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Political notebook: Minnesota budget clash continues to grow
By Don Davis Gov. Mark Daytons budget proposal continues to play out in interesting ways, usually with Republicans strongly opposed and Democrats more mildly in support. Rep. Matt Dean, R-Dellwood, ...
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State Farm puts N.D. 11th, Minnesota sixth in odds of hitting a deer
North Dakota ranks 11th nationally in the odds of motorists running into a deer, State Farm insurance company reported today. Thats unchanged from last year, State Farm said, and the odds of hitting ...
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Autumn in Minnesota...with Two French Women at a Winery
The colors and crisp weather make the upper Midwest a land many ought to envy. Something about the air in the autumn makes me feel more alive.In addition, harvest time is a recognition of a summer wel...
Posted on 10/5/12 at 8:31 AM
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Conversation with the sky
I know what it feels like again to stay up till 4 a.m. Friends and I joined the owls and coyotes at the Furtman Farm Star Party near Webster, Wis. for a third of an Earth rotation under the stars. T...
Posted on 9/15/12 at 3:33 PM
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Weekend Finds: Minnesota Maple Syrup and Hand-Rolled Butter
Who would have thought that a favorite find at a food and wine event would be maple syrup? Oh, and butter, too. One of my first vendor stops at the 17th Annual Food and Wine Experience at Target Fiel...
Posted on 3/6/11 at 1:22 AM
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Frederickson to replace Hugoson as ag commissioner

A U.S. Senate staff member and former National Farmers' Union president will be the next Minnesota agriculture commissioner.

By Don Davis , December 21, 2010

Growing Green: The roadblocks to healthy houseplants

Houseplants have always been a challenge for me. I can’t seem to remember to water them regularly and the dryness of our Minnesota winters really challenges the health of even the hardiest of my plants.

By By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , November 27, 2010

Prairie Biomass Harvest Field Day to be held near Starbuck

University of Minnesota, Rural Advantage, and University of Minnesota Extension will be hosting a field day October 26, 2010, near Starbuck, Minnesota, to discuss the potential benefits of harvesting grassland plants for bioenergy.

October 15, 2010

October climate trends reveal need to delay fall nitrogen application

October is an important month from an agricultural standpoint. Crop harvesting, crop drying, tillage and soil testing are among the many weather-sensitive activities Minnesota farmers hope to accomplish. Some Octobers are fondly remembered for providing nearly ideal conditions for these activities, while some are cursed for problematic weather.

By Mark Seeley, Ag News Wire , October 14, 2010

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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