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Legislative update: Special session

Legislative update: Special session

Legislative update: Special session

Senator Janne Myrdal, District 19
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
The Legislature spent last week at a Special Session called by the Governor. He opened the special session, as directed by the Constitution, with a State of the State address he called “a pivotal step forward in strengthening North Dakota healthcare across the state.
From left, Sheri Haugen-Hoffart, Jill Kringstad and Deven Styczynski are candidates for North Dakota Public Service Commission in 2026. (Photos courtesy of the candidates)

From left, Sheri Haugen-Hoffart, Jill Kringstad and Deven Styczynski are candidates for North Dakota Public Service Commission in 2026. (Photos courtesy of the candidates)

Republican incumbents, one challenger announce ND Public Service Commission campaigns

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
By Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor At least three candidates plan to run for two seats on the North Dakota Public Service Commission in the 2026 election, with both incumbents announcing campaigns this month.
2026 Livestock and Milk Planning Price Projections (NDSU graphic)

2026 Livestock and Milk Planning Price Projections (NDSU graphic)

NDSU Extension projects 2026 commodity prices

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Planning for the future can be a very frustrating process, especially in times of market volatility. Planning typically pays high dividends. For most farm and ranch managers, developing realistic commodity price expectations is one of the most difficult and complex tasks of the planning process.
Teams will work intensively over the course of the event, culminating in final presentations, during which solutions will be evaluated based on scientific rigor, creativity and clarity. (NDSU photo)

Teams will work intensively over the course of the event, culminating in final presentations, during which solutions will be evaluated based on scientific rigor, creativity and clarity. (NDSU photo)

Applications open for 2026 AgTech Hackathon

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
North Dakota State University will partner with Bayer Crop Science and the National Science Foundation AgTech Engine to host the AgTech Hackathon, a multiday competition that challenges participants to apply analytical, computational and creative thinking skills to realworld agricultural and...
Forages should be viewed as a valued commodity and feedstuff, not just as a source of bulk in a total mixed ration. (NDSU photo)

Forages should be viewed as a valued commodity and feedstuff, not just as a source of bulk in a total mixed ration. (NDSU photo)

Forage Matters: Resolutions

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
By James Rogers, Forage crops production specialist, NDSU Extension I am not much on New Year’s resolutions. I have tried making some in the past and failed. I think the big reason they don’t work out for me is that they never become a habit.
RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Hoeven presses for PP buyup coverage – North Dakota Senator John Hoeven is leading a bipartisan push to get USDA to restore additional prevented planting buy-up coverage under crop insurance.
Valley News & Views

Valley News & Views

45 Degrees North: The next 25 years

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Rural communities need younger people to step up into leadership roles in local government, volunteer organizations, churches, schools, and families. As we enter the second quarter of the 21st century, it’s time to let go of old habits that make things harder for them.
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