Spoiled sweetclover hay can be dangerous Oct 22, 2009
"An analysis of the forage is the only definitive measurement of risk, and the North Dakota State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab can test dicumarol levels in hay.". Madison Daily Leader 2009. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Spoiled sweetclover hay can cause livestock bleeding (15) Oct 19, 2009
"An analysis of the forage is the only definitive measurement of risk, and the North Dakota State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab can test dicoumarol levels in hay.". Call Jager at (605) 745-5133 or Daly at (605) 688-6589 for more information about sweetclover poisoning, sampling methods and testing information. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Prairie Fare: Keep Food Safe in Times of Floods (2) Oct 18, 2009
D., L.R.D., is a North Dakota State University Extension Service food and nutrition specialist and associate professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences. Comments. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
NDSU president resigns, saying 'It just isn't fun' Oct 17, 2009
North Dakota State University President Joseph Chapman speaks at a news conference in Fargo, N.D., in March 2006 ... FARGO, N.D. (AP) North Dakota State University President Joseph Chapman, stung by criticism of the ballooning cost of his new home and a $22,000 trip to President 's inauguration for himself and his family, announced Wednesday that he is resigning. (USA Today -- News)
N. Dakota St. president spent $22,000 on D.C. trip Oct 15, 2009
FARGO, N.D. (AP) North Dakota State University President Joseph Chapman spent more than 22,000 to take his family to President Barack Obama s inauguration, according to documents from the donation-funded NDSU Development Foundation that provided the money. Chapman took a 17,420 charter flight to Washington, D.C., using money from the foundation s discretionary fund, according to a report Tuesday in The Forum. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Homeowners warming up to stoves Oct 15, 2009
Ken Hellevang, an engineer with the extension service at North Dakota State University, noted of pellet stoves: "Even the most efficient burning units, there's still ash that needs to be discarded. There's some labor involved on a daily basis.". Pellet stoves also require electricity, since fans circulate the heat, so it's a good idea to purchase a backup battery, Wheeler said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Pets Can Help Boost Your Health Oct 14, 2009
North Dakota State University. Pets require health exams, immunizations and you should consider options such as neutering or spaying. (Click2Houston, TX)
Breckenridge students compete in robotics challenge Oct 13, 2009
The group has joined one of 26 other teams participating in a nationwide BEST (Boosting Engineering, Science and Technology) robotics competition through North Dakota State University. The theory behind the challenge blends learning and resourcefulness - each team must design, create and build its own robot as well as form its own corporation, which will be divided into branches and led by a CEO. Teams will be judged based on the robot's performance, appearance, a brief presentation by members... (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Harvesting frosted corn for silage may be an option (2) Oct 11, 2009
As producers begin to ensile corn, they need to remember that typical corn hybrids for silage require a longer growing period (95 days), says J.W. Schroeder, North Dakota State University Extension Service dairy specialist. However, corn grain producers who opted for corn with a maturity longer than 85 days increasingly face the possibility that these fields may not achieve the desired maturity before running out of heat units. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Point of attack Oct 9, 2009
The Palmer players give much of the credit to Moose line coach Tim Popowski, a former four-year letterman at Division I-AA North Dakota State University. It s all coaching. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Hanson, Vetter // Oct 9, 2009
Chris is a graduate of Wahpeton High School and is completing his master's degree in polymers and coatings at North Dakota State University in Fargo. An Oct. 23, 2009, wedding is planned at Nativity Catholic Church in Fargo. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
In the cattle markets: Seasonal feeder cattle marketings ramp up Oct 8, 2009
By Tim Petry, livestock economist, North Dakota State University Extension ServiceWednesday, October 7, 2009 2:31 PM CDT. The early fall run of yearlings off grass is in full swing at Northern Plains auction markets. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
A window into wildlife Oct 6, 2009
Ithaca was hatched May 13,1972, at Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y., as a part of a research project conducted by Dr. Jim Grier, now an emeritus professor in the biology department at North Dakota State University (NDSU). Ithaca first appeared in his Chahinkapa Zoo habitat in May of 2002. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Ensiling requires accurate moisture determination (2) Oct 4, 2009
But determining when to harvest corn at the right whole-plant moisture is difficult, says North Dakota State University Extension Service dairy specialist J.W. Schroeder. Each storage structure properly ensiles at slightly different moisture optimums. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Tile drainage workshop to take place in February (2) Oct 4, 2009
The 2009 North Dakota, Minnesota Subsurface Drainage forum will be held Tuesday, Feb. 24 on the North Dakota State University campus. Please save this date for this important forum. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
New Web site for scab management Oct 2, 2009
"Scab Smart" is coordinated by North Dakota State University plant pathologist Marcia McMullen. She says the site deals with various strategies for managing scab disease, which has caused widespread losses in past years. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Frank R. Gardner Sep 17, 2009
They moved to Fargo, where Frank attended the School of Pharmacy at North Dakota State University, graduating in 1959. Shortly after, the family moved to Morris, Minn. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
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Ask the students at North Dakota State University who, eight years ago, heard LeRoy speak at a class called Folklore and the Environment, where he told his story and showed his skill. Some of the students would later become his apprentices. (Freeman Courier, SD)
The DakotaDome turns 30 Sep 15, 2009
USD President James Abbott said the DakotaDome even helped USD gain entrance into the Summit League, a D-I athletic conference that plays home to SDSU and North Dakota State University. "When the Summit League came here to see if USD would be a fit in their conference, they were very impressed with the DakotaDome," Abbott said. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Cloud seeding helps area farmers Sep 15, 2009
This conclusion can be drawn from the results of a recent study released by economists at North Dakota State University. The study was conducted to learn the benefits of what is known as the North Dakota Cloud Modification Project. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Adding some spice Sep 15, 2009
North Dakota State University Williams County extension agent Mary Froelich and McKenzie County extension agent Marcia Hellandsaas recently guided nine area women through the steps to make salsa. The group gathered in the Williston High School Family Consumer Science lab to first learn some tips before getting out the knives and chopping boards. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Lowering Feed Costs Begins With Control (2) Sep 13, 2009
But they may not have checked their cost-control points, such as the scale, according to North Dakota State University Extension Service dairy cattle specialist J.W. Schroeder. Producers may not have minimized their feed losses, either, he says. (Agri-View, WI)
MHS grad Allison Bailey becomed a drum major at ISU Sep 12, 2009
Allison conducted at her first game last weekend when Iowa State hosted a home game against North Dakota State University. This weekend, the University of Iowa football team is visiting Ames. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
New furbearer biologist joins Game and Fish Sep 12, 2009
A native of Glen Ullin, she received an associate's degree in biology from Bismarck State College before earning a bachelor of science degree in zoology from North Dakota State University. Tucker earned her master's degree in ecology and evolutionary biology from Iowa State University, where her course work and field work included studying bobcats. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Al Qaeda's Hip New Heir Apparent Sep 12, 2009
Jarret Brachman, an assistant research professor of security studies at North Dakota State University, is the author of and the former director of research at West Point's Combating Terrorism Center. He blogs at. (Slate)
County museum getting 3 of Peggy Lee's dresses Sep 9, 2009
She has taught costuming and acting at Emporia State University in Kansas, Purdue University in Indiana and North Dakota State University in Fargo. "Fabrics deteriorate over time," Gail Anderson said, "just from the simple fact of wearing it. Body oils damage fabric, so you have to be careful touching it so as not to add oil or food on your hands.". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
New DSU faculty hired Sep 9, 2009
Xu comes to DSU from North Dakota State University, where he was an associate professor in the Department of Computer Science ... He received his master's and bachelor's degrees from North Dakota State University. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
NDSU installing weather radios around campus Sep 7, 2009
LOADING Sep 07, 2009 - 04:05:29 CDT By DAVE KOLPACK Associated Press Writer FARGO - North Dakota State University already uses modern technology, including e-mail and social networking sites, to notify people on campus about emergencies. When it comes to flooding, blizzards or tornados, school officials say nothing beats a tweet like a good old-fashioned weather radio. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
'Beauty pageant for calves' may end in Gackle Sep 7, 2009
"We don't follow them to the end. That would be more useful information," said Schmidt, who ranches and works at the North Dakota State University research station nearby. Schmidt's one of the "tired cowboys" - he's been an organizer for half the show's history. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Deadline for Livestock Indemnity Program is Sept. 13 (28) Sep 7, 2009
"Producers need to file a notice of loss and complete the application for payment at the local county office of the Farm Service Agency (FSA)," said Dwight Aakre, North Dakota State University Extension Service farm management specialist. "A notice of loss can be reported by the producer to the local FSA office by phone, fax, e-mail or in person.". (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Crop sprayers fight potato blight Sep 5, 2009
The last time blight broke out in the valley, in 1999, it cost the potato industry in the region $125 million, said Neil Gudmestad, a potato plant pathologist at North Dakota State University, who has been watching it closely. Morten, 75, built up his family's crop-spraying business by buying military surplus helicopters, then adding parts he made himself. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Ronald Leon McNeese Sep 4, 2009
He graduated from North Dakota State University in 1963 and brought his wife and daughter home to Alaska. From college his first job was at the Palmer Correctional Center. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
King of the mountain Sep 4, 2009
She holds a bachelor's degree in zoology with a wildlife emphasis from North Dakota State University. She most recently earned her master's degree from Iowa State University in Ames, specifically studying mountain lions, Kreil said. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Cross, Froemming file for school board positions Sep 4, 2009
" Froemming, who turned 45 Thursday, is a Backus High School graduate who earned degrees in business and mass communications and broadcasting from North Dakota State University. He also has an MBA from the University of Texas. He and his wife, Jackie, live in Brainerd and have two sons, Austin, 13, and Ben, 11, who attend Brainerd schools. Froemming's father was a teacher and superintendent, indicating his interest in education is one of the reasons he is seeking a board seat. But Froemming said... (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Butterfield-Odin Publics freshest faculty faces Sep 3, 2009
Originally from Enderlin, North Dakota, Stordalen received a bachelor of science degree in vocal and instrumental and general music at North Dakota State University in Fargo, and went on to earn his master's wind band conducting from Minnesota State University-Mankato. The complete story can be found in the print version of the Observer/Advocate. (Mt. Lake Observer/Advocate, MN)
It pays to pump Sep 2, 2009
A 2007 study by North Dakota State University reports the state's oil industry had an estimated 8 billion gross business volume impact on the state in 2007. This is nearly double the roughly 4. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
NDUS receives funding to reduce binge drinking Sep 1, 2009
Karin Walton, director of the alcohol consortium, and Jane Vangsness, Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (ATOD) director at North Dakota State University make up the remainder of the grant writing committee. "We had three weeks to write the grant. It went fast," Wolfgram said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Tips on drying wheat in cool, late harvests (2) Aug 30, 2009
Adding supplemental heat when drying wheat generally is not recommended for most of North Dakota, even when cooler temperatures are associated with a late harvest, according to Ken Hellevang, North Dakota State University Extension Service agricultural engineer and grain-drying expert. Adding heat primarily will change the final moisture content but only slightly increase the drying speed, he says. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Growing concerns Aug 29, 2009
North Dakota State University Williston Research Extension Center ag specialist Chet Hill said very little is happening with the regions wheat crop as everything is about three weeks behind average. The concerns at this stage involve morning moisture and the increasing possibility of frost. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Are alternative crops in the picture for your farm? Aug 28, 2009
Some of these alternative crops are fairly new, while others, according to Burton Johnson, a plant scientist at North Dakota State University in Fargo, have been around for 10 years or more. A few of the principal crops, such as sunflower and canola, actually started out as alternative crops and developed into primary crops. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
AA football: St. Mary's has sights set on Smith Aug 28, 2009
The 5-foot-9, 165-pound senior, who recently made a verbal commitment to play football at North Dakota State University, averaged 213. 5 yards per game and better than seven yards per carry. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Krump, Helland // Aug 26, 2009
Ashley is a graduate of Wahpeton High School and North Dakota State University with a degree in Doctor of Pharmacy. She is employed as a pharmacist at Econodrug in Wahpeton. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
NDSU enrollment up Aug 26, 2009
LOADING Aug 26, 2009 - 04:05:36 CDT FARGO (AP) - North Dakota State University says its first-day enrollment is 13,855 students, 7. 6 percent higher than last year. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Q: How did “Dog Days of Summer” originate, and how is the weather affected by it? — Rick Brewer, Smyrna Aug 24, 2009
A: Welk s German-Russian parents immigrated from the Ukraine to North Dakota in 1893, and he was born and grew up in Strasburg, N.D., a German-speaking community, according to information from North Dakota State University, which has a collection of Welk photos, personal papers and other items. He couldn t speak English, but decided to learn it upon leaving home on his 21st birthday to pursue music. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Businesses hope for boost from students Aug 23, 2009
LOADING Aug 23, 2009 - 04:05:57 CDT FARGO (AP) - Downtown Fargo businesses hope that several thousand North Dakota State University students who soon will be their neighbors also will become their customers. NDSU now has three classroom buildings downtown, and the university will manage 104 apartments housing up to 220 students in the new five-story Cityscapes complex. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Campbell-Tintah School welcomes new teachers Aug 22, 2009
Cochran, the new music teacher, graduated from North Dakota State University in May. He intends to maintain several of the contest and festival pieces at the school, each a strong Campbell-Tintah tradition. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
She sees hope for troubled youths Aug 21, 2009
Montonye put her interest to work and attended North Dakota State University to study sociology and criminal justice as well as psychology. She also has a master's in criminal justice with an emphasis in law from Kaplan University and she's working on a doctorate degree in criminal justice with an emphasis in public safety. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Jerry Schradick, 66 Aug 20, 2009
In 1968, he obtained his masters degree from North Dakota State University. Jerry trained in the Peace Corps before he served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Phil Hansen camp draws 220 to sportsmanship clinic Aug 19, 2009
The 11-year National Football League veteran and former North Dakota State University player also conducts youth camps in Fargo and Detroit Lakes. The kids each got a t-shirt, hat, water bottle and other free items before the camp. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
MICHAEL WEBER: Football teams on the move Aug 17, 2009
Smith, who recently made a verbel commitment to play football at North Dakota State University, rushed for an astounding 2,112 yards and 20 touchdowns on 285 carries in 2008. The speedster topped the 300-yard mark twice - 388 against Jamestown, and 340 against Grand Forks Central. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Region Roundup Aug 17, 2009
Killdeer - The Dunn County weed control cost-share program will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 1 at the North Dakota State University Extension building in Killdeer. Landowners are eligible for 50-50 cost share on Plateau for spurge control and Milestone for Canada thistle and wormwood control. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Authorities say vandals cause Fargo water damage Aug 16, 2009
North Dakota State University students are to start moving into the five-story building on Monday. The Cityscapes building can house up to 200 students. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
More of this story Aug 16, 2009
A delegation comprised of Charlie and Corkie Bowerman and Debbie and Dennis Mueggenborg has been attending the ALWS this week at North Dakota State University. Charlie Bowerman and Debbie Mueggenborg are co-chairmen of the Bartlesville American Legion World Series Committee. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Change of command ceremony scheduled Aug 15, 2009
Aberle is from Edgeley and graduated from North Dakota State University, Fargo. Hrdlicka is from Colome, S.D., and graduated from the University of Mary, Bismarck. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Eminently quotable: 'A false sense of security' Aug 15, 2009
- Dwight Aakre, a farm management specialist and North Dakota State University economist, saying today's dairy farmer is as efficient as at any time in the past and it's not a question of poor management. Dairy farmers are struggling to survive in the state. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Steenblock, VanOverbeke Aug 14, 2009
Kelsey is a graduate of North Dakota State University in Fargo with a degree in agriculture economics and crop and weed science. She is employed as a regional agriculture production specialist with WinField Solutions, LLC in Fairmount. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Dairy farmers frustrated Aug 14, 2009
Dwight Aakre, a farm management specialist and North Dakota State University economist, said farmers here are facing 60 percent higher overhead costs than in the past, and estimates they could lose more than $1,000 per cow this year. He said today's dairy farmer is as efficient as at any time in the past and it's not a question of poor management. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
N.D. hatchery getting stimulus money for pond liners Aug 11, 2009
Holm said studies by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and North Dakota State University have shown walleye fishing on Lake Sakakawea alone generates tens of millions of dollars in economic activity annually. "And this is just one lake," Holm said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
In the cattle markets Aug 11, 2009
By Tim Petry, Livestock Economist, North Dakota State University Extension ServiceMonday, August 10, 2009 8:16 AM CDT. Price Situation for Yearlings off Grass. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Knight travels to Spain for pro play Aug 11, 2009
This summer, Knight has been keeping herself busy by working out and working at several basketball camps around the state including Janet Karvonen Basketball Camps, Hopkins Basketball Camps and camps at the University of Minnesota at Crookston and North Dakota State University. As for how long she will continue to pursue professional basketball as a career, Knight said she will make that decision on a yearly basis. (Minnetonka Lakeshore Weekly News, MN)
Professor says butterflies are declining Aug 10, 2009
Gerald Fauske, a collection manager for the insect museum at North Dakota State University, said the cool weather may have held back the dragonfly populations, allowing them to bunch up and seem more plentiful than usual ... Jan Knodel, an entomologist at North Dakota State University, said reports of a decline in the nesting success of pheasants, grouse and other birds may be traced to grasshoppers. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
SARE agricultural grants awarded in Minnesota/North Dakota (2) Aug 9, 2009
- Miranda Vlaminck, Fargo and graduate student at North Dakota State University, has been awarded a 9,528 grant for the project, "Maintenance of natural sustainable riparian communities located within the Middle Sheyenne Watershed.". - Kishore Chittem, Fargo and graduate student of the North Dakota State University Department of Plant Pathology has been awarded a 9,964 grant for the project, "Determining efficacy of waste lime in managing Fusarium root rot of field peas." ... - Patrick Carr,... (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Fumes in Fargo may be from old tank Aug 9, 2009
The site was being prepared to be resurfaced as a parking lot between two North Dakota State University halls when the workers were overcome by fumes Friday. MeritCare Hospital said it treated five patients. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Broncos look to go deep into amateur tournament Aug 8, 2009
"I like that opportunity. I definitely want the ball when we need a win," said McNary, who pitched for North Dakota State University in 2006. "I like the defense behind me.". (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Phil Hansen camp coming to Wahpeton Aug 8, 2009
Through a grant from the National Football League, former Buffalo Bills and North Dakota State University defensive lineman Phil Hansen will bring his message of physical fitness and sportsmanship to Wahpeton for the second straight year on Monday, August 17. The free camp is open to boys and girls and will be conducted in two sessions. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
