The Northern Crops Council, the governing board of the Northern Crops Institute on the NDSU campus, is accepting nominations for membership. There is one open position for a producer/representative from commodity groups, and two open positions for industry representatives. The council’s goal is to have broad representation for crops produced in the four-state region served by the institute.

Council members represent commodity organizations, state government and private industry. The group sets policy and is responsible for working with staff on long-range planning.

The commodity position can be filled by a producer representing a commodity group from South Dakota, Minnesota, North Dakota or Montana that does not have permanent council representation.

For all three memberships, terms begin with the annual reorganization meeting in June, and are for a three-year period with eligibility for a second, three-year term. The council meets three times annually – in the summer, fall and early spring.

Nominations are to be sent in writing to the Northern Crops Institute by May 15. A brief letter of nomination regarding the person’s interest, commitment and background is appropriate.

Send nominations to:

Northern Crops Institute

NDSU

Dept. 7400, PO Box 6050

Fargo, North Dakota 58108-6050

Permanent members of the council will vote to fill positions from the nominees.