Energy & Agriculture

The Cooperative Fur Harvester Education Program Continues to Provide Free Training in Trapping Safety, Regulations, and Wildlife Management, with Upcoming Sessions Scheduled in Velva.

Surging Fuel Costs, Driven by Crude Oil and Global Conflicts, Put Unprecedented Pressure on Agricultural Operations Across Bismarck and Mandan Area.

Friesz Family Farm, Situated North of New Salem, Transforms Wool From Its Significant Sheep Flock Into Popular Items Like Soap and Dryer Balls, Expanding Agricultural Offerings in Morton County.

U.s. Sen. John Hoeven Supports Bipartisan Measure to Ensure High-Demand Commercial Data Facilities Cover Their Own Power Expenses, Shielding Local Utility Bills.

The 97th Annual Stockmen’s Association Convention and Trade Show Is Focusing on Financial Volatility and Input Costs Impacting Ranchers Statewide.

The Trump Administration's Plan, Introduced by the EPA and U.s. Army Corps of Engineers, Aims to Clarify Federal Oversight but Raises Environmental Concerns for the State's Vital Prairie Potholes.

Senators Push for Increased U.s. Cattle Herds and Market Competition as President Trump Announces Plans to Import Foreign Beef.

Dairy Producers in North Dakota and Other States Will See Their Checkoff Fees Redirected Away From Environmental, Social, and Governance Initiatives.

North Dakota Game and Fish Reports an Optimistic Forecast for Local Hunters, Projecting an Increase in Fall Flight Numbers Alongside New Regulations for Resident and Non-Resident Seasons.

Fuel Costs Topping $6 Per Gallon Are Challenging Profitability for Farmers in Burleigh and Morton Counties and Across the State.

A Former State Lawmaker Now Overseeing National Farm Aid and Loan Systems Urges Local Producers to Transition to New Digital Platforms to Streamline Reporting.

Nearly 500 Agricultural Jobs Remain Unfilled Across the State, Prompting Increased Reliance on the H-2a Visa Program Due to Low Local Unemployment, Uncompetitive Wages, and Housing Challenges.

Officials From Energy and Data Center Companies, Along with the Mayor of Ellendale, Detailed How These Facilities Are Expected to Increase Local Property Taxes and Population, Citing Ellendale’s Experience.

During a Visit to the North Dakota Capitol, Senators John Hoeven and Chuck Grassley Outlined Efforts to Support U.s. Cattle Producers Even as President Trump Proposes Importing Foreign Beef.