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North Dakota Department of Agriculture Press Releases

18 Press Releases
  • Published on July 18, 2026 - 03:27 GMT

    (Update) Meeting Notice: Agricultural Products Utilization Commission

    Monday, July 20, 2026 ALL TIMES ARE IN MOUNTAIN TIME. 1:50 PM             Call to Order                                 Election of Officers   Business Meeting Minutes Financials Code of Ethics Contact Information Verification Remaining Meeting Sites APUC …

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  • Published on July 2, 2026 - 21:02 GMT

    Emerald ash borer detected again in Cass County

    BISMARCK, N.D. – Emerald ash borer was detected this week by North Dakota Forest Service staff north of Mapleton. This is the second finding in Cass County, more than 12 miles from the first detection in that county found in January. Emerald ash borer was …

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  • Published on July 1, 2026 - 04:03 GMT

    Project Safe Send accepting unusable pesticides in July

    BISMARCK – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring says farmers, ranchers, pesticide dealers and applicators, government agencies, homeowners and members of the general public should bring unusable pesticides to any of the 8 Project Safe Send collections in …

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  • Published on June 30, 2026 - 08:01 GMT

    Field days slated to collect spurge-eating insects

    BISMARCK – Field days have been finalized at two North Dakota sites to collect and redistribute flea beetles that eat leafy spurge. Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring said persons interested in acquiring the flea beetles to release on their own …

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  • Published on June 23, 2026 - 11:45 GMT

    Pollinator Week is June 22-28

    BISMARCK – Gov. Kelly Armstrong has proclaimed June 22-28, 2026, as Pollinator Week in North Dakota. North Dakota is home to many pollinators, including more than 800,000 honey bee colonies. “Pollinator species such as bees, birds and insects are essential …

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  • Published on June 15, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Produce safety workshop scheduled

    BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Agriculture will host a free produce safety workshop on Tuesday, June 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hilltop Farm in Des Lacs. “Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about local produce …

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  • Published on June 12, 2026 - 17:23 GMT

    Irrigation study shows added economic impact possible for agriculture

    BISMARCK - Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring joined lawmakers and study partners at the Capitol today to highlight the results of an irrigation and drainage study commissioned by the 69th Legislative Assembly through House Bill 1531. The study was …

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  • Published on June 9, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Meeting Notice: Pride of Dakota Advisory Council

    The Pride of Dakota Advisory Council will meet at 1 p.m., Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the North Dakota Department of Agriculture’s 6th floor conference room at the State Capitol. If you would like the call-in information, please contact Michelle Mielke at …

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  • Published on June 4, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Meeting Notice: State Board of Animal Health

    BISMARCK – The State Board of Animal Health will meet at 9 a.m., Wednesday, June 10, in the North Dakota Department of Agriculture’s 6th floor conference room at the State Capitol. If you would like the call-in information, please contact Michelle Mielke …

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  • Published on June 3, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Goehring announces APUC awards funding

    BISMARCK, N.D. – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has announced North Dakota Agricultural Products Utilization Commission (APUC) awards for six projects. The awards totaling $340,524.50 were approved at the APUC quarterly meeting May 27-28 in …

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  • Published on June 3, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Goehring announces ADD awards funding

    BISMARCK, N.D. – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has announced Agriculture Diversification and Development (ADD) Fund awards for eight projects. The awards totaling $1.33 million were approved at the ADD quarterly meeting May 27 in Bottineau. The …

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  • Published on May 20, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Meeting Notice: Agricultural Products Utilization Commission

    Revised May 26, 2026 The North Dakota Agricultural Products Utilization Commission will meet at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 27, and 8:30 a.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026, at the Cobblestone Inn & Suites at 1109 11th St. E., Bottineau, ND. Agenda Wednesday, May …

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  • Published on May 20, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Meeting Notice: Agriculture Diversification and Development (ADD) Fund Committee

    BISMARCK - The Agriculture Diversification and Development (ADD) Fund Committee will meet at 8 a.m., Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Cobblestone Inn & Suites at 1109 11th St. E., Bottineau, ND. Agenda 8:00 a.m.         Call to Order               …

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  • Published on May 18, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week is May 17-23

    BISMARCK – Gov. Kelly Armstrong has proclaimed May 17-23, 2026, as Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week in North Dakota. Native to Asia, the emerald ash borer (EAB) attacks true ash trees (Fraxinus spp.). The larvae feed under the bark, disrupting the movement …

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  • Published on May 12, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Goehring announces availability of farmers market grants

    BISMARCK – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has announced that grants are available to North Dakota farmers markets to purchase marketing supplies to increase visibility, awareness and attendance at the markets, and to increase sales of specialty …

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  • Published on May 11, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Meeting Notice: North Dakota Agriculture in the Classroom Council

    The North Dakota Agriculture in the Classroom Council (AITC) will meet at 3 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2026, via conference call. If you would like the call-in information, please contact Michelle Mielke at 701-328-2233 prior to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, …

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  • Published on May 11, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

    Make sure trees, shrubs are winter hardy before purchasing

    BISMARCK – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring is encouraging homeowners to read the tag and research varieties before buying and planting nursery stock for their property. “Spring is here, and homeowners may be anxious to add trees and shrubs to their …

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  • Published on May 6, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

    Awareness helps stop invasive pests

    BISMARCK – With warmer weather on the way, it is important for the public to be aware of invasive species. Each year, harmful invasive weeds, plant pests and diseases cost the U.S. $40 billion in losses to cropland, grasslands, woody areas, forests and …

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