary of ND farm financial performance
FARGO - The publication "Financial Characteristics of North Dakota Farms, 2002-2011" summarizes the performance of more than 500 farms enrolled in the North Dakota Farm Business Management Education program. The program uses 16 financial measures to evaluate liquidity, solvency, repayment capacity, profitability and financial efficiency.
By NDSU Extension Service , September 26, 2012
Drought isn’t a factor in Big Iron expo sales
WEST FARGO – When Braden Halvorson prepared for this year’s Big Iron Farm Show here, he wasn’t concerned the nation’s drought would affect sales.
By Wendy Reuer , September 11, 2012
Farm bill expiration looms at Big Iron
Berg refutes opponent Heitkamp’s claim that he’s not doing enough to force voteWEST FARGO – Strong commodity prices and a fruitful harvest should have farmers smiling big at Big Iron this week, but the looming expiration of the federal farm bill on Sept. 30 also is fueling worries about next year.
By Mike Nowatzki , September 11, 2012
Big Iron is back
Red River Valley Fairgrounds hosts agricultural expo next week
WEST FARGO – With robotic farm equipment and laser-guided tractors on tap, this year’s Big Iron Farm Show at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo will give visitors a glimpse into the future.
September 07, 2012
Winter cereals provide alternative silage source for livestock
FARGO - Cool-season cereal grains could provide livestock producers with another source of feed if dry conditions persist and the subsoil moisture continues to be depleted.
By NDSU Extension Service , September 04, 2012
Protect horses from West Nile virus
FARGO - Horse owners need to protect their animals from the West Nile virus, North Dakota State University Extension Service equine specialist Carrie Hammer advises.
By NDSU Extension Service , September 04, 2012
Beef Talk: Calculating cost per unit is critical
The world of costs is not really that complicated, but often it is overlooked.
By Kris Ringwall, NDSU Extension Service , August 15, 2012
Farmers question impact of diversion on crop insurance
WEST FARGO – Area farmers have some major concerns about how the Red River diversion project will impact their livelihoods and the crop insurance they rely on.
August 14, 2012
Anyone harvesting CRP fields for hay should do it soon
FARGO - Anyone planning to harvest Conservation Reserve Program fields for hay this year should do so as soon as possible, according to Kevin Sedivec, North Dakota State University Extension Service rangeland management specialist.
By NDSU Extension Service , August 02, 2012
Horse owners advised to vaccinate against West Nile virus
FARGO - Horse owners should have their animals vaccinated against the West Nile virus, North Dakota State University Extension Service veterinarian Charlie Stoltenow advises.
By NDSU Extension Service , August 02, 2012
Haying, ensiling immature corn poses challenges
FARGO - Some North Dakota producers may be faced with having to use their corn, sunflower, wheat, barley, oat or other crops for hay, grazing or silage because of this year's drought conditions.
By NDSU Extension Service , July 25, 2012
NDSU FeedList connects livestock feed buyers, sellers
FARGO - Abnormally dry conditions in western North Dakota have many livestock producers needing additional forage this year.
By NDSU Extension Service , July 13, 2012
Cyanobacteria harmful to livestock, humans
FARGO - The public and livestock producers should watch for green to blue-green scum or a gelatinous mass on recreational water and the surface of livestock's fresh water supplies.
By NDSU Extension Service , July 10, 2012
Field crop sensors determine in-season fertilization requirements
FARGO - Farmers on the northern Plains continue to adopt precision agriculture technology and management practices.
By NDSU Extension Service , July 10, 2012
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