NDSU Extension - Renville County

10/09/2026

Check out this free online workshop to help your small business or organization with Social Media Marketing!

Posting on social media is easy. Posting with a plan and purpose can be a little harder. 📱💡

That is what our upcoming Build Your Social Media Marketing Strategy workshop series is designed to help you do.

Over five interactive online sessions, small businesses and nonprofit organizations will work through the process of:

✅ Auditing their current social media presence
✅ Clarifying their brand and online voice
✅ Building a two- to three-month content calendar
✅ Creating engaging, consistent content
✅ Using analytics to understand what is working

This is not five separate webinars. Each workshop builds on the one before it, giving you time between sessions to apply what you learn and continue developing a strategy that works for your organization.

📅 Nov. 2 | Dec. 7 | Jan. 11 | Feb. 1 | March 1
⏰ 10–11:30 a.m. Central
💻 Online via Zoom
💲 FREE

One registration includes the full five-part series.

Learn more and register: ndsu.ag/socialmedia

10/07/2026

What do you say when someone you know is struggling? How do you start the conversation?

We're offering a free training, Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory (COMET) to help community members recognize signs of struggle, listen with empathy and connect people with the appropriate support.

Register >>> ndsu.ag/COMET-26

10/02/2026

Check out all of the great online parenting and caregiving classes that you can take ONLINE in the month of October!

📣 New classes are coming up—and there’s something for everyone!

Life can be busy, challenging and rewarding all at once. Whether you’re raising children, caring for someone you love, gathering around the dinner table, or looking for ways to support mental health, a little knowledge and connection can go a long way.

Our upcoming classes offer practical information, helpful strategies and opportunities to learn, grown, and connect.

Take a look at our upcoming classes and find an opportunity that’s right for you.

https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/extension-topics/family/events?page=0

***deprevention

09/30/2026

Farmers and ranchers are often expected to keep pushing through even when things start to pile up. Long hours, financial pressures, weather....... weather..... uncertainty, setbacks..... it can all become overwhelming. Unfortunately North Dakota has seen the largest increase in su***de rate over a 20 year period (CDC data).

Resilience can get us through difficult seasons but it doesn't mean we have to handle everything on our own. Sometimes it's recognizing when you need help and support and knowing where to turn.

Reach out to someone you trust....a friend, family member, neighbor, pastor .....anyone you feel comfortable talking to.

IF you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7.

Numerous crisis and counseling resources. We partner with Together Therapy and Wellness and Eyes on the Horizon.

We have several resources available: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-hub/ag-topics/farm-safety-health/managing-stress

09/28/2026

Lead Local is coming to Minot!
🗓 Thursday, November 12
🕘 9 am - 4 pm CT
📍 North Central REC • 5400 Hwy 83 S | Minot, ND 58701

Cost: $75 per person ~ includes lunch, snacks, and materials

Registration is Required • limited to 24 participants
Deadline: Thursday, November 5
ndsu.ag/leadlocalminot

09/28/2026

Our next QPR Su***de Prevention Training is happening October 6.

If you're ready to help make a difference, we encourage you to learn more about our training. The 90-minute webinar will address concerns of high stress levels in agriculture-related jobs and the toll on mental and emotional well-being. https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/events/question-persuade-refer-qpr-su***de-prevention-webinar-14

09/22/2026

Check out Extension's resources for Small Farms!

Check out practical, research-based resources that help small farm owners, gardeners, and local food producers succeed, from livestock and horticulture to food preservation, value-added products, marketing and local food systems.

Discover small farms resources from NDSU Extension >>> https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/ndsu-extension-small-farms

09/18/2026

National Farm Safety and Health Week is happening next week, September 21 - 25. This year's theme highlights the importance of taking steps today to protect our health, safety and well-being for tomorrow.

Featured daily topics:
Monday - Equipment and Rural Roadway Safety
Tuesday - Health and Wellness
Wednesday - Generations of Farming
Thursday - Confined Spaces
Friday - Cancer Prevention

Want to participate? Learn more: https://www.necasag.org/nationalfarmsafetyandhealthweek/

09/17/2026

Talking about succession planning is one of the most important things you can do for the future success of your farm or ranch!

Are you kicking the can down the road? Or do you have a plan in place when the time comes to transfer and distribute assets? https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-hub/producers-should-develop-plan-estate-transfer