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Voters cast ballots at the Hillside Aquatic Complex in Bismarck on Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor

Voters cast ballots at the Hillside Aquatic Complex in Bismarck on Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor

Federal election bill not expected to affect North Dakota

Legislation contains exemption for states without voter registration A federal election security bill gaining traction in Congress wouldn’t affect North Dakota if it passes, according to the North Dakota Secretary of State’s Office.

National Weather Service releases spring flood outlook

The National Weather Service’s Grand Forks office released its latest spring flood outlook and said the chances of seeing moderate or major flooding remain low overall. The report states that, due to below- normal fall precipitation, much of the soil was able to dry out before the winter freeze.
Beef cows graze in a pasture near Killdeer. (Photo by Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor)

Beef cows graze in a pasture near Killdeer. (Photo by Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor)

North Dakota man among five charged in Agridime cattle fraud case

By Jeff Beach, North Dakota Monitor A North Dakota man is among five people facing federal criminal charges related to investments in a cattle and beef marketing company that was determined to be a Ponzi scheme.
Red River Farm Network

Red River Farm Network

Red River Farm Network

NDSU Extension has released projected crop budgets for 2026. “One of the problems is that fertilizer costs per acre are higher,” said Ron Haugen, farm management specialist at NDSU Extension.
Livestock exhibitors must follow the North Dakota State Board of Animal Health regulations. (NDSU photo)

Livestock exhibitors must follow the North Dakota State Board of Animal Health regulations. (NDSU photo)

Exhibitors must follow regulations when bringing project animals into North Dakota

While the groundhog has forecast six more weeks of winter, livestock exhibitors around the state are looking forward to the summer show season. In early 2026, many exhibitors will attend show animal sales in other states, searching for an animal to bring home the blue ribbon.

Armstrong proclaims Grain Bin Safety Week in North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. - North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong proclaimed this past week as Grain Bin Safety Week in the State of North Dakota, highlighting the importance of protecting agricultural workers in one of the state’s most vital industries.