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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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Organic certification cost share now available

Organic farmers and processors can receive a partial rebate for the cost of organic certification, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA). Applications are being accepted by MDA from now until October 15, 2009.

September 09, 2009

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Minnesota outpaces nation in agricultural export growth

Minnesota’s agricultural export rate increased by more than 50 percent last year, according to figures recently released by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

September 02, 2009

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Jailed - for a good cause

Jailed - for a good cause The March of Dimes Foundation hosted a “Jail and Bail” charitable event at Bug-a-Boo Bay Tuesday, August 25.

August 28, 2009

MDA reminds consumers of state protections against fraudulent seed sales

As any farmer or home gardener will tell you, it is hard work turning little seeds into productive, healthy plants. The process becomes much more challenging in those rare cases when the seed itself is defective.

August 19, 2009

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MDA announces creation of Minnesota Farmer Assistance Network

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is establishing a new network of services to help farmers who are having financial difficulties.

August 19, 2009

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150 'jailbirds' to help March of Dimes' effort

A hundred and fifty Alexandria residents will be jailed August 25. Their crime: being a dedicated supporter of the March of Dimes. These “jailbirds” will spend their time behind bars raising money for Minnesota babies.

August 19, 2009

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MDA celebrates 20 years of innovations

For 20 years, Minnesota farmers have led the nation in sustainable agriculture innovations, while increasing efficiency and profitability.

August 14, 2009

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MDA launches improved online directory for locally grown foods

Searching for locally grown foods in Minnesota has become easier with improvements to the online Minnesota Grown Directory from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).

August 05, 2009

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Study shows dairy industry growth is steady

A new study by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) shows Minnesota’s dairy industry achieved steady growth from 2005 to 2008, after years of decline in the early 2000s.

June 24, 2009

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Members sought for organic task force

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is seeking to fill 15 seats on the Minnesota Organic Advisory Task Force.

June 07, 2009

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State sets traps for gypsy moths

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is setting nearly 27,000 gypsy moth traps across eastern Minnesota this spring as part of its annual program to monitor Minnesota’s forests and urban areas for new infestations by the destructive tree pest.

June 06, 2009

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MDA asks, are you following pesticide rules?

With spring fieldwork in high gear, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) reminds all agricultural professionals about the importance of observing legally required pesticide application setbacks to protect state water resources.

May 13, 2009

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Mild cases of H1N1 flu virus continue to appear in Minnesota

To date, the Minnesota Department of Health has identified 16 probable and two confirmed cases of the H1N1 novel influenza in Minnesota. All of the cases so far have been mild. More severe cases will likely appear as MDH focuses its testing on hospitalized cases.

May 13, 2009

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Organic farmers urged to respond to survey

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is urging organic farmers in the state to respond to the first organic production survey to be conducted by the USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS).

May 06, 2009

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