SDRP Shallow-loss Formula Understates Harvest-Time Losses
As farmers begin to evaluate potential payments under the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) Stage 2, a common concern has emerged across farm country: in many cases, the program’s calculation of shallow-losses does not capture the change in revenue
USDA Advances Farm Security Action Plan
(Washington, D.C.) – As committed to under USDA’s National Farm Security Action Plan (PDF, 1.2 MB) U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced a number of coordinated actions to continue to emphasize American agricultural research and innovation by
ND Department Of Agriculture Hosting Producer Training Sessions
(Bismarck, ND) — The North Dakota Department of Agriculture is set to host a trio of producer training sessions. Produce growers across the state will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts as part of the
2026 Application Window For Property Tax Credit Opening January 1st
(Bismarck, ND) — Homeowners whose primary residence is in North Dakota can soon apply for a property tax credit. The Primary Residence Credit gives homeowners a chance to apply for up to 16-hundred-dollars against their property tax
Jamestown teacher arrested on corruption of a minor charge
JAMESTOWN, N.D. — Jamestown Police have arrested an elementary school teacher on a charge of corruption of a minor. Police say 45-year-old Michael Paul Romans, a teacher at Gussner Elementary School and a volunteer firefighter, is accused
Grand Forks Middle School Staff Member Facing Child Sex Crime Charges
(Grand Forks, ND) — A Grand Forks Public Schools middle school staff member is facing child sex crime charges. On Monday, the district said 31-year-old Malaun Alan Dilante Nelson is no longer working for Valley Middle School.
Oil Explosion Near Watford City Closes Down Highway 23
North Dakota Highway 23 has reopened after a tank battery explosion east of Watford City. State officials say the explosion happened December 29 at a Select Water Solutions site about 15 miles east of town. One tank
Underwood Under Do Not Use Water Advisory
(Underwood, ND) — The city of Underwood is under a do-not-use-water advisory after a main water break caused a lot of pressure. The city warns that tap water poses a potential health threat and shouldn’t be used
Secretary Rollins Announces New Priorities for Research and Development in 2026
(Washington, D.C.) –U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, signed a Secretary’s Memorandum (PDF, 135 KB) that puts forth a focused effort to establish new priorities for future research and development activities funded by the U.S. Department of
SD Businessman Sentenced On Federal Conviction
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Sentencing is being ordered for a Harrisburg businessman convicted of violating federal banking laws. Organic fertilizer business exec Richard Kamolvathin reportedly tried to skirt the triggering of financial examinations by making multiple account