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Make sure trees, shrubs are winter hardy before purchasing

Make sure trees, shrubs are winter hardy before purchasing

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Make sure trees, shrubs are winter hardy before purchasing

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring is encouraging homeowners to read the tag and research varieties before buying and planting nursery stock for their property.“Spring is here, and homeowners may be anxious to add trees and shrubs to their landscapes,” Goehring said.
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NDDA joins global recognition of women in agriculture; seeks stories

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture (NDDA) is joining other entities around the world in participating in the International Year of the Woman Farmer, declared by the United Nations for 2026. The designation highlights the role women play in ensuring global food security.
Goehring announces availability of orchard grants

Goehring announces availability of orchard grants

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Goehring announces availability of orchard grants

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has announced that grants are available to support the creation of permanent community orchards in underserved areas to increase community access to and consumer education of specialty crops.
RED ROVER FARM NETWORK

RED ROVER FARM NETWORK

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RED ROVER FARM NETWORK

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Hoeven wants CCC funding boost included in farm bill debate – With the House farm bill complete, the attention now shifts to the Senate. North Dakota Senator John Hoeven wants to see agricultural assistance and yearround E15 included in that debate.
l to r - Lainy S., Chloe H., Ruby M., Naomi S., Stella N. Submitted photo

l to r - Lainy S., Chloe H., Ruby M., Naomi S., Stella N. Submitted photo

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Pembina County 4-H hosts Consumer Decision Making contest

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The 2026 Pembina County 4-H Consumer Decision Making contest was held on Friday, May 1, at the Pembina County Courthouse. There were 13 youth ages 8-18 competing in this year’s contest, representing four different Pembina County 4-H clubs.
Along the way | Gif ts and grace

Along the way | Gif ts and grace

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Along the way | Gif ts and grace

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
In the topography of possibility and potential, there are courageous and inspiring people who give credence to the aspects of authentic self which polarize the authority of purpose.Theirs is the artistic talent of sharing their gifts above fear and into the acceptance of personal awareness.
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Prairie Doc: Pump handles and public health

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Jill Kruse, DO Health care is often thought of as something that happens one patient at a time in a clinic or hospital.Public health takes a broader view and is focused on improving the health of entire populations.
Prairie Fare: Nostalgia is sweet, but so is moderatio

Prairie Fare: Nostalgia is sweet, but so is moderatio

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Prairie Fare: Nostalgia is sweet, but so is moderation

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Julie Garden-Robinson, North Dakota State University Extension food and nutrition specialist “Do you remember the packs of candy cigarettes?” a dining companion asked.“Oh, yes. What about the pink bubblegum cigars?” another added. “Of course.
Backyard berries have incredible flavor. (Pixabay photo)

Backyard berries have incredible flavor. (Pixabay photo)

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Dakota Gardener: Let’s start a berry patch

Tom Kalb, Ndsu Extension, Horticulturist
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Homegrown berries are sweet and delicious. Nothing tastes better than fresh, ripe berries from the garden. When I was a child, my family grew berries for the farmers market. While harvesting, I ate about half of the berries. My motto was “one for me, one for the market.” They were irresistible.
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