Northern Pulse Growers Association

09/04/2026

FRIDAY LISTEN 🎙️

Did you know approximately 80% of Montana’s pulse crops are grown in northeast Montana’s “Platinum Rectangle”?

If you missed it on Monday, take a few minutes to hear directly from the producers farming in the heart of Montana pulse country.

NPGA President McKade Mahlen joins new Montana Pulse Crop Committee member Tanner Jorgensen, along with area producers Sarah Degn and Cathy Hintz, for Northern Ag Network’s For the Farmers — Culbertson, MT.

🎧 Catch the conversation here:
https://omny.fm/shows/next-year-country/for-the-farmers-part-two-culbertson-mt

Grower voices. Local perspective. From the heart of Montana pulse country ❤️

09/02/2026

Agriculture never stands still, and neither do the organizations that support our industry.

Since it began, the Northern Pulse Growers Association has been guided by a producer-elected Board of Directors—growers who understand firsthand the opportunities and challenges facing pulse production across Montana and North Dakota.

As our industry evolves, so do research funding, market development, policy initiatives, and industry partnerships.

That's why we believe it's important to keep our growers informed about how producer checkoff dollars are invested and how those decisions impact regional research, marketing, and education.

Transparency, accountability, and representing the interests of Northern Tier pulse growers have always been—and will continue to be—at the heart of everything we do.

🌱 Grower-Elected. Grower-Led. Working for You.

08/31/2026

🎙️ From the heart of Montana’s “Platinum Rectangle.”

Northeast Montana isn’t just farm country — it’s the heart of Montana’s pulse-growing region, with approximately 80% of the state’s pulse crops grown in this area.

Following the For the Farmers Tour stop in Culbertson, Northern Ag Network sat down with area producers to talk about the realities of the 2026 growing season across the “Platinum Rectangle.”

NPGA President McKade Mahlen was joined by new Montana Pulse Crop Committee (MPCC) member Tanner Jorgensen, along with producers Sarah Degn and Cathy Hintz, to share what they’re seeing on their farms and across the region.

We appreciate the opportunity to keep pulse growers and their voices represented in conversations happening across Montana.

🎧 Listen to For the Farmers Part Two — Culbertson, MT:
https://omny.fm/shows/next-year-country/for-the-farmers-part-two-culbertson-mt

From a dust bowl drought that dotted the highline to crop saving timely rains and back to dried out fields, the producers near Culbertson have seen a lot of ups and downs for their crops this year. Following the third leg of the annual For the Farmers tour, we sat down with producers McKade Mahlen,....

08/31/2026

🌱 Cover Crop Field Days are coming up in North Dakota!

NDSU Extension is hosting two opportunities to learn more about w**d management, erosion control, planting logistics and cover crops, followed by field tours.

📍 Carrington — September 1
📍 Dickinson — September 4

Coffee and lunch are provided, and registration is available for both locations. A great opportunity to get into the field, hear from NDSU specialists and see soil-health practices firsthand.

👇 Check out registration details below!

Email from NDSU - Dickinson Research Extension Center Update from the NDSU - Dickinson Research Extension Center August 25, 2026   Cover Crop Field Day in Dickinson! Alexis Correira Conservation Agron

08/31/2026

🌱 Fall Pesticide Education Webinars from MSU Extension

Looking to sharpen your pest management knowledge — and pick up pesticide applicator credits along the way?

Montana State University Extension’s Pesticide Education Program is offering four FREE one-hour webinars this November and December, covering topics relevant to Montana agriculture:

➡️ Nov. 5: Precision W**d Management in Montana
➡️ Nov. 19: Management Options for Herbicide-Resistant Kochia
➡️ Dec. 3: Aquatic Plant Management in Montana
➡️ Dec. 10: Basics of Non-Soil Fumigation for Montana Private Applicators

All webinars are free and approved for pesticide license credits and Certified Crop Advisor credits.

Precision w**d management and herbicide resistance continue to be important issues for pulse producers, making these sessions a great opportunity to hear the latest information from MSU Extension specialists.

📌 Registration is required. Learn more about the webinar topics, available credits, and register here:
https://www.montana.edu/extension/pesticides/events/webinar.html

Thanks to MSU Extension for continuing to provide timely, practical education and resources for Montana producers!

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The Pesticide Education Webinar Series offers one-hour presentations on pesticide and pest management related topics for applicators across the state of Montana. Each webinar is worth one private applicator credit (commercial credits are listed below) and is free to attend. You can sign up for all ...

08/31/2026

Coming Up September 2: Pulse Potential Webinar!

Join the Northern Crops Institute for the next Pulse Potential Webinar, featuring Dr. Svetlana Yurgel, Research Agronomist with USDA Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS).

Dr. Yurgel brings nearly three decades of experience in plant biology, genetics and environmental sciences, with research focused on better understanding pulse crop and legume systems and addressing challenges facing agriculture.

Through funding awarded to NPGA, we’re proud to support educational opportunities like the Pulse Potential Webinar series—bringing valuable research and expertise directly to pulse growers and the industry.

📅 September 2
🎥 Pulse Potential Webinar
🔗 Register & learn more: https://ndsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/2617768082590/WN_x4pA7QH2R1eD9ZL0rALCSA #/registration

Thank you to Northern Crops Institute for continuing to provide valuable educational opportunities for our pulse industry!

08/30/2026

From the Pacific Northwest to the Northern Plains and across America’s farm country, agriculture may look a little different from place to place, but so much of what connects us is the same.

The long days. The uncertainty. The hope for rain — or sometimes for it to stop. The pride in a good crop. And the determination to keep going when the year doesn’t quite go as planned.

On this Sunday, just a reminder that wherever you farm and whatever this season has brought your way, you’re part of a much bigger agricultural community.

Here’s to the farmers and farm families across the country doing what they do every day. 🌾❤️ We see you. We hear you. And we appreciate all that you do. 🌾❤️

08/29/2026

🥣 Freezer meals + pulses = a win for busy families! 🌱

Back-to-school season is here, and anything that makes mealtime easier is worth sharing!

Check out this great collab with NDSU Extension featuring easy, freezer-friendly meals made with peas, lentils and chickpeas. Nutritious, delicious and ready to make those busy weeknights a little simpler.

Stock the freezer and put more pulses on the plate! 🙌

👇 Check out the recipes below!
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08/27/2026

Strong partnerships and grower connections are at the heart of what NPGA does. The Tour is a great opportunity to get out on the farm, spend time with our producers and hear firsthand about their operations—the challenges they’re navigating, the successes they’re seeing and what matters most to them.

Thank you to Labor Farms for welcoming us and helping bring the 2026 Tour to a great close! 🌾💛

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08/27/2026

For decades, NPGA has built partnerships that keep us connected to the growers we represent. The Tour gave us another great opportunity to get out on the farm, support our producers and hear firsthand about their operations, experiences and the issues that matter to them.

Thank you to the Palmer family for welcoming us to your farm and taking the time to share your story! 🌾💛

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