Groundwater analysis finds aquifers strong in Park Rapids, Pineland Sands

In June 2023, R.D. Offutt Farms hired Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC., to conduct an independent study to review groundwater levels and changes over time within a 10-mile radius in the Pineland Sands region.

September 1, 2023 | Posted in: Land Sustainability & Stewardship

Irrigation technology helps R.D. Offutt Farms make informed decisions | (DL-Online)

RDO farmers use the latest in technology coupled with long-earned experience to make sure only the exact amount of water the crops need is used, and nothing more.

August 9, 2023 | Posted in: News

Park Rapids Team and Partners raise $6,500 for Local 4H Chapter

For the 8th year, our Fries for 4H fundraiser was a success at the Hubbard County Fair.

July 17, 2023 | Posted in: Community Impact

Merkens named as new coordinator for R.D. Offutt Farms agronomy internship program

Following graduation from South Dakota State University this spring, Annika Merkens was hired as RDO’s newest agronomist and has been tapped to lead the agronomy internship program.

June 27, 2023 | Posted in: News

R.D. Offutt Farms hires a new agronomist and three agronomy interns for the 2023 growing season

Annika Merkens joined the RDO Park Rapids Farm as an agronomist along with three students who joined R.D.Offutt Farms as agronomy interns through a unique partnership with Syngenta, geared at providing a hands-on learning experience with real farm projects.

June 13, 2023 | Posted in: News