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

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.

Free suicide prevention webinars to be held in March and April

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.

Rooted in agriculture on both sides of the border

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.

NDSU Extension offers training options for Pesticide Certification Program

NDSU Extension has many training options for pesticide certification. Some are listed below.

NDSU Extension sets dates for youth farm safety camps

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.

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

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.

North Dakota Agricultural Association plans fertilizer safety training

Preregistration is required. Dickinson Wednesday, March 11 | 1:00 p.m.