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What nature says about spring's progress in Minnesota

With the first day of spring behind us, Minnesota gardeners are feeling a little antsy, and who can blame us? Even if ...
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April 4-H State Ambassador update

Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador Sydney O. encourages youth to take a chance on themselves and try something new in 4-H. She ...
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Rural entrepreneurs lead the way — but say support still falls short

Across Minnesota and Wisconsin, entrepreneurship is alive and well — and, in many cases, thriving more in rural communities ...
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Master Gardener Lewis Struthers receives prestigious award

If you’ve spent any time around the Douglas County Master Gardener Program over the past two decades, chances are you’ve crossed paths with Lewis Struthers.
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Minnesota 4-H Engineering Design Challenge Kickoff

Minnesota 4-H Engineering Design Challenge Kickoff Step right up for the 2026 Minnesota 4-H Engineering Design Challenge (E ...
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Minnesota women share their unique pathways to farming

In honor of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations 2026 International Year of the Woman Farmer, ...
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Emergency planning for agritourism operations

Welcoming visitors onto a farm creates meaningful connections — but it also comes with added responsibility for safety and preparedness.
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4-H volunteer information session

Join us to learn about how 4-H utilizes volunteers to create meaningful impacts for young people across Minnesota.In this session, you will learnHow 4-H volunteers create community impactThe variety o ...
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Weed identification

Find photos and identifying characteristics that’ll help you identify common Minnesota weeds.
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Soybean pest management

The UMN Extension crops team wants to help you with disease diagnosis. Visit Digital Crop Doc, tell us more about your field situation and submit photos. One of our team members will contact you with ...
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Corn planting

When growers follow research-based strategies for planting corn in Minnesota, they position themselves to maximize yield and economic return. The most favorable soil temperature. Optimal planting ...
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Flea beetles

Flea beetles are common pests found on many vegetable crops including radishes, broccoli, cabbage, turnips, eggplant, peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, spinach and melons. Flea beetles chew irregular holes ...