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How Regenerative Farming Restores Soil And Boosts Land Value

Kevin Pifer America's Land Auctioneer - Pifer's Auction, Realty and Land Management

Ever wonder why a field that looks “messy” in the fall can be the most valuable ground on the farm? We sit down with Paul, a third‑generation North Dakota producer, to unpack how no‑till, cover crops, and salinity management rebuilt soil structure, improved infiltration, and quietly raised the long‑term value of his land. His story starts with crop diversity after the Freedom to Farm Act and moves through the hard early years of saturated topsoil, compaction layers, and skeptical neighbors before the biology caught up.

Paul explains his simple definition of regenerative agriculture—regenerating the soil—and shows what that looks like on the ground: residue armor, living roots as long as the lawn is green, and tools like arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi working below the surface. He details how satellite‑based zone maps revealed hidden salinity halos, why he keeps steel out of those areas, and how buffers seeded to tolerant grasses and alfalfa, supported by CSP, both protected soil and paid their way through haying. Along the way, wildlife returned; tall stubble sheltered sharp‑tailed grouse and boosted habitat across wetlands and pasture edges.

We also dig into cover crop strategy for short seasons: load the drill by August, prioritize roots over showy biomass, and keep mixes simple and cheap with oats, peas, and radish. For those curious about interseeding, Paul shares timing windows around wheat’s growth stages and lessons learned from dry and wet years. Finally, we translate soil health into dollars. Drawing on his graduate research, Paul quantifies the annual nutrient value tied to each percent of soil organic matter and how that knowledge shifts what farmers are willing to pay in rent or purchases. Add in NRCS programs like EQIP and CSP to de‑risk adoption, and regenerative practices start to look less like a gamble and more like a long‑term investment.

If this conversation sparks ideas for your fields, tap follow, share it with a neighbor who’s “cover‑curious,” and leave a review with your biggest soil challenge—we’ll bring back Paul for a Q&A.

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Rocky’s Downtown Hour Episode 030: Inside Fargo’s Christkindlmarkt Magic

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Live from the Fargo Civic Center, guest host Emma McIntyre of Folkways takes over Rocky’s Downtown Radio Hour for a special holiday edition! 🎙️

Emma chats with Joe Burgum, founder of Folkways (aka Professor Pineberry the Elf), about the mission to combat loneliness through connection — and how Fargo’s Christkindlmarkt has become a beloved winter tradition blending European charm with Midwest heart.

Then, the LiveWire production team (Mark & Zane) pulls back the curtain on the magic behind the market — from dazzling lights to the cozy beer hall transformation that turns the Civic Center into a holiday wonderland.

Finally, Jordan Maahs from The Plant Supply and Tiny Things shares what it takes to be a vendor at this bustling market — from creative displays to family moments that make the season bright.

 

National Rural Health Day

WAG: Weather and Ag In Focus on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

Today's guest is U of Mn Extension Educator Krekelberg! ☁️Watch Weather & Ag in focus LIVE! 🌾 💬Leave a comment, 📞 701-293-9000, or 🌐 weather@flagfamily.com or AG@flagfamily.com Join WDAY Ag Director Bridgette Readel & Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki as they break down Weather and Agriculture topics.

 

Professional Launch Episode 030: Jacob Anderson

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In this episode Ricot Aladin sits down with Jacob Anderson — entrepreneur, real estate investor, and multi-business owner — for an honest, down-to-earth conversation about what it really takes to build a sustainable career and financial future.

From his early lessons in saving and investing to founding multiple companies in Fargo, Jacob shares how long-term thinking, strong relationships, and a willingness to take the first step shaped his journey from wealth management to entrepreneurship. Together, Ricot and Jacob unpack the myths of overnight success, the realities of running a business, and why mentorship and community connections are key to lasting growth.