Farm & Field – 5/28/2025
Sponsored By: David Arends (Perley Producer) Andrew Johnstad (Beltrami Producer) Gary Schlick (Mahnomen Producer) Bruce Winter (Purina Feed) Mike Nelson (CHS West Central) Dan Vogle Old Sayins
Ulen Brothers looking to grow insulation business in year two
A pair of brothers from Ulen Minnesota are celebrating their first full year in the insulation business, and are looking to continue growing in year two. Dalton Green, Owner of Frost Insulation tells us why he and his brother wanted to get into the business, and what it was like starting a business from the…
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Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 holding annual Heroes on Wheels fundraiser
Twisted Sisters at Pub 21 in Ada invite you to town on June 14 for their annual Heroes on Wheels fundraiser, for the Honor Flight of ND/MN. Lori Pladson of Twisted Sisters tells us what they have planned for the day. Pladson says they will also be giving away many door prizes to people who…
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Cattle Producers gearing up for breeding season
Calving season has wrapped up for most beef producers across the Red River Valley, which means that producers will be getting prepared for the upcoming breeding season. Bruce Winter of Purina Feed reminds producers to get their bulls tested before releasing them out to pasture. Winter also spoke about the explosion of the cattle market,…
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Ada Public Library offering free summer reading series
The Ada Public Library is inviting area students to participate in their free summer reading series. Ada Librarian Asha Osborn tells us more about the program, and how you can participate. If you’re one who likes to spend time outdoors in the summer, Osborn reminds you that they have State Park Passes that can get…
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Hawley Breakfast on the Farm is tomorrow
The Annual Hawley Breakfast on the Farm is set to take place Saturday at Kasin Farms, and the Hawley Area Lions Club has tons of fun activities planned for people of all ages. Keith Aakre of the Hawley Area Lions highlights some of the activities they have planned. Again that’s Saturday, May 31 from 7:00…
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Dekko Center in need of lifeguards
Summer break is here, and that means that it’s almost time for summer swimming lessons at the Dekko Center in Ada. Dekko Manager Brianna Eggen says some spots are still available for lessons, but she says you will need to act fast before they fill. The Dekko center has a number of other pool activities…
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Area Crop Update
Planting is mostly complete across the Red River Valley, and now area producers are waiting to see how their crop develops. Mike Nelson of CHS West Central in Ada gives an update on the area crop, and how it’s developing after the chaotic May weather. Nelson says now’s the time when weeds will start to…
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VA Making changes to non VA Care services
The US Department of Veterans Affairs is making changes to their non VA care program, and the move is expected to help many area veterans receive quicker access to health care. Norman County Veterans Service Officer John Rosenberger tells us more. Rosenberger says this change will be a huge benefit to veterans living in rural…
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Ada Police Chief discusses Fentanyl
Fentanyl has been a growing issue across the United States, with over a quarter million Americans dying from it dating back to 2018. However, many people don’t know where it comes from, and just how prominent it is in their local communities. During a recent training Ada Police Chief Steve Hager learned more about the…
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