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ND soybean leaders see export window narrowing with China

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

As farmers prepare to harvest what may be a record-large soybean crop, their largest export customer has yet to make a buy. Without a deal with China, North Dakota farmers may not get a bid for their soybeans.

Crucial agricultural research is conducted in Fargo and at NDSU Research Extension Centers throughout the state. NDSU photo

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SBARE announces input sessions

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

The North Dakota State Board of Agricultural Research and Education (SBARE) is seeking public input on agricultural research and North Dakota State University Extension needs in the state.

Avian flu has recently been confirmed at commercial turkey farms in North Dakota and South Dakota.

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Avian flu found in North Dakota, South Dakota turkeys

North Dakota Monitor Deputy Editor Jeff Beach

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Avian flu has hit turkey farms in North Dakota and South Dakota, the first cases in commercial flocks in the United States since early July.The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service on Aug.

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Beets showing size after wet seasonPre-pile harvest is underway in the southern Red River Valley.Wyndmere, North Dakota farmer Carson Klosterman says beets have plenty of size after a wet growing season. “Yep. So we lifted sugar beets last week for MinnDak’s prepile.

Bowesmont lives | By Saralee Hoselton

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Bowesmont lives | By Saralee Hoselton

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Mike and Judy Stellon and Landon Mapel spent Labor Day weekend at their Maple Lake home. Other guests were Brooks and Tarri Stellon, Domenic and Amelia. Scott Baldock of East Grand Forks joined them that Sunday. Mike and Landon attended the steam threshers reunion at Rollag that Saturday.

Along the way | Branches of blessings

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Along the way

Christine Jensen

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

In the context of life’s patterns and possibilities, there are certain veins of connection that keep us grounded and stable when life feels heavy and overwhelming.

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SENIOR MEALS MENU

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Sept 12 - Sept 18, 2025Friday, Sept 12BBQ Chicken/Sweet Potatoes/ Mixed Vegetables/GrapesMonday, Sept 15Lemon Pepper Fish/ Rosemary Potatoes/Mixed Vegetables/ApplesauceTuesday, Sept 16Pork Chop in Mushroom Gravy/ Mashed Potatoes/Broccoli/FruitWednesday, Sept 17Chicken Wild Rice Casserole/ Romaine...

This photo, which is on display in the Cowboy Hall of Fame in Medora was taken in 1935 of a cattle drive from Fort Berthold to Killdeer. Submitted photo.

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Old time ranching in North Dakota by Susan O’Neil

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

The Red River Valley is fertile and flat. It’s home to many farmers.As you drive west of here, the land becomes hilly and not always conducive to farming. The rolling hills in the western part of the state were formed by glaciers.

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Prairie doc: “What Questions Do You Have?”

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

By Dr. Jill Kruse We have all heard it before. Before the end of the visit, the doctor will usually ask, “Do you have any questions?” That is usually the precise moment that my mind goes completely blank. Every question I can think of seems silly or embarrassing.

Pizza types vary in crust thickness, sauces, toppings and order of the ingredients. Pixabay photo

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Prairie fare: Pizza

Julie Garden-robinson, Ph.d., R.d., L.r.d.

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

A slice of nutrition“Do you know which is the most popular handout on the NDSU Extension website?” someone asked me.I was surprised by the answer: “Your handout about how to make a pizza!

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