Getting rid of common buckthorn
Buckthorn, a small, shrubby tree, is a nonnative species that has become a big problem in Minnesota’s woodlands and wetlands.
Deadline to apply for livestock investment grants is November 30
Minnesota livestock producers have until November 30 to apply for a Livestock Investment Grant through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).
RELATED CONTENTFarm Service Agency county committee elections under way
Linda Hennen, executive director of the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency in Minnesota, announced that the 2009 FSA county committee election ballots have been mailed to eligible voters.
RELATED CONTENTPreparing your trees for winter
Winter kill of shrubs and trees was a huge problem last year. Sun scald, root injury, snow and ice damage and animal damage are a few of the threats your trees and shrubs face each year.
RELATED CONTENTLocal 4-H'ers compete in state horse, dog shows
The 4-H State Horse Show was held at the State Fairgrounds Coliseum September 18-21.
RELATED CONTENTBecoming a master gardener 
As the garden season draws to a close, you might be asking yourself, “Now what?”
RELATED CONTENTForcing bulbs
Those first few flakes of winter have fallen and melted (and fallen again!). The turtlenecks and sweaters have made their way to my dresser and I am eagerly looking forward to the coming season… until it lasts forever.
RELATED CONTENTLeroy and Debby Buse honored for conservation work
The Douglas Soil and Water Conservation District (DSWCD) board of supervisors recently selected Leroy and Debby Buse of Brandon as the 2009 Outstanding Conservationists for Douglas County.
RELATED CONTENTLamb, wool producers to hold trade show here
Sheep enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels are invited to the Minnesota Lamb and Wool Producers (MLWP) Shepherd’s Holiday conference and trade show in Alexandria at the Holiday Inn starting Friday, December 4.
RELATED CONTENTFall bird feeding bustles: Workshop scheduled for November 4
The seasonal horde of red-winged blackbirds clamored in the trees around my house in mid-September, and set off for warmer climes. With the exit of these noisy birds comes the start of the fall bird feeding season, and the bird feeders out my kitchen window are bustling with activity.
RELATED CONTENTBox elder bugs: Here's how to stop the invasion
Black and orange insects abound this time of year. Last week we visited about the orange, black spotted Asian lady beetle. This week, let’s discuss the black, orange striped box elder bug (BEB).
RELATED CONTENT4-H students impress judges at State Fair
Douglas County 4-H students collected more than just memories at the Minnesota State Fair. They also brought back a lot of ribbons.
RELATED CONTENTHow to handle Asian lady beetles
It’s that time of year again. The time when Asian lady beetles swarm up the sunny sides of tall or prominent buildings looking for winter shelter, preferably full of food, otherwise known as your house.
RELATED CONTENT4-H students strike purple at State Fair
Here are some Douglas County 4-H students who earned purple ribbon honors at the Minnesota State Fair.
RELATED CONTENTPutting your garden to bed
Fall is a bittersweet time of beginnings and endings. Bright yellow school buses abound as children start a brand new school year.
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