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Red River Farm Network

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Fuel and fertilizer prices took a jolt from the conflict with Iran. Bolt Marketing owner DuWayne Bosse also sees it influencing commodity markets. “War in general is kinda bullish for commodities, and it’s really bullish [for] corn,” said Bosse.

Stored grain should be monitored closely to detect any storage problems early. NDSU photo

Proper grain storage crucial in late winter and spring

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

NDSU Extension As outdoor temperatures begin to warm, the potential for grain storage problems increases.

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Things to consider before selling straw

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

By Terry Jacobson, on behalf of the Cavalier County SCD Board.The Cavalier County Soil Conservation District Board of Directors urges farmers to consider all direct and indirect costs and benefits of selling straw from wheat fields before signing a contract.

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is a disease carried by wild birds that can affect domestic birds and livestock.

Biosecurity practices critical in protecting against avian influenza

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

While it may seem as though wild bird migration has just ended, spring migration will be starting soon. As wild bird movement increases, the threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) across the U.S. will rise.

School-required immunizations to be given March 24 at Drayton Public School

Valley News And Views Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Pembina County Public Health will be at Drayton Public School on Tuesday, March 24. Public Health will be providing required immunizations to students in sixth and 10th grade, in addition to providing puberty and hygiene education to fifthgrade girls and sixth-grade boys.

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Echoes from the past | March 12-18

Emily Carpenter, Pembina County Historical Society

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

A look back at national, state and local history from this week in years past.Local historyMarch 1896 - Drayton was founded in 1878 and became a village in 1888. “The Pioneer Express” newspaper out of Pembina, N.D.

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North Dakota Critical Access Hospitals receive top 100 recognition

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Ten Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) in North Dakota have been named to the Top 100 CAHs for 2026 according to the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

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Langdon Research Extension Center launches campaign to modernize seed cleaning facility

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

LANGDON, N.D. - The Langdon Research Extension Center has announced plans to replace its more than 60-year-old foundation seed conditioning plant in an effort to strengthen regional agriculture and support North Dakota farmers.

Beet Ball: Monitoring sugar beet piles from the inside out

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Sugar beet pile spoilage costs Red River Valley growers nearly $100 million every year.

Slower start, stronger May: What farmers can expect this planting season

Sarah Hinnenkamp

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

As growers across North Dakota and Minnesota look ahead to spring fieldwork, the message from longtime ag meteorologist Daryl Ritchison is one of cautious optimism: expect a slower start than last year - but potentially a smoother ride when it matters most.

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