April 28, 2026

Volatile markets drive North Dakota oil prices as ‘Bakken Express’ nears launch

M.K. French
Farmer Staff Writer

The North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources released its monthly Director’s Cut report on Tuesday, April 21, detailing a month of steady production met with intense market volatility. 


McKenzie County Statistics
According to the most recent report, McKenzie county remains a cornerstone of the state’s energy sector. McKenzie county accounted for approximately 32 percent of North Dakota’s total oil production for the month, reinforcing its status as the leading county in terms of oil and gas production in the state.

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