NDSU Williston Research Extension Center

NDSU Williston Research Extension Center The Williston Research Extension Center is an 800-acre dryland farm located in northwestern North Dakota near the city of Williston.

The Williston Research Extension Center conducts research to increase agricultural productivity in the semi-arid region for northwestern North Dakota while achieving a necessary balance between profitability and conservation of natural resources. The center was established in 1907 but relocated to the present site in 1954. In 2001, a 160-acre irrigation site was added and is located in Nesson Valley, 25 miles east of Williston.

We will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Thank you to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, an...
05/22/2026

We will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Thank you to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, and to all who serve.

Save the Date!! Dryland Field Day is July 10th and Nesson Valley Irrigated Tour is August 5th. More info to come! Ple...
05/08/2026

Save the Date!! Dryland Field Day is July 10th and Nesson Valley Irrigated Tour is August 5th. More info to come! Please note - both are MORNING tours this year!

Dancing in the moonlight? Not quite, but we were planting in the moonlight!!! Gautam and Kuldip finished planting the ...
05/01/2026

Dancing in the moonlight? Not quite, but we were planting in the moonlight!!! Gautam and Kuldip finished planting the lentil inoculation and nitrogen management trial last night around 9:30pm - under a smiling moon!

Congratulations to Jim Staricka, our Soil Scientist, on 30 years of service to the WREC!! It was actually 31 years in J...
04/15/2026

Congratulations to Jim Staricka, our Soil Scientist, on 30 years of service to the WREC!! It was actually 31 years in January, the certificate took a little bit to make its way here. Congrats Jim!🎉🎉

Looking for a spring/summer job?! We have temporary summer positions available. If you love working in Agronomy, Plant...
03/13/2026

Looking for a spring/summer job?! We have temporary summer positions available. If you love working in Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Horticulture or just like Ag and want to stay busy, we may have a position for you. Please visit the link below for more information or to apply.

https://www.ndsu.edu/employment/joblist - select Williston location.

It's that time of year; secure your seed. We are sold out of 3 varieties; call Kyle today!
03/10/2026

It's that time of year; secure your seed. We are sold out of 3 varieties; call Kyle today!

2026 Spring Tree and Garden WorkshopWhen: March 28 8:30am-4:30pmWhere: Williston Research Extension Center14120 Highway ...
03/09/2026

2026 Spring Tree and Garden Workshop
When: March 28 8:30am-4:30pm
Where: Williston Research Extension Center
14120 Highway 2 West, Williston, ND
Who: Homeowners, Gardeners, and Professionals
Cost: $10 and Open to the public
Register: https://sugeni.us/e9yI

Contact Kelly Leo at 701-577-4595 or [email protected] for more information or questions.

Need to order seed? Contact Kyle to order for this year. See below for availability. Call with any questions.
02/20/2026

Need to order seed? Contact Kyle to order for this year. See below for availability. Call with any questions.

The Soil Conservation District is hosting this workshop opportunity. Please register by February 25!
02/18/2026

The Soil Conservation District is hosting this workshop opportunity. Please register by February 25!

Make sure to registered by February 25th!

Address

14120 Highway 2
Williston, ND
58801

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17017744315

Website

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