Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas with today’s producers and NDSU Extension Specialists. Join me in reflecting on generational changes which can help us create a better tomorrow.
What is virtual fencing? What type of livestock can it be utilized on? On paper virtual fencing sounds great, what'sthe real-world practicality of it? -Join Hannah Nordby, along with NDSU Extension Rangeland Management Specialist, Kevin Sedivec; NDSU Graduate Research Assistant, Josh Wianecki; Sheep Producer from Bison, SD, Dave Ollila; and SDSU Extension Precision Livestock Field Specialist, Logan Vandermark, as they discuss these questions and more!-Go head grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out!-Panelist Contact Information:Kevin Sedivec: kevin.sedivec@ndsu.edu Logan Vandermark: Logan.Vandermark@sdstate.edu -For more information related to NDSoil Conservation Districts, please reference these resources:Contact us at: ndsu.sscc@ndsu.edu Website:https://www.ndsu.edu/ndssc/ Google Drive Resources:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jibUaQrF_YL_-gvxfV-sSfpAETfhUPOm?usp=drive_link
How can SCD Supervisors best support the employees they oversee and prioritize concerns to be addressed? What duties are included in a supervisor's "job description"? What resources are available to help supervisors in fulfilling their duties?-Join Hannah Nordby, along with Tokina Mcharry, Andrea Bowman, and Steve Gilje as they discuss these questions and more!-Go head grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out!-For more information related to ND Soil Conservation Districts, please reference these resources:Contact us at: ndsu.sscc@ndsu.edu Website: https://www.ndsu.edu/ndssc/ Google Drive Resources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jibUaQrF_YL_-gvxfV-sSfpAETfhUPOm?usp=drive_link
You said yes to implementing a watershed project. Now what? From start to finish what is the step-by-step process? What resources are available to support SCD?- Join Hannah Nordby, Emilee Novak and Chance Porsborg for Part 2 of Implementing a Watershed Project!-Go ahead grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out!-Emilee NovakNPS Program CoordinatorWatershed Management Program701-328-5240 ejnovak@nd.gov
Has your Soil Conservation District ever considered taking on a 319 Watershed Project? Are you curious to learn the benefits of implementing a local watershed project?-Joining Hannah in this episode is Emilee Novak with the ND Department of Environmental Quality and Chance Porsborg, a watershed coordinator with the Morton County Soil Conservation District!-Go ahead grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out!-Emilee NovakNPS Program CoordinatorWatershed Management Program701-328-5240 ejnovak@nd.gov
Are you a new SCD Supervisor? Or are you looking for advice on how to recruit or welcome new supervisors to your board? This is the podcast episode for you! Go ahead grab a cup of joe and settle in as we converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains, you don't want to miss out!
Do you dread annual performance reviews? Do you avoid providing honest feedback when an employee isn't meeting job expectations? You aren't alone, affective performance reviews don't just happen, they take intentional effort. - Join Jason Sutheimer an HR guru with over 20 years of experience and Area V Program Coordinator, Hannah Nordby as they converse about how conducting empowering performance reviews that allows your SCD to focus on serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plain- AND beyond! - ND HR Resources: Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM – global coverage): www.shrm.org North Dakota Society for Human Resource Management (ND SHRM – ND coverage): https://ndshrm.com/ Central Dakota Human Resource Association (CDHRA – Bismarck & has a presence in Minot & Williston): https://cdhra.shrm.org/home Fargo-Moorhead Human Resource Association (FMHRA – Fargo): https://www.fmhra.com/ Greater Grand Forks Human Resource Association (GGFHRA – Grand Forks & has a presence in Devils Lake): https://ggfhra.wildapricot.org/Board-Members Southwest Area Human Resource Association (SAHRA – Dickinson): https://ndsahra.shrm.org/
What does conservation really mean? What different regenerative practices have worked well—or not so well—for Jerry Doan of Black Leg Ranch over the years? What lessons did he learn when things didn't work out as planned? Looking to the future, what excites Jerry about where regenerative agriculture is headed? - Join Jerry and Hannah Nordby, NDSU Extension Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning, as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains. - It's More than Dirt that we talk about! - To learn more about Black Leg Ranch visit their website, https://www.blacklegranch.com/, or "like" their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/BlackLegRanch/
Revitalizing Your SCD is a bonus episode that was recorded live at the Area V meeting. We dove right into the heart of things discussing challenges with employee retention, overcoming difficulties, implementing conservation practices, and evolving to meet changing community needs. A key takeaway is that many SCD face similar challenges and it takes us all coming together and learning from one another to overcome those challenges. - Join SCD Supervisors Sean Weinert, Wes Frederickson, and Mike Olson along with NRCS employee Nikki Darrington and past SCD employee Camie Janikowski along with Area V Program Coordinator Hannah Nordby as they converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains. - It's More than Dirt that we talk about!
Building rapport with key stakeholders is vital in securing support and funds both locally and statewide. Join us to hear how SCDs can best tell their story to accomplish their conservation goals. - Join Representative Brandy Pyle, Lobbyist Kayla Effertz-Kleven, County Commissioner Stanley Dick along with County Commissioner and SCD employee Bob Flath, and Area V Program Coordinator Hannah Nordby as they converse about serving, preserving, and conserving across the Great Plains- AND beyond! - It's More than Dirt that we talk about!
What does manure management look like in practice? What is Mary's dream when it comes to manure management? How has Dustin implemented best management practices in Stutsman County? - Join Mary Keena, Dustin Kruegar, and Hannah Nordby as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains- AND beyond! - It's More than Dirt that we talk about!
If you're looking for engaging ways to incorporate urban conservation into your community look no further! In this episode Shaun Moser the Conservation Garden Park Manager for the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District shares about their unique approach towards water conservation education through hands on activities and demonstration plots! - Join Shaun and Hannah Nordby, NDSU Extension Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning, as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains- AND beyond! - It's More than Dirt that we talk about! - Conservation Garden Park Website: https://conservationgardenpark.org/ YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/ConservationGardenPark -
Creating relevant and engaging educational programming for producers is a bit of a knack. One that the ND Grazing Lands Coalition has been honing in on by collaborating with partners across ND. - Join McKenzie County SCD Manager Karissa Frick and Trisha Feiring with the ND Grazing Lands Coalition along with Hannah Nordby, NDSU Extension Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning, as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains. - It's More than Dirt that we talk about! - ND Grazing Lands Coalition website: https://ndglc.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDGLC/ - McKenzie County SCD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McKenzieCountySCD/
How do you productively address difficult conversations with producers? Is there a best approach? What if the conversation doesn't go as planned? Join James River SCD Education and Outreach Manager Tokina McHarry and NDSU Leadership and Civic Engagement specialist Jodi Bruns along with Hannah Nordby, NDSU Extension Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning, as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains. It's More than Dirt that we talk about!
What is virtual fencing? What are the considerations to think through before implementing this new technology? How could virtual fencing enhance conservation efforts? Join SDSU Field Specialist Logan Vandermark and Nick Jorgensen of Jorgensen Land and Cattle along with Hannah Nordby, NDSU Extension Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning, as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains. It's More than Dirt that we talk about!
Reflecting on Our Heritage are episodes where we take time to celebrate and preserve the unique stories of farmers and ranchers. You will smile, laugh and take away lessons from folks who have persevered in the face of adversity. Hear from Allan Earsley, Bill Mollman, Bob & Jean Pagel, Howard & Sandy Nelson, and Linda Engraf as they share stories of days gone by and where their passion for agriculture stems from. This episode was recorded in 2022 with the support of the Adams County Hettinger Chamber of Commerce, NDSU Extension, SCD, NRCS, and FSA. With a special thanks to Kat Weinert, Brooke Kessel, Hannah Nordby, and Brittany Schnell with Brittanyography.
What does NDSSCC stand for? How was the NDSSCC established? What role do they play in conservation efforts across ND? Join ND SCD supervisors and past NDSSCC members Donna Grann and Wes Frederick along with Hannah Nordby, NDSU Extension Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning, as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains. It's More than Dirt that we talk about!
Reflecting on Our Heritage are episodes where we take time to celebrate and preserve the unique stories of farmers and ranchers. You will smile, laugh and take away lessons from folks who have persevered in the face of adversity. - Hear from Bruce Hagen, Ron & Heather Nester, Bill & Connie Hourigan, and Greg Seamands as they share stories of days gone by and where their passion for agriculture stems from. - This episode was recorded in 2023 with the support of the Adams County Hettinger Chamber of Commerce, NDSU Extension, SCD, NRCS, and FSA. With a special thanks to Kat Weinert, Brooke Kessel, Hannah Nordby, and Brittany Schnell with Brittanyography.
We cover all things ND State Soil Conservation Committee or NDSSCC related! How does the NDSSCC fit into the ND SCD structure? What is the committee's purpose? Who makes up the NDSSCC? How does Extension fit into the big picture? _ Join NDSU Extension Associate Director Lynnette Flage along with SCD supervisor and committee member Kelly Klosterman Hannah Nordby, NDSU Extension Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning, as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains. - It's More than Dirt that we talk about!
Join us for a "Vault Episode" edition of Agriculture Applied where we discuss the benefits of rainfall insurance with Sheridan and Austin Visser. Sheridan works for Farm Credit Services of Mandan and the Visser's utilize the tool on their own ranching operation! What is rainfall insurance exactly? Why is it a beneficial tool? How does it pay out? The type and kind of operations the insurance might benefit and so much more! Grab a cup of joe and enjoy!
How do you engage current Soil Conservation District supervisors while also recruiting and onboarding new leaders? What steps can be taken to set employees up for success? How can supervisors help put conservation on the ground? Join ND SCD supervisors Sean Weinert and Joe Breker along with Hannah Nordby, NDSU Extension Program Coordinator for Conservation Leadership and Planning, as they converse about serving, preserving and conserving across the Great Plains. It's More than Dirt that we talk about!
Diversified grazing is a buzz word within the agriculture industry, but what is it exactly? How can diversified grazing benefit your operation? How do you implement it into your operation? Grab a cup of joe and join NDSU Extension Adams County ANR agent Hannah Nordby along with SDSU Extension Sheep Field Specialist Jaelyn Whaley as they discuss how producers can integrate sheep and goats into their cattle operations! Contacts: Hannah NordbyNDSU Adams County ExtensionHannah.nordby@ndsu.edu Jaelyn Whaley SDSU Extension SpecialistJaelyn.Whaley@sdstate.edu
What is the difference between SCD vs FSA vs NRCS? Trees initially come to mind when the local Soil Conservation District office is brought up, but what else should producers associated their local SCD with? How do Extension offices collaborate with their local SCD office? Join Slope County's Extension Agent, Shelby Hewson and the Bowman/Slope Soil Conservation District Manager Cassidy Fairbanks to learn the answers to these questions and more! Contact: Hannah NordbyNDSU Adams County Extensionhannah.nordby@ndsu.edu701-567-2735
The Service Learning process isn't done once the project is completed. It's important to reflect back on the process and determine what went well, what could have been done better and what adjustments to make for next time. You should also make sure to celebrate your efforts and share accomplishments with the community! In this episode we dive deeper into the wrap up, reflection and celebration aspect of service learning!
When it comes to handling cattle "slower is faster". Why is that exactly? What are the benefits of low stress cattle handling? How do you start making the shift towards calmer management practices? Join Adams County Extension agent, Hannah Nordby, along with stockman Curt Pate in the latest episode of Agriculture Applied. For additional information: To learn more about Curt check out his website: https://curtpatestockmanship.com/ Hannah NordbyNDSU Adams County Extensionhannah.nordby@ndsu.edu701-567-2735
Did you know April is National Volunteer Month? Are you trying to get your 4-H Club and members excited about volunteering? Feeling a little overwhelmed by the idea of organizing a service learning project? Join Adams County Extension agent Hannah Nordby along with 4-H member Alyssa Thompson and volunteer Casey Krieg as they discuss why service learning is important and how to break down the steps!
What is CHAPS (Cow Herd Appraisal Performance Software)? How can an online data-intensive beef production record system provide your operation with vital information related to managerial decisions and herd performance? How have ND ranchers utilized this program over the years? For this episode, we invite Lee Tisor, Zac Carlson, and Aaron Subart to help us answer questions like these and more! Resources: Chaps Contact Us: Zachary Carlson Extension Beef Cattle Specialist zachary.e.carlson@ndsu.edu Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735
How can you communicate better? Talking about communicating is easy but putting it into practice is harder. Tune in to this months episode of Agriculture Applied hosted by Hannah Nordby with returning guest Monica McConkey to answer these questions and more! Resources: Eyes on the Horizon - Monica McConkey Contact Us: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735
What is fair? What is equal? What family members do we involve in the succession planning process? What is the best way to address conflict? How do you successfully pass the operation onto the next generation? Can multiple families from the same generation figure out how to work together? When it comes to succession planning many producers have more questions than answers. Tune in to this months episode of Agriculture Applied hosted by Hannah Nordby with returning guest Monica McConkey to answer these questions and more! Resources: Eyes on the Horizon - Monica McConkey Contact Us: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735
Not sure when to test your forages, wondering what ration to feed your livestock, are special supplements needed all year long? Tune in to this months episode of Agriculture Applied hosted by Hannah Nordby with guests Janna Block, NDSU Livestock Systems Specialist, and Zach Carlson, NDSU Extension Beef Cattle Specialist, to answer these questions and more! Resources: Sampling Feed for Analysis Alternative Feeds for Ruminants Adams County Extension Services - Contact Us: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735 Janna Block Livestock Systems Specialist janna.block@ndsu.edu Zach Carlson Extension Beef Cattle Specialist zachary.e.carlson@ndsu.edu 701-231-1884
Hannah Nordby and David Ripplinger discuss carbon sequestration in the latest episode of Agriculture Applied! Contact Us: David Ripplinger Assistant Professor Extension Agribusiness and Applied Economics david.ripplinger@ndsu.edu Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension Agent hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-6609
Join Hannah Nordby, Libby Gravning, and Monica McConkey for an honest conversation about rural mental health. If you find yourself or someone you know beginning to exhibit unusual behavior such as lack of focus/motivation, uncharacteristic anger, or alcohol abuse, it may be time to evaluate stress levels and the overall farm/ranch situation. If you feel or see a problem please do not ignore it. NDSU Extension has resources that address the many areas of stress. If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by dialing 9-1-1. National Suicide Life Line: 800-273-8255 FirstLink Eyes on the Horizon - Monica McConkey Mental Health America North Dakota Behavioral Health American Foundation for Suicide Prevention ND Chapter NDSU Extension articles on Behavioral Health - Managing Rural Stress - Contact us: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735
Add-ons, certification, labels, nutritional claims- the world of marketing can be extremely confusing. On this episode, we focus on the specifics of regenerative organic certification. What are the pillars? Is it UDSA approved? How did the certification come about? Is it different from regenerative ag? - Join Dave Vetter with Grain Place Foods and Steve Zwinger an NDSU Organic Researcher along with Lindy Berg for answers to these questions and more! - Contact us: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735 Lindy Berg NDSU Towner County Extension lindy.l.berg@ndsu.edu 701-968-4362
"Got Beef?" Lamb, Pork, or Chicken? If you are looking for a little more information on what to expect when switching to a local source for meat this podcast is for you! Hannah sat down with Amanda Blair and Jaelyn Quintana with SDSU Extension to discuss the consumer side of local meats (this is the second half of the "Got Beef" podcast from last month). Grab a cup of Joe learn the answer to "How much freezer space do I need for half a beef?" "Can I ask the butcher for the cuts I like?" and many more! Resources: Guide for Purchasing Freezer Beef, Pork, and Lamb What to Know When Buying an Animal for Meat Processing Contacts: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension Hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu Amanda Blair SDSU Extension Meat Science Specialist Amanda.Blair@sdstate.edu Jaelyn Quintana SDSU Extension Specialist Jaelyn.Quintana@sdstate.edu
Join Hannah and Lindy to discover regenerative agriculture! This month they sat down with Drew and Erin Gaugler to discuss the SARE Farmer Rancher Grant and their experience with bale grazing in Grant County ND. "Bale grazing involves setting a large number of feed bales out in the fall and regulating the cows' feed intake using electric fencing. Producers move cows to a new set of bales in two-to-five-day rotations." - Resources: Bale Grazing to Build Soil Health Report Multi-Species Bale Grazing to Build Soil Health Report Improving Carbon Sequestration through Bale Grazing and Keyline Cultivation - Contact us: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735 Lindy Berg NDSU Towner County Extension lindy.l.berg@ndsu.edu 701-968-4362 Erin Gaugler NDSU Range Research Specialist Central Grasslands Research Extension Center Erin.Gaugler.2@ndsu.edu
Interested in direct marketing meat from your ranch?! This podcast is for you! Hannah sat down with a panel of experts to discuss what you need to know to get started or polish your direct to consumer meat business. Be sure to come back next month for part 2 in our local meat series. Next month we'll dive into the consumer side of things! Resources: Raising Freezer Beef: Meeting Customer Expectations Wall Meat Processing Contacts: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension Hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu Amanda Blair SDSU Extension Meat Science Specialist Amanda.Blair@sdstate.edu Jaelyn Quintana SDSU Extension Specialist Jaelyn.Quintana@sdstate.edu Ken Charfauros Owner Wall Meats Contact Janet Niehaus Owner Wall Meats Contact
Join Hannah and Lindy for this weeks episode of Discovering Regenerative Agriculture. Each month one episode from the Agriculture Applied feed will focus on regenerative agriculture stories and practices! This was a fun episode packed full of knowledge from Gabe Brown. "Gabe Brown is one of the pioneers of the current soil health movement which focuses on the regeneration of our resources. Gabe, along with his wife Shelly, and son Paul, own and operate Brown's Ranch, a diversified 5,000 acre farm and ranch near Bismarck, North Dakota. The ranch consists of several thousand acres of native perennial rangeland along with perennial pastureland and cropland. Their ranch focuses on farming and ranching in nature's image. The Browns holistically integrate their grazing and no-till cropping systems, which include a wide variety of cash crops, multi-species cover crops along with all natural grass finished beef and lamb. They also raise pastured laying hens, broilers and swine. This diversity and integration has regenerated the natural resources on the ranch without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and fungicides." Full Bio on UnderstandingAg.com Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out! - Additional Resources: Soil Health Academy Understanding Ag Webinars GrassFed Exchange Conference North Central SARE - Contact us: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735 Lindy Berg NDSU Towner County Extension lindy.l.berg@ndsu.edu 701-968-4362
Grab your beverage of choice and join Hannah Nordby and Justin Jacobs for a discussion on Intercropping! WREC Intercropping Video Pea and Canola Intercrop Strategies Intercropping Update Intercropping Update- Nesson Valley 2020 Intercropping Workshop - Contact Us: Justin Jacobs Irrigation Research Specialist / Williston Research Extension Center 701-770-4892 Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension Agent 701-567-2735
The Agriculture Applied family is growing with a new limited series! Learn along with Hannah and Lindy Berg as they participate in the SARE Discovery Program! Listen in as they discuss SARE and the new series with Karl Hoppe from North Central SARE. Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out! ☕️ - Additional Resources: North Central SARE SARE Grants - Contact us: Karl Hoppe North Central SARE karl.hoppe@ndsu.edu (701) 652-2951 Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu 701-567-2735 Lindy Berg NDSU Towner County Extension lindy.l.berg@ndsu.edu 701-968-4362
How can you best set your sheep operation up for success? Does wool classing have a place in your operation? How can you as a producer think outside the box to increase that profit margin? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Hettinger Research Extension Center director Chris Schauer to discuss these questions and more. Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out! https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-hub/research-extension-centers-recs/hettinger-rec/events
At what level do nitrates become a concern for producers? What crops most commonly accumulate nitrates? How can your local extension agent help? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Janna Block NDSU Extension livestock specialist as they discuss what producers should be aware of when it comes to nitrate levels in feeds. Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out! ~ Additional Resources: https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/publications/livestock/nitrate-poisoning-of-livestock
Have you checked the pH levels of problem areas in your fields? Traditionally pH hasn't been a concern for SW North Dakota, what has changed? What should farmers be taking into consideration? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Dickinson Research Extension Center director Chris Augustin to discuss these concerns and more. Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out!
What exactly is so concerning about Palmer Amaranth? How has NDSU Extension's approached help slow the spread of Palmer across the state? What precautions can you put in place to protect your operation? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Joe Ikley NDSU Extension Weed specialist and agent Calla Edwards as they break down these questions and more! Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you don't want to miss out! Additional NDSU Extension Publications: How to identify Palmer Amaranth- https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/publications/crops/identification-biology-and-control-of-palmer-amaranth-and-waterhemp-in-north-dakota ND Weed Control Guide- https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/weeds/weed-control-guides/2021%20nd-weed-control-guide-1
Sometimes when it gets dry producers have to pivot, create opportunity and get creative! Alternative feeds are different for everyone, it just depends on what works best for your operation. Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Karl Hoppe, Livestock Systems Extension Specialist and Bowman County Extension agent Max Robison as they discuss the pros and cons of various alternative feeds! Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out! Additional Extension Publications: https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/publications/livestock/alternative-feeds-for-ruminants
What is the ND Crop Improvement Association and how is Extension tied in? What are the new variety releases for 2021? How do local crop improvement groups add value to a community? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with John Rickertson a Research Agronomist and Renville County's own Extension Agent, Loui Voight as they discuss the importance of crop improvement boards and how to pair regions and varieties up for optimum production. Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out!
What is the ideal BCS for bulls heading into the breeding season? What kind of nutritional ration should your newly bought prize bull be put on once you get him home? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Janna Block NDSU Extension livestock specialist as they discuss setting your bulls up for success this breeding season. Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out!
Questions concerning calf scours? Looking to re-evaluate your vaccine protocol? Disease concerns relating to the calving season? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with NDSU Veterinarian and Animal Welfare Extension Specialist Gerald Stokka as we will cover those calving concerns and more! Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out!
The dreaded D word, drought. Running short on hay? Grass isn't ready for turnout? Rain forecast is bleak? How can you as a producer set yourself up for success going into the summer of 2021? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with with NDSU Extension Rangeland Management Specialist Kevin Sedivec as they discuss these questions and more! Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out!
Industrial Hemp has been making waves recently in the agricultural industry. What exactly IS all the fuss about? How could hemp fit into your production system? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Dave Ripplinger the Bioproduct/Bioenergy Economics specialist with NDSU Extension as they discuss these questions and more! Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out!
Soil testing? We've got a publication for that! Crop disease issues? We've got you covered! Excel expense sheets? Yup, you bet! Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Ryan Buetow the NDSU Extension Cropping Systems Specialist as they discuss the many resources available through NDSU Extension. You have a question? NDSU has the answer! Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out!
Does bookwork give you a headache? With tight margins are you curious where cuts could be made without inhibiting your operation? Are you looking for help honing in your recording keeping and accounting skills? ~ Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent along with Jeff Dragseth instructor for the Farm/Ranch Management Adults Education Program as discuss business goal setting, business analysis, cash flow, and so much more. Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out! ~ http://www.ndfarmmanagement.com/
In the lifetime of a producer there are really only 50 growing seasons, which equates to 50 chances to implement changes to an operation. How can producers capitalize and make the most out of those 50 opportunities? Join Hannah Nordby the Adams County ANR Extension agent with Joel Ransom the NDSU Extension Agronomist as they discuss the challenges and opportunities agricultural producers face. Grab a cup of joe and settle in to ponder innovative ideas, you're not going to want to miss out!
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