Ramsey County

Howdy!!!
Hasn’t this weather been something else!!!!  I was out fishing on Saturday and could not believe how nice it can get in March.  Comparing the weather to the time of year makes me a little leary of what may lie ahead for weather conditions.  I know that one storm can change a lot of things in a matter of an hour but there is not much snow cover in our area fields.  I heard a couple of weeks ago, of a prediction by the national weather service, that the Lake will crest higher than last springs crest; I’m not sure where that number is coming from either. 

The gardening season is fast approaching as well and should be looking at planting some of those seeds in the near future.  When ordering seed, make sure to ask for the germination of the seed and also if the seed is carryover seed or new seed.  Old seed can be grown if kept from year to year but make sure to do a germination test on the seed before planting.  There are many good suppliers of seed in our area and are willing to help you with your planting decisions.

GPS Training!!!!
We will be holding basic GPS training Tuesday, March 15^th, 7 pm.  The training will be held at the Armory, and use the south door.  There will be a $ 5.00 registration fee for this class.  You are encouraged to bring your GPS unit.  This training will help you learn how to use your GPS unit or learn to use the GPS units that will be provided for that training.  This will be a great time to learn how these units will help you locate a rock, favorite fishing hole and also help with driving directions.  To register for the class please call the Extension office at 701-662-7027.  There will be a limited class size.  SEE YOU THERE

Ramsey County Crop Improvement Annual meeting$$$$$$$$$
The annual meeting of the Ramsey County Crop Improvement meeting will be held March 17^th in the Armory of the Memorial building.  The meeting will start at 9 am with registration and will feature Pea production, No-till (either into pea ground or no-tilling peas) and a farmer panel discussion (including a buying trade rep).  Right after a sponsored lunch (Devils lake Equipment, Twete Inc. and Ramsey County Crop Improvement association) Twete Inc and Devils Lake Equipment will give short presentations on their new no-till drills.  This will be followed by a short annual meeting.  New increase growers will be announced at that time for the varieties of Glenn (HRSW), Pembina (conventional soybean), Carter (Flax), Stellar (Barley) and Tradition (Barley).  This will be a great time to learn new innovative techniques, strategies, a chance to visit your neighbors and get a great noon lunch.

Horticulture Classes!!!!!
Get ready, Get set and Go!!!!!; spring is here and so is the Horticulture season.  We will be offering horticulture classes starting Tuesday, April 5.  The classes will continue April 12, April 19 and May 3.  The classes will talk about Lawn Care, Annuals and Perennials, Trees and Shrubs and end with an “Extreme Makeover” of someone’s yard.  The group will go to someone’s yard and give suggestions on what they would change or what should be planted using the information they have learned from the previous 3 classes.   There will be $20 pre-registration fee, $30 per couple.  We have presenters coming from Fargo to help with classes and this registration fee will cover mileage, cookies, coffee and the last night will end with hamburgers and beverages.  This will be another great time to learn about the new genetics in gardening and also get some ideas for your own landscape design.  To pre-register, call the Extension office at 701-662-7027  

524 4th Ave #5, 2nd Floor Ramsey County Courthouse
Devils Lake  ND  58301
701-662-7027
email - ramsey@ndsuext.nodak.edu

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