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Doug Goehring
Agriculture Commissioner
Doug Goehring has been North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner since 2009.
Commissioner Goehring is a third-generation farmer from Menoken and has been active in multiple farm organizations throughout his life.
Recent News
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Weis named 2026 Weed Control Partner
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
BISMARCK – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has named Terry Weis as the recipient of the 2026 Weed Control Partner Award. Weis has been the Dickey County weed officer since May 2012.
Meeting Notice: Commissioner’s Noxious Weed Forum
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
BISMARCK – North Dakota weed control officials will meet for the Agriculture Commissioner’s Noxious Weed Forum at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 6, at the Bismarck Hotel and Conference Center, 800 S. 3rd St., Bismarck, ND.
Meeting Notice: North Dakota Turkey Federation
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The North Dakota Turkey Federation will meet at 1 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 18, via conference call.
Coyote Catalog available
Monday, December 15, 2025
BISMARCK - The North Dakota Game and Fish Department and North Dakota Department of Agriculture are again opening the Coyote Catalog, a statewide effort designed to connect hunters and trappers with landowners dealing with coyotes in their areas.
Meeting Notice: Pride of Dakota Advisory Council
Friday, December 12, 2025
UPDATED Dec. 17, 2025
The Pride of Dakota Advisory Council will meet at 1 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, at the North Dakota Department of Agriculture’s 6th floor conference room at the State Capitol.
Upcoming Events
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Jan. 14, 2026 Produce Safety Rule Training
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 08:30 am - 05:00 pm
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has scheduled free training sessions for produce growers across the state and beyond.
Jan. 28, 2026 Produce Safety Rule Training
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 08:30 am - 05:00 pm
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has scheduled free training sessions for produce growers across the state and beyond.
Feb. 11, 2026 Produce Safety Rule Training
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 08:30 am - 05:00 pm
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has scheduled free training sessions for produce growers across the state and beyond.