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News from August 2025

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Goehring announces nearly $690K in funding through agriculture diversification program

By Peace Garden News | Aug 5, 2025

Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has announced that three projects will receive funding from the Agriculture Diversification and Development (ADD) Fund.

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VA Purchase Loans in North Dakota average $318,151 for Q1

By Peace Garden News | Aug 4, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for North Dakota in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $318,151, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Nd highway 200 closing east of I-29 Mayville exit for rail crossing maintenance

By Peace Garden News | Aug 4, 2025

North Dakota Highway 200 will be temporarily closed this week east of the Interstate 29 Mayville exit at mile marker 395.9 due to maintenance work on the BNSF railroad crossing, according to an announcement from the North Dakota Department of...

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North Dakota awards grants to support grape and wine industry research

By Peace Garden News | Aug 4, 2025

Grants totaling $80,000 have been distributed to support research, promotion, and marketing in North Dakota's grape, fruit, and wine sector.

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Early Canada goose season dates and rules announced by North Dakota Game and Fish

By Peace Garden News | Aug 4, 2025

North Dakota will open its early Canada goose hunting season on August 15 across all three zones, maintaining the same bag limits and licensing requirements as last year.

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North Dakota Mill reports record profits for fiscal year 2025

By Peace Garden News | Aug 3, 2025

The North Dakota Mill has announced a profit of over $26.6 million for fiscal year 2025, representing a 28% increase from last year's record of more than $20.7 million.

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North Dakota Industrial Commission approves $2.6 million for grid resilience projects

By Peace Garden News | Aug 3, 2025

The North Dakota Industrial Commission has approved $2.6 million in matching grants to support electric grid resilience projects.

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North Dakota Industrial Commission awards $700,000 to renewable energy projects

By Peace Garden News | Aug 3, 2025

The North Dakota Industrial Commission has approved $700,000 in matching grants for renewable energy projects.

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North Dakota Industrial Commission opens applications for new oil recovery grant program

By Peace Garden News | Aug 3, 2025

The North Dakota Industrial Commission (NDIC) has opened the application period for its new enhanced oil recovery (EOR) grant program, managed through the Oil and Gas Research Program.

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North Dakota Game and Fish stresses vigilance after zebra mussel interceptions

By Peace Garden News | Aug 3, 2025

North Dakota continues to report low numbers of aquatic nuisance species (ANS), but officials stress the importance of ongoing education and compliance with regulations among those using state waters for recreation.

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Senate approves military construction funding benefitting North Dakota bases and veterans

By C. D. Unger | Aug 2, 2025

The U.S. Senate has approved funding measures aimed at supporting North Dakota’s military infrastructure and veteran services, according to Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in North Dakota declines from Q4 FY2024 to Q1 FY2025

By Peace Garden News | Aug 1, 2025

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in North Dakota during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $299,483, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Senate passes bipartisan bills on defense, agriculture, veteran services

By N. G. Travis | Aug 1, 2025

The U.S. Senate has passed three bipartisan appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026, providing funding for military construction, veterans’ affairs, agriculture, rural development, food and drug oversight, technology infrastructure, physical and...

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Senators urge OMB to release delayed $324 million for community development finance

By N. G. Travis | Aug 1, 2025

Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) play a role in promoting economic growth and financial inclusion in underserved communities throughout North Dakota and the nation.

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Hoeven announces Senate approval of FY2026 agriculture appropriations bill

By J. R. Owens | Aug 1, 2025

Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee, has announced that the Senate has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 agriculture funding bill.

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Lawmakers reintroduce act supporting national rural export center headquartered in Fargo

By J. R. Owens | Aug 1, 2025

Senators John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) have reintroduced the Promoting Rural Exports Act.

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Hoeven comments on USDA’s $50 million dry bean purchase for nutrition programs

By C. D. Unger | Aug 1, 2025

Senator John Hoeven, who leads the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and serves as a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, responded to an announcement from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins regarding new food...

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Swan hunt license applications open for 2025 in North Dakota

By Peace Garden News | Aug 1, 2025

Hunters interested in obtaining a swan license for 2025 can now apply online via the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s website at gf.nd.gov. Both residents and nonresidents are eligible to participate in the application process.