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U of M Extension Master Gardeners 2025 seed trial winners

Parsley seed trials for 2025. Plain Leaf parsley topped its category. Photo credit: Katherine Bjorndahl. Minnesota gardeners proved once again that they’re both adventurous and resilient during the ...
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Strategic Farming program

Crop producers and agricultural professionals face many challenges, including pests and pest resistance, agronomic issues, and questions about soil fertility. The Strategic Farming program addresses ...
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Minnesota Irrigator Program

The Minnesota Irrigator Program (MIP) helps irrigators and irrigation professionals match irrigation to crop water use, improve water-use efficiency, and reduce water costs. MIP is one of the ...
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Women in Ag Network

The Women in Ag Network is a collaboration between the University of Minnesota Extension and Minnesota’s Farm Service Agency. It provides educational opportunities and events that enhance women’s ...
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Proper late winter and spring grain storage is critical

As outdoor temperatures warm during late winter, spring, and early summer, the potential for grain storage problems increases, along with the need for grain monitoring and management.
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Spring into houseplant care

After months of low light, dry air, and slow growth, this is the right time to give houseplants a little extra attention so they can thrive through spring and summer. Think of it as spring cleaning ...
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Native plant communities help you better understand your woods

Knowing your native plant community helps you understand how your woodland functions and what management approaches are most likely to succeed.
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Extension at the University of Minnesota

With over 1 million participants each year, Extension is helping Minnesotans build a better future by bringing practical education to every county across the state.
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Carving new paths on historic Black-owned family farm

Frog Tree Farm, one of Minnesota’s oldest continuously operated Black-owned family farms, is partnering with RSDP to create a heritage trail that celebrates Black rural history, art, and culture.
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Deep freeze could kill emerald ash borer larvae

EAB larva making a gallery in ash tree. Photo: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources - Forestry, Bugwood.org. Are you and your family stuck inside because of the tremendous ...
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Extension courses and events

Featured events Sunday, February 1, 2026 - Thursday, April 30, 2026 Beginning livestock production Self-guided, online course Event subject (s): Animals and livestock Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - ...
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Crop production

Take control of crop success with unbiased crop research, publications and news from University of Minnesota Extension. Learn how to solve problems with cover crops at the Minnesota Cover Crop Academy ...