NDSU Extension - McIntosh County

09/16/2026

Mark you calendars for Central Dakota Ag Day 2026

09/15/2026

This fall, North Dakota State University and the College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources (CAFSNR) are hosting different opportunities for students to visit NDSU. These events are intended for current high school juniors and seniors exploring their college and degree options. Both visit options, CAFSNR Saturday Visit and Discover, are half-day experiences that help students and their families tour campus, explore majors, meet professors, and connect with current undergraduates.

09/14/2026

Registration closes this Wednesday! So here’s your chance to sign up!

Last chance to register! Whether you're caring for a parent, spouse, friend, child, or loved one, this free, six-week class will empower you to prioritize your own well-being while providing the best care possible.
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Mondays, September 28 - November 2, 1:30 - 3:00 pm CDT
Online, via Zoom
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Learn more: ndsu.ag/powerfultools
Register: ndc3.org/class/5617-2/

09/01/2026

🍽️ **What if the family dinner table is about more than just dinner?**

Spilled milk. Picky eaters. Busy schedules. Someone inevitably getting up three times. 😅

Family meals don’t have to be perfect to matter.

Join **Dr. Sean Brotherson** on **September 29 at noon** as we explore the **science behind eating together** and how family meals can support our overall well-being and strengthen family connections.

Because sometimes the best memories happen in the middle of the mess. ❤️

📅 September 29 | Noon
💻 Online webinar | FREE
👉 Register at **ndsu.ag/parenteducation**

08/31/2026

FYI: The Logan County USDA Service Center has a new phone number. The FSA, NRCS and SCD number is now 701-659-5780.

08/27/2026

State Water Commission approves additional $2M for livestock water supply program to meet strong demand after the drought relief program receives over 220 applications in first week. The program has been expanded to all counties in North Dakota.
LOGAN & MCINTOSH COUNTY NOW INCLUDED!!
https://www.swc.nd.gov/project_development/drought_disaster_livestock.html

08/10/2026

Food preservation is a science! If done incorrectly, food preservation methods may cause severe illness.

Botulism is one of the most serious foodborne illnesses. Eating food containing botulinum toxin can cause difficulty breathing, muscle paralysis and, in severe cases, death.

Learn how to preserve food safely >>> https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/columns/prairie-fare/prairie-fare-when-preserving-food-be-a-scientist

08/10/2026

Drought + harvest = increased risk for fires 🔥

Before heading to the field, take time to inspect your combine, clean away dust and chaff, and check electrical and hydraulic systems for potential problems.

Most importantly, put safety first. If conditions become too hot, dry or windy, consider stopping until things improve. Equipment and crops can be replaced........ you cannot.

Read more https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2026/august/reduce-risk-of-combine-fires-with-regular-preventative-maintenance

08/10/2026

Our online Parent Café events offer a chance to connect, reflect, and listen to other parents and caregivers. Participants in Parent Cafés report feeling inspired, supported, and energized by the experience. As an added benefit, Cafés are eligible for parent education credit hours. Certificates are sent to participants after each event.

Please join us for our August Parent Café on Wednesday, August 26th, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. CST. Learn strategies for a smooth back-to-school transition and discuss. Register at https://forms.gle/FPHjDS5WBarCXcoF6 or by scanning the QR code. We hope to see you at our August Café!

08/07/2026

Come on out and support the youth from our communities!

We’re a month away from the Imperial Arena Youth Rodeo. No matter if you have experience or not, all are welcome to attend. Don’t have a horse? Check out the beginner age division. Kids 5 and under can participate on foot.