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MARL maximizes impact of Minnesota’s agricultural and rural leaders
MARL has helped more than 380 rural Minnesotans. Leaders and alumni share how the program helps people grow leadership skills and connect with others.
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Small grain disease management clinic and plot tour - Benson
Small grain summer plot tours provide farmers and crop consultants with the tools to make small grain production successful and profitable.
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Small grain disease management clinic and plot tour - Rochester
Are you worried about a repeat of last year's season when Fusarium Head Blight caused problems across Minnesota and not even oats escaped this disease's wrath? Join us for a hands-on small grain ...
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June 4-H State Ambassador update
State Ambassadors highlight ways for youth to stay involved this summer, including the statewide service project, YELLO leadership conference, Engineering Design Challenge and fair season.
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Bloom boom
Bloom boom Colorful dahlias and delphiniums draw people in to buy the veggies, herbs and jams Berry Ridge Farms offers for sale at the Alexandria Farmers Market under the Big Ole statue every Saturday ...
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Lichens: treasure in your own backyard
Minnesota Master Naturalist Tanner Barnharst reveals lichens in Minnesota’s urban, rural and in-between spaces.
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Let’s talk about accessibility in 4-H
Training for all 4-H volunteers and new learning opportunities create more inclusive environments for youth with disabilities.
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Q and A with Eric Mousel
The University of Minnesota Extension beef systems management specialist thrives on listening to ranchers across Minnesota and supporting their work with helpful, timely education ...
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Northern forests of the future
Extension developed a list of native trees expected to thrive 50 -100 years from now; volunteers journal observations to offer clues for how species might fare north of current growing zones.
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A healthier Minnesota
University of Minnesota Extension health and wellness coordinators teach practical ways to “make the healthy choice the easy choice,” for low-income youth, families and seniors.
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4-H crop scouting webinar series
Want to dive deeper into the world of crop scouting without leaving your home? Join us for a series of webinars, held from 3 to 4 p.m. on July 8, 15 and 22. These sessions are designed to boost your ...
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Growing rhubarb in home gardens
Rhubarb (Rheum rhabarbarum) is a perennial vegetable hardy enough for Minnesota gardens. It is in the buckwheat family, has a sour flavor and is among the first crops ready for harvest in spring.