NDSU Extension - Pembina County

08/21/2026

Learn how to make your own or if no time check out a local Farmers Market for homemade goods. Cavalier Farmers Market open today from 3-6.

School is back in session! Today's lesson looks at how to make apple/crabapple jelly.

To extract juice from apples, wash them but do not pare or core (to preserve pectin), then cut in small pieces.

Firm fruit like apples usually requires some cooking and a small amount of water (about one cup water per pound apples). After adding water, bring to a boil and stir constantly. Apples should be cooked for about 20 minutes.

Learn more about making apple jelly from NDSU Extension >>> https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/publications/garden-or-orchard-table-jams-and-jellies-north-dakota-fruits #:~:text=of%20higher%20yields.-,Apple%20or%20Crabapple%20Jelly,-4%20cups%20crabapple

08/19/2026

Schools across Pembina County are getting ready to open their doors to students. Are you stocked up on after-school snacks? Making foods together as a family is a great way to build skills, create memories and encourage kids to try new foods. These homemade fruit leather recipes are a fun, simple snack to make together—and a tasty way to enjoy the last of summer’s fruit!

Fruit leathers are nutritious, high-energy snacks for children and adults. Fruit leathers are portable, making them convenient additions to school lunchboxes or backpacks.

The following fruits were rated as “excellent” or “good” by the University of Georgia for preparing fruit leather: apples, apricots, berries, cherries, nectarines, peaches, pears, pineapple, plums and strawberries.

Learn how to make your own fruit leather snacks >>> https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/publications/food-preservation-making-fruit-leathers

08/13/2026

Health services touch every part of our communities. Please take the time to answer the COMMUNITY HEALTH SURVEY to help meet current needs.

📣 Pembina County — We Want to Hear From You! 💙
What are the biggest health concerns in our community? Your voice can help us better understand the needs of Pembina County and plan for a healthier future.

Please take a few minutes to complete the Community Health Needs Survey and share your thoughts. Every response matters!

📱 Scan the QR code on the poster to take the survey
Online at: http://tinyurl.com/CavalierCHNA26
Hard copies are available with return envelopes at front desks as well
📅 Please complete the survey by August 28, 2026.

Help us build a healthier community together! Your voice matters. 🗣️💙

08/12/2026

Vote for your favorites-so many good choices!

Thank you for participating in the Rendezvous Region Tourism Council's Best of the Rendezvous Region competition! All categories have an other option where you can write in a different option. These lists are by no means complete and if you think anyone has been missed, please write them in or email...

08/07/2026

Your reports matter. While Pembina County is not currently classified as being in drought, conditions can change quickly. If dry conditions begin affecting your crops, pastures, water supplies, or other agricultural operations, please consider submitting a local drought impact report.

Local observations and photos help paint an accurate picture of conditions across North Dakota and can influence updates to the U.S. Drought Monitor, which helps trigger state and federal drought assistance programs.

07/15/2026

🌾 Join Us for the Pembina County Crop Improvement Association's Annual Plot Tour! 🌾

Interested in the latest crop research, variety performance, and pest updates? Make plans to attend this year's PCCIA Plot Tour!

📅 Wednesday, July 29, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Schluchter Farm
14354 98th St. NE, Cavalier, ND 58220

Hear from NDSU Extension specialists on:
🌾 Small grain variety performance
🐞 Wheat pests, Hessian fly, and canola flea beetle updates
🌱 Current crop progress and agronomy research

🍽️ Free pulled pork sandwich lunch will be served following the presentations.

Whether you're a producer, agribusiness professional, or simply interested in learning more about local crop research, everyone is welcome!

📞 Questions? Call the Pembina County Extension Office at 701-265-8411.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🌾🚜

07/10/2026

🐄🐖🐑 Support Our Pembina County 4-H Members! 🍀

Join us this Saturday, July 11, at 11:00 AM for the Pembina County 4-H Premium Sale!

Come support our hardworking 4-H members and the time, dedication, and effort they have put into their livestock projects throughout the year.

📣 All bidders must register at the Livestock Arena before bidding begins at 11 AM.

We hope to see you there supporting our 4-H youth! 🍀🐄🐖🐑

07/10/2026

☀️ STATE FAIR EXHIBIT PACKING TIME CHANGE ☀️

Due to the heat index forecasted for Sunday, July 12, we will be moving up State Fair exhibit packing to 9:30 AM.

📦 Packing Exhibits: 9:30 AM
⏰ Exhibit Pick-Up: 12:00 PM (no change)

Thank you for your flexibility, and please help us spread the word!

Send a message to learn more

07/07/2026

Pembina County Extension office is closed July 7th-10th as we will be out at the Pembina County Fair.

07/07/2026

Pembina County Jr Leaders members encourage community members to “Grow a Little Extra” this summer & consider donating fresh produce to the Pembina County Emergency Food Pantry this summer. Together we can Nourishing our Community!