Agriculture Briefs
Durum growers holding quality contest The U.S. Durum Growers Association is once again hosting a durum quality contest for the state’s producers and elevators during the Crop Outlook and International Durum Forum, held at the Holiday Inn in Minot on Nov. 10. Sponsored by BNSF Railway, Syngenta and the state agriculture department, cash prizes of $250, $150 and $100 will be given away to the top three samples submitted by a local elevator and producer. Those interested in participating are asked to bring a three-pound sample of their “best” durum to the registration table by 8 a.m. Participants of the day-long forum will judge the top three samples from each group and the winners will be announced during the evening banquet. For more information, contact Dawn Watson, executive director of the USDGA at 214-3203. – Whitney Pandil-Eaton Area wheat farmers invited to forum Sponsored by the North Dakota Wheat Commission and the U..
» Full StoryOld ag tech, new uses
Small grain farmers in drought-prone areas of the state may have another combining option in the future that can boost profits while conserving essential natural resources, according to researchers with the Agricultural Research Service.
» Full StoryPredicting maturity dates for area crops
The late spring and cool summer has prompted a great deal of discussion on the maturity dates and consequently the harvest time of our area crop.
» Full StoryField tour to be held near Williston
The public is invited to attend an irrigation field tour that will be held July 30 at the North Dakota State University Nesson Valley Research and Demonstration project, located approximately 24 miles east of Williston on Highway 180.
» Full StoryBuckets of wheat for long-term storage
In many residential garages one might find tools, bicycles, boxes, car accessories and other various items but very seldom food.
One North Dakota family is trying to change that.
Safety camp at Farm Credit Services to be held
Farm and general safety will be the focus of the newly named “Pat-NOW Playground-Kids Farm Safety Camp” scheduled for July 21 from 9 a.m. to noon on the lot west of the Farm Credit Services office in Minot on 31st Avenue Southwest.
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Day 2-Harvey vs Park River-FL
Day 1-Linton-HMB vs Flasher
Day 1-GF Red River vs. Dickinson
Day 1-Hazen vs. Park River-Fordville Lankin
Day 1-Fargo North vs Bismarck High
Day 1-Fargo South vs. Williston
Day 1- Kenmare vs. Wyndmere-Lidgerwood
