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Cultivating agricultural innovation

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

By Valley News & Views Staff The agricultural sector is evolving thanks to new technology necessitated by a growing global population and the pressures of climate change. The United Nations predicts a global population of 9.7 billion by 2050.

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North Dakota Barley Show returns to Osnabrock March 26

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

OSNABROCK, N.D. - The 2026 Barley Show will take place Thursday, March 26 at the Osnabrock Barley Hall in Osnabrock, bringing together producers, industry representatives, and community members for a full day of exhibits, education and fellowship. This will be the 81st annual event.

What’s coming for farming in 2026 - and why farm families will feel it first

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What’s coming for farming in 2026 - and why farm families will feel it first

Tara Emerson, Just A Farm Wife

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Farming has never been predictable, but 2026 is shaping up to test farm families in ways that go beyond weather and yields.From the kitchen tables where real decisions are made, the pressures ahead are clear. Margins remain tight.

Although the QPR trainings focus on people in and around agriculture, anyone interested in the topic can register. Pexels photo.

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Free suicide prevention webinars to be held in March and April

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Addressing the wellness needs of those working in agriculture or related areas will be the focus of the upcoming “Question. Persuade. Refer.” suicide prevention webinars sponsored by North Dakota State University Extension. Two sessions are scheduled: March 25 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Rooted in agriculture on both sides of the border

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Rooted in agriculture on both sides of the border

Teresa Zimmer

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Growing up on a farm near Snowflake, Manitoba, across the border from Hannah, N.D., I thought it was the middle of nowhere and was eager to leave. The big city called, and as soon as I was able, I answered.

Canola field in bloom near the Langdon Research Extension Center. Submitted photo

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Langdon Research Extension Center hosts “Gearing Up for the Growing Season” workshop

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

LANGDON, N.D. - Have you identified your biggest crop challenges heading into this season? At the “Gearing Up for the 2026 Growing Season” workshop, topics tackled will include disease, insects, soil health, and weed control and round out the day with a crop market outlook.

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NDSU Extension sets dates for youth farm safety camps

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

According to the National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Safety and Health, young workers were 7.8 times more likely to be fatally injured in agriculture when compared to all other industries combined in 2016. Tractors and all-terrain vehicles are the leading sources of fatal events.

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NDSU Extension offers training options for Pesticide Certification Program

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

NDSU Extension has many training options for pesticide certification. Some are listed below.AgPest, Right-of-Way, Seed Treatment, Research and Demonstration March 19 - Face-to-face training - Bismarck Career Academy, 1221 College Drive, BSC Campus. Registration at 8 a.m. and training from 8:30 a.m.

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North Dakota Agricultural Association plans fertilizer safety training

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

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Arrest warrant issued in Pembina County meth delivery case

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

By Valley News and Views Staff An arrest warrant has been issued for a Langdon man accused of delivering methamphetamine in Pembina County. According to court documents, Ryan Blair Magnus, 53, has been charged with the Class B felony of delivery of a controlled substance.

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