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Variability in moisture content and maturity of corn in the fields will impact harvest decisions this season, according to Ken Hellevang, North Dakota State University Extension agricultural engineer and grain drying expert. "There is considerable variation this year due to the challenging spring, variation in rainfall, planting date, maturity rating, and growing degree days, so it is important to check each field and even various areas in a field," says Hellevang. Normally, optimum harvest...
With the Sidney and surrounding communities bereaved of their sugar beet industry, many farmers have looked to corn and soybeans to fill the gap. To soften the learning curve, Farmer's Choice, McClusky, ND, is bringing their expertise in those products to Sidney. Duane Peters, Sidney, former Sidney Sugars agronomist, will represent Farmer's Choice in Sidney. He wants local farmers to know that "we are here to help". They have purchased the former Trans-Systems building at 1120 E. Main St. and...
By Marley Voll, Richland county extension agent. As harvest wraps up it is time to consider your fall weed management plan. There are many factors to consider including what your next crop will be, what weeds you are targeting, and what your crop rotation is. During the fall, winter annual weeds like cheatgrass, tansy mustard, and marestail germinate and begin growing. A study out of NDSU found that early rosette is when marestail control is most effective. The rosette stage can often be found in fields in late September and early October...
Temperatures are trending down across the Northern Plains and will fluctuate up and down as we head closer to winter. These temperature fluctuations cause stress on sorghum plants, which can lead to toxicity issues for livestock. "The sorghum family of plants contains hydrocyanic acid (prussic acid) attached to a molecule of dhurrin," says James Rogers, North Dakota State University Extension forage systems specialist. "The dhurrin molecule releases prussic acid when the plant is stressed....
Monitoring grazing use in the fall has the potential to significantly impact 2024 forage production. North Dakota State University Extension has found that heavy grazing use in the fall can reduce forage production the following growing season by over 50%. "As we transition into fall, it can be tempting to keep cattle on pasture longer to stretch feed resources," says Miranda Meehan, NDSU Extension livestock environmental stewardship specialist. "However, this decision can have long-term...
Soybean harvest is in full swing across North Dakota, with field corn and sunflowers to follow. Weather conditions have been very warm and mostly dry, with a few intermittent showers across the state to shut down harvest progress for a few days. Angie Johnson, North Dakota State University Extension farm and ranch safety coordinator, urges farmers to use any breaks in harvest for necessary maintenance that can help prevent equipment failures and fires. "Equipment fires, specifically combine...
Funeral Services will be Saturday October 28, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at the Bainville School in Bainville, MT with Pastor Lane Vannatta officiating. A luncheon will follow the service at the Bainville Fire Hall. Visitation will be on Saturday October 28, 2023 at the Bainville School in Bainville, MT from 12:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. Todd will be laid to rest at the Bainville Cemetery. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be...
(Updated 10-25-23): The Governor's Main Street Conference & Bluegrass Concert has been postponed due to weather. A new date has yet to be decided on. The cultural fair has also been rescheduled for November 8 from 4-7 pm at the Rough Rider Center. (Original Story): Oct. 24 and 25 will see Watford City’s Main Street much busier than average, with Governor Burgum’s initiative focused on smart infrastructure, 21st century workforce, vibrancy, and economic diversification coming to town. The North Dakota Main Street Summit is a two-part event, wit...
The Theodore Roosevelt Expressway Association will host a meeting on Thursday, Oct. 27, in Dickinson. District 1 Senator Brad Bekkedahl, ND Senate Appropriations Chair, will be present at the meeting. TREA is dedicated to four-laning US Highway 85 across North Dakota. Currently, construction is underway on the divided four-lane on Highway 85 between Watford City and the Long X Bridge. The $77.2 million project is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. To register for this meeting visit https://www.trexpressway.com/Regi...
Two of the nation’s top touring bluegrass bands are joining forces in Watford City to conclude the North Dakota Main Street Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. in the Rough Rider Center Convention Hall. The concert is free and open to the public presented by the Watford City Area Chamber of Commerce. This fantastic evening of bluegrass music features The Waddington Brothers plus Seth Mulder & Midnight Run, both decorated award winners from the 2023 SPBGMA (Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music in America) Convention in Nashville, T...
For over 30 years, that chill in the air and change in the leaves has heralded the arrival of one family's favorite season...hunting season! Darren and Janie Darby, Sidney, have shared their passion for hunting together with their two boys, Jordan and Garrett, and meet throughout it to hunt both upland bird and big game together. Originally from Washington, Darren and Janie moved to Montana in order to be closer to the pheasant hunting they adored, landing in Big Timber and then Sidney in 2012....
Williston – Halloween is fast approaching, which means it’s almost time for the annual “Ghost Walk” at Fort Buford State Historic Site near Williston. The family friendly event is free and open to the public. The “Ghost Walk” will begin at 6 p.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 21, with the last tour beginning at 8 p.m. After listening to the historical spirits, enjoy refreshments at the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center. Please come dressed for the weather, and bring a flashlight if you wish. The boardwalks will be illuminated...
Funeral services for Vivian L. Berry, 91 of Fairview, MT are at 11:00 am on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Fairview, Montana with Pastor Tim O'Shields officiating. Visitation is Wednesday, October 18, 2023, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Sidney, Montana. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, Montana is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Vivian...
Celebration of Life Services will be Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at the Church of the Nazarene in Sidney, Montana with Pastor Richard Evans officiating. A luncheon will follow the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. Visitation will be Friday, October 20, 2023, from 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Sidney, Montana. A family and friends service will be Friday, October 20, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel...
Funeral services will be October 24, 2023 at 10:00 am at the Zion Lutheran Church in Fairview, Montana with Pastor Tim O'Shields officiating. A luncheon will follow the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. Anne will be laid to rest in the Yellowstone Point Cemetery, Cartwright, North Dakota. Visitation will be Monday, October 23, 2023 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Sidney, Montana. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT is assisting the...
The Theodore Roosevelt Expressway Association will host a meeting on Thursday, Oct. 27, in Dickinson. District 1 Senator Brad Bekkedahl, ND Senate Appropriations Chair, will be present at the meeting. TREA is dedicated to four-laning US Highway 85 across North Dakota. Currently, construction is underway on the divided four-lane on Highway 85 between Watford City and the Long X Bridge. The $77.2 million project is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. To register for this meeting visit https://www.trexpressway.com/Regi...
The Fairview Warriors continued to excel after another week of volleyball. After defeating the Poplar Indians (25-9, 25-11, and 25-23) on Oct. 5, the Warriors improved their conference record to 6-1 and their overall record to 9-2. The Warriors are looking ahead to a tough week as they face their only two losses, the Sidney Eagles in Sidney on Tuesday, Oct. 10 and the Wolf Point Wolves at home on Oct. 12. In non-conference play on Saturday, Oct. 7, the Fairview Warriors traveled to Beach, and...
Eight members of the Sidney Tendo Tae Kwon Do School traveled to Williston to participate in the 2023 Williston Tendo/Sidney Tendo Invitational Tae Kwon Do Championships held on Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Area Recreation Center. Competitors from North Dakota, Montana, and Canada were on hand. Competitors from Sidney and their results are as follows: Troy Turnbull, 7 yr. old yellow belt, placed 3rd in forms and 3rd in sparring. Mercy Long, 6 yr. old orange belt, placed 3rd in forms and 4th in...
On Friday, Sept. 29, a group of Richland County leaders met with Rich Garman, North Dakota Department of Commerce Economic Development and Finance director. He had good news for the MonDak region. Five different industrial companies are looking into building a facility in northwestern North Dakota. Cerilon, a company based out of Alberta, Canada, whose facilities generate premium-quality, cleaner-burning transportation fuels, synthetic base oils, and specialized products, according to their website, www.cerilon.com. The company wants to put a...
The North Dakota Stockmen's Association (NDSA) awarded McKenzie County cattleman Keith Winter, a 49-year NDSA member, with the organization's most prestigious award, the Top Hand Award, at the banquet during its annual convention in Watford City. The Top Hand Award recognizes Winter's unselfish concern for the land, the country and the cattle industry. Winter joined the exclusive class of 26 ranchers who have received this elite award over the NDSA's 94-year history when he accepted his bronze...
St. John’s United is holding a chili cookoff and tasting fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 7, from noon-4 p.m. at the pavilion in Veteran’s Memorial Park. The event is a fundraiser and donations are appreciated but tasting is free to those who bring a hygiene product such as: shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, toothpaste, Kleenex, mouthwash, razors, adult diapers, body soap, and deodorant or article of warm clothing. Local chili makers, lovers, and connoisseurs are invited to come participate or just have a nice, warm cup. There will be prizes for...
The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association (NDSA) awarded McKenzie County cattleman Keith Winter, a 49-year NDSA member, with the organization’s most prestigious award, the Top Hand Award, at the banquet during its annual convention in Watford City. The Top Hand Award recognizes Winter’s unselfish concern for the land, the country and the cattle industry. Winter joined the exclusive class of 26 ranchers who have received this elite award over the NDSA’s 94-year history when he accepted his bronze statue. The lifelong rancher and longtime grazing a...
Fall is my favorite season of the year. Our outside environment becomes a feast for our eyes as leaves change from green to gold, orange or red and float in the breeze. We are greeted by farmers markets and store displays with colorful red apples. Many varieties of squash are available. Some are green, others are orange or gold, and their rinds may be smooth or bumpy. I always enjoy the grocery store squash displays that look like a still-life portrait that has come to life. I almost do not...
Kristi Schultz and Brady Pelton have been selected to serve a three-year term on North Dakota State University's Rural Leadership North Dakota (RLND) Council. In addition to providing overall program direction, council members also develop policies and procedures, advocate for the program, maintain appropriate fiscal policies, and assist with class selection. "The RLND Council serves to help steer the program towards the future and ensures RLND continues to prepare and develop effective leaders...
