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RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

Agriculture Secretary nominee Brooke Rollins led President Trump’s Domestic Policy Council and has White House experience with domestic and global environmental issues. Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt appreciates her international credentials.
The above soil sample has less soil organic matter than the bottom soil sample due to management. (NDSU photo)

The above soil sample has less soil organic matter than the bottom soil sample due to management. (NDSU photo)

Why take steps to improve soil organic matter?

As fall brings cooler temperatures, parts of North Dakota are experiencing low soil moisture, affecting both plants and soil microbes. Lower temperatures and moisture levels slow soil microbial activity and decrease microbial populations.
The North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network will be among the topics during this year’s Central Dakota Ag Day. (NDSU photo)

The North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network will be among the topics during this year’s Central Dakota Ag Day. (NDSU photo)

Central Dakota Ag Day brings federal ag policy insights to Carrington

This year’s Central Dakota Ag Day promises an outstanding lineup of speakers, including a keynote presenter who will address federal agricultural policies and their impact on local producers.The event, organized annually by North Dakota State University Extension, will be held on Monday, Dec.
These are Venison pastries. We each have our own preferences when it comes to wild game cuisine. Photo by NDGF’s Ashley Peterson.

These are Venison pastries. We each have our own preferences when it comes to wild game cuisine. Photo by NDGF’s Ashley Peterson.

From the field to the fork

I spend a lot of time talking about the outdoors and one of the more recent conversations connected with old timers eating everything “but the squeal” from a pig to acknowledge how our generations couldn’t afford to waste anything consumed as food.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

HELP WANTED

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Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Late season hunting dates

North Dakota Game and Fish The statewide duck and whitefronted goose seasons close Dec. 1. However, duck hunting in the high plains unit reopens Dec. 7 and continues through Dec. 29.In addition, the season for Canada geese closes Dec. 16 in the eastern zone, Dec. 21 in the western zone and Dec.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

Drayton School Openings

Music TeacherDrayton School seeks a music teacher for Pre-K up through 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year.Submit resume to: michael.babinski@dps19.comParaprofessionalDrayton School seeks a paraprofessional to make a positive difference in students’ lives!
State needs citizen help to get the lead out

State needs citizen help to get the lead out

State needs citizen help to get the lead out

Lead service lines replacement started; schools, child care facilities not prioritizedLike all states, North Dakota has been in the process of gathering records from municipal water systems and information from citizens about whether old lead service lines bring drinking water to homes.