The Research Function of the Agricultural Experiment Station

The research function of the Agricultural Experiment Station is described in this article. Agricultural research at NDSU is conducted on the main station at Fargo, and on seven branch experiment stations located at Carrington, Casselton, Dickinson, Hettinger, Langdon, Minot and Williston. Administratively the research is coordinated from Fargo. The Agricultural Experiment Station is closely integrated with the College of Agriculture, and many staff members of the Agricultural Experiment Station also have assignments and responsibilities in the College of Agriculture. A description of these research locations, the structure of the organization, their budget and research objectives are covered.