North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

Candidates

Doug GoehringIncumbent

Republican
Moderately right · from who donates to them (DIME campaign-finance score, Stanford)

Vern Thompson

Democrat
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Quick answers

Who is running for North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner in 2026?
Doug Goehring (Republican) and Vern Thompson (Democrat).
Who is the incumbent?
Doug Goehring currently holds this office.
What does this office do?
Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.
Who should I vote for in the North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner race?
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When is the election?
The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.

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