FARM
Growing Green: Prepare for invasion of summer pests 
The warm, humid days of summer have finally arrived, and with them come a variety of insects that threaten our gardens.
By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , July 15, 2010
Acreage report deadline is July 15
Producers are reminded that the final date to submit a report of their planted acres to their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office is Thursday, July 15.
July 07, 2010
It's third time turkey farm has been hit by tornado
The third time was definitely not the charm for Terry and Janet Carlson of Parkers Prairie.
By Celeste Beam, staff reporter , June 24, 2010
Farmers reminded of DCP deadline: June 1
Linda Hennen, state executive director of USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Minnesota, reminds producers that enrollment for the 2010 Direct and Counter-cyclical Program (DCP) will end June 1, 2010.
May 27, 2010
Growing Green: Cultural tips to prevent scabby potatoes
Grocery stores have set up their seed potato displays, and many gardeners are getting ready to plant.
By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , April 11, 2010
Douglas County farmers may be eligible for emergency aid
Farmers in 16 Minnesota counties – and possibly those in Douglas County – will be eligible for emergency loans and other help after dealing with multiple weather problems.
By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , March 18, 2010
Try summer bulbs for a touch of tropics
I can’t imagine a garden without the lovely fragrance of acidanthera (peacock orchid). A type of gladiola, the acidanthera flower is a white bloom with a maroon blotchy center, and like the gladiola, is a summer bulb.
By By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , March 17, 2010
Growing Green: Ploughshare Farm and community supported agriculture
This week I’d like to suggest a local eating option, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA).
By By Robin Trott, Minnesota Extension Educator , August 04, 2009
Growing Green: Care and maintenance of your vegetable garden
If your garden is not properly maintained, your harvest might be disappointing. Here is a quick primer for novices and some timely reminders for those experienced gardeners out there.
By By Robin Trott, Minnesota Extension Educator , June 22, 2009
Perennial Plant of the Year: Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola'
This week I’d like to introduce you to a favorite perennial available to Minnesota gardeners.
By By Robin Trott, Minnesota Extension Educator , June 18, 2009
Farmers may seek low-interest disaster loans
Low-interest loans are available to farmers affected by floods and other severe weather in 28 Minnesota counties.
By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , May 29, 2009
Renew Farm Bureau membership online
The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) is pleased to announce the new addition of online membership renewals to their website - www.fbmn.org .
February 13, 2009
Minnesota State Fair to honor Century Farms
Minnesota families who have owned their farms for 100 years or more are encouraged to apply for the 2009 Century Farm Program.
February 12, 2009
BRIEFLY: No immediate Green Acres change
House Democrats beat back a Thursday attempt to immediately overturn controversial farm property tax law changes legislators made last year.
By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , January 23, 2009
Some say Green Acres not the best place to be
A 2008 law change threatens farmland across the state – from the Twin Cities suburbs to land bordering lakes and rivers – farmers Wednesday told a Minnesota House committee.
By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , January 22, 2009
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