LaMoure County Soil Conservation District

06/12/2026

Have you heard about aronia (aka black chokeberry)? They're gaining popularity as one of the easiest fruits to grow in North Dakota.

✨ Low maintenance
☀️ Hardiness - they can handle ND's droughts and freezing temps
🐝 Good for pollinators
🍇 Popular in juices, jams, wine, and supplements

If you've been looking for a low-maintenance fruit that THRIVES in ND, this might be it!

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Wild Prairie Rose, the North Dakota State flower is in bloom! This plant can be found across the state in prairie and edge habitats. This large bush is about 4' tall but can be as short at 12". The gorgeous blooms range in color from this deep fushia to a light, delicate pink.
The rose hips are a good source of vitamin C and make a tea. Many birds and mammals will feed on the rose hips in the fall and early winter.
As with all roses, this one has thorns, so enjoy it where it grows

06/10/2026

Specialty Crop Producers: Starting today, you can request your Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers program application from your local FSA office. Producers who have a Login.gov account can access their application and apply online by visiting fsa.usda.gov/ascf.

06/10/2026

We're seeing tent caterpillar activity across the region, with some trees already showing noticeable defoliation. Eastern tent caterpillars build silky tents in branch crotches and commonly feed on chokecherry, apple, crabapple and cherry trees. Forest tent caterpillars, another common defoliator, don't build tents but can feed on many deciduous trees and shrubs.

Before you panic, remember that healthy, established trees can usually tolerate a season of feeding and recover. However, young, newly planted or stressed trees may be more vulnerable.

What can you do?
- Remove tents by hand when caterpillars are inside during cool weather or in the evening.
-Consider Bt products when caterpillars are small and actively feeding.
- Burning the tent and caterpillars is not recommended....it can do more damage to the tree.

The sooner you act, the better, tent caterpillars will continue feeding through June.

Read more about this in issue #7 of the NDSU Extension Crop and Pest Report - Forestry section https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-hub/ag-topics/crop-production/crop-pest-report

05/28/2026

Last day for our Tree Sale today 2-5pm! Come visit us at the tree shed. We also have a couple rain barrels ready to go!

05/28/2026

🌲 LAST DAY ! 🌳

Tree Sale today from 2 - 5 PM at the tree shed

🌳 End of Season TREE SALE after Memorial Day! 🌲

Tuesday, May 26 from 10:00 - 12:30 & 2:00 - 5:00
Wednesday, May 27 from 9:00 - 12:00
Thursday, May 28 from 2:00 - 5:00

Come to our Tree Shed on the far east side of town, at 10259 Highway 13, LaMoure, ND 58458

Call or Text Rachel at 830 Zero Six Three Three to reserve your trees ahead of time

See the comments for the most updated list of available trees!

05/27/2026

Tree Sale until NOON today! Otherwise, we will see you tomorrow between 2 to 5 pm 😊

🌳 End of Season TREE SALE after Memorial Day! 🌲

Tuesday, May 26 from 10:00 - 12:30 & 2:00 - 5:00
Wednesday, May 27 from 9:00 - 12:00
Thursday, May 28 from 2:00 - 5:00

Come to our Tree Shed on the far east side of town, at 10259 Highway 13, LaMoure, ND 58458

Call or Text Rachel at 830 Zero Six Three Three to reserve your trees ahead of time

See the comments for the most updated list of available trees!

05/26/2026

It’s TREE SALE day!!

🌳 End of Season TREE SALE after Memorial Day! 🌲

Tuesday, May 26 from 10:00 - 12:30 & 2:00 - 5:00
Wednesday, May 27 from 9:00 - 12:00
Thursday, May 28 from 2:00 - 5:00

Come to our Tree Shed on the far east side of town, at 10259 Highway 13, LaMoure, ND 58458

Call or Text Rachel at 830 Zero Six Three Three to reserve your trees ahead of time

See the comments for the most updated list of available trees!