AGRICULTURE
Farmers help needy and themselves
Minnesota farmers are donating $115,000 worth of pork and cheese to food shelves around the state, taking the money out of funds that generally promote agriculture sales.By Don Davis , October 31, 2009
Forcing 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.By By Robin Trott, Extension Educator , October 28, 2009
Leroy 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.
October 28, 2009
Foli-Ole Fest 
Fall – and fun – was in the air at the fifth annual Foli-Ole Fest at Anderson Florist and Greenhouses Saturday.
October 21, 2009
Lamb, 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.
October 21, 2009
How does their garlic grow?
David and Judy Glaeseman wanted to preserve the historical accuracy and integrity of their land. They wanted to be ecologically sound and socially responsible. They wanted to conserve natural resources. With any luck, they also wanted to make a little extra cash.
By Jo Colvin , October 21, 2009
4-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.
October 14, 2009
Alexandria hosts regional FFA contest
The Alexandria FFA Chapter at Jefferson High School (JHS) in Alexandria held the regional contest in soils, nursery/landscape, forestry and floriculture on September 30.
October 14, 2009
4-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.
October 07, 2009
Tractor pull success
Two local girls pedaled their way to national competition recently.
October 02, 2009
4-H is in the spotlight next week
October 4-10 is National 4-H Week and Douglas County is celebrating with a display contest.
October 02, 2009
4-H students earn purple ribbons at livestock auction
Three 4-H students from Douglas County received purple ribbons at the Minnesota State Fair Livestock Auction – Heather Huwe, Katie Boesl and Kristi Schaffer.
September 30, 2009
Non-insured Assistance Program deadlines September 30
The Non-Insured Assistance Program (NAP) is a program administered by the Farm Service Agency that provides for weather related loss protection for crops where conventional (Multi-Peril) crop insurance is not available.
September 30, 2009
Harvest Festival set for October 4
The first-ever Harvest Festival will be held at the historic Spruce Hill Church on Sunday, October 4 from 1 to 4 p.m.
September 25, 2009
Turn your good ideas into a new sustainable farming practice
From developing cold hardy kiwi fruit to extending the vegetable growing season, many Minnesota farmers and researchers have turned their ideas into viable production practices with the help of a Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Sustainable Agriculture grant.
September 23, 2009
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