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Check 21 Effective Oct. 28 (9/28/04) A new federal law will allow banks to handle more checks electronically, making check processing faster and more efficient. FULL STORY

Backgrounding Shortcourse Scheduled for Oct. 12 in Hettinger
(9/28/04) The NDSU Hettinger Research Extension Center will host a Backgrounding Cattle Management Shortcourse on Oct. 12, featuring several presentations by regional specialists. FULL STORY

Midwest Selenium Symposium to be held November 3 and 4 (9/28/04) Research leaders and experts from throughout the Midwest will gather in Grand Forks on Nov. 3 and 4 to discuss the developments of selenium used in food products. FULL STORY

 

NDSU Extension Service-led Task Force Receives March of Dimes Award (9/23/04) The March of Dimes has honored a NDSU Extension Service-led task force with a Best Practice Award for its program about the importance of folic acid in preventing birth defects. FULL STORY

Delayed Harvest of Small Grains and Quality Concerns (9/23/04) The small grain harvest has been delayed beyond the optimum this year due to the cool wet weather of August and September. FULL STORY

Fall Needle Drop in Conifers (9/23/04) When evergreen needles turn brown and die in the fall, it’s definitely unexpected, but not necessarily abnormal. FULL STORY

Publication Shows Trends in N.D. Farm Financial Performance (9/23/04) Over a 10 year period, 1994 to 2003, median acreage increased 32 percent and median gross revenue increased 53 percent in North Dakota. FULL STORY

NDSU Celebrates 31 years of Excellence in Agriculture and Bison Athletics (9/23/04) More than 1,800 agriculturists have been recognized and more than $66,000 in scholarship dollars have been awarded to NDSU student athletes with agricultural backgrounds during Harvest Bowl. FULL STORY

 

Statewide Financial Literacy Education Course Being Offered (9/20/04) A course to teach educators how to inform youth about money management will be offered by the NDSU Extension Service via videoconferencing and online course materials. FULL STORY

Practice School Bus Safety (9/16/04) The risks and hazards of a school bus accident can be reduced if students, parents and drivers take a few precautions. FULL STORY

Global Seminar Teachers Leadership Skills (9/16/04) Learn about the state of today’s global community and how to maximize potential in the business world and at home. FULL STORY

Recent Hail Damage Causing Toxins in Corn (9/16/04) Producers in areas of North Dakota that have suffered recent hail damage should inspect corn for mold. FULL STORY

Conference on Agricultural Competitiveness and Change Under Globalization (9/16/04) A conference to analyze changes in U.S. agriculture and agribusiness under globalization is set for Oct.11-12 at the Ramada Plaza Suites and Conference Center in Fargo. FULL STORY

Many Children in North Dakota Still Without Health Insurance (9/16/04) Estimates indicate that approximately 11,000 children throughout the state are currently not insured. FULL STORY

Caton Receives Ruminant Nutrition Award (9/16/04) The American Society of Animal Science has given Joel Caton its 2004 Ruminant Nutrition Research Award. FULL STORY

 

High Moisture Corn Works as Livestock Feed (9/13/04) High moisture corn can be harvested and stored for livestock feed, says NDSU beef cattle specialist. FULL STORY

NDSU Research Specialist Receives National Award (9/10/04) Denise Markle from the North Central Research Extension Center in Minot receives an award for her outstanding work. FULL STORY

Bert Moore Honored by Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity (9/10/04) NDSU professor nationally recognized for his contributions and developments in the agricultural industry. FULL STORY

Regulations to Properly Sample and Grade Your Crop (9/10/04) Be aware of the regulations to properly sample and grade your crop on a "per-conveyance" basis. FULL STORY


Columns

BeefTalk: Bellowing Calves Lose $2 to $3 in Value Daily (9/23/04) One of the most challenging times in a beef cattle operation is proper management of calves at weaning. FULL STORY

Prairie Fare: Drinking More Milk, Getting More Sleep Linked with Weight Management (9/23/04) Easy weight loss is the American dream these days. FULL STORY

Hortiscope (9/23/04) Ron Smith answers readers' questions about the world of plants and gardening. FULL STORY

Market Advisor: New Livestock Price Risk Protection Available Oct. 1 (9/23/04) LRP insurance provides protection from market price declines for feeder cattle, fed cattle and market hogs. FULL STORY


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