Tornado events set new state record, soybean harvest upcoming

Sue Roesler
Sep 30, 2025
Sep 30, 2025

Storm damage — Either a tornado or hail leveled a path in a sunflower field Sept. 14, 2025, in Emmons County, North Dakota.
North Dakota State University

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Canola harvest is underway, although drizzling rain in the north central and southeastern parts of the state have kept farmers out of the fields for a few days. In addition, soybeans are turning color, and many areas will begin bean harvest soon.

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