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Political notebook: Minnesota budget clash continues to grow
By Don Davis Gov. Mark Daytons budget proposal continues to play out in interesting ways, usually with Republicans strongly opposed and Democrats more mildly in support. Rep. Matt Dean, R-Dellwood, ...
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State Farm puts N.D. 11th, Minnesota sixth in odds of hitting a deer
North Dakota ranks 11th nationally in the odds of motorists running into a deer, State Farm insurance company reported today. Thats unchanged from last year, State Farm said, and the odds of hitting ...
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Autumn in Minnesota...with Two French Women at a Winery
The colors and crisp weather make the upper Midwest a land many ought to envy. Something about the air in the autumn makes me feel more alive.In addition, harvest time is a recognition of a summer wel...
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Conversation with the sky
I know what it feels like again to stay up till 4 a.m. Friends and I joined the owls and coyotes at the Furtman Farm Star Party near Webster, Wis. for a third of an Earth rotation under the stars. T...
Posted on 9/15/12 at 3:33 PM
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Weekend Finds: Minnesota Maple Syrup and Hand-Rolled Butter
Who would have thought that a favorite find at a food and wine event would be maple syrup? Oh, and butter, too. One of my first vendor stops at the 17th Annual Food and Wine Experience at Target Fiel...
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Organic farm report shows fairly strong performance last year

A new report issued by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) shows that 2011 was generally a good year for certified organic crop producers in the state, and somewhat challenging for organic dairy farms, although there was a high degree of variability across farm types and sizes.

August 13, 2012

Douglas County farmers eligible to win donation for their favorite non-profit

For the third consecutive year, America’s Farmers Grow Communities SM, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, will give farmers the opportunity to win a $2,500 donation for their favorite local nonprofit organization.

August 12, 2012

Big piece of Minnesota farm history goes on auction block

It’s very likely the population of Ulen, Minnesota (554), will double on August 23 and 24, when what is expected to be hundreds of bidders descend on the Clay County town. The draw: the largest vintage tractor and stationary gas engine auction in the Red River Valley—153 two-cylinder John Deere tractors, over 200 stationary gas engines, and 150 cast iron seats.

August 11, 2012

Klobuchar, Bills show ag policy differences

Minnesota’s endorsed Republican U.S. Senate candidate says American farmers should be left alone, with less federal support, much like oil producers in western North Dakota.

By Don Davis , August 09, 2012

Emergency haying, grazing authorized for RIM acres in Douglas County

The Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) announced last week it will authorize emergency haying and grazing of Reinvest in Minnesota (RIM) acres for seventy counties, including Douglas County, affected by drought conditions.

August 06, 2012

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'Planning for Your Farm's Future' workshop coming to Fergus Falls

For every farmer, a day will come when he or she can no longer work full-time. How will that impact Minnesotans' farm businesses and rural legacies?

August 05, 2012

'Planning for Your Farm's Future' workshop coming to Fergus Falls

For every farmer, a day will come when he or she can no longer work full-time. How will that impact Minnesotans' farm businesses and rural legacies?

July 22, 2012

USDA updates 'Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Compass' Web tool

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled an updated version of its Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Compass this week.

July 21, 2012

State ag report shows profitability of specialty crops

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has released a new report detailing the financial performance of nine types of specialty crops in Minnesota.

July 19, 2012

Minnesota animal agriculture sector is growing, says report

The Minnesota Livestock Industry Benchmark Report released this week found that Minnesota’s animal agriculture industry is substantial and continues to create significant economic value to the state.

July 14, 2012

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Walk-n-Talk looks at hazelnut research

Join University of Minnesota researchers, Rural Advantage, and University of Minnesota Extension for an afternoon of hybrid hazelnut discussion.

July 14, 2012

Summer Center Day in Morris offers crop tours

Summer Center Day will be held at the University of Minnesota, West Central Research and Outreach Center on Friday, July 13.

June 25, 2012

Nominations sought for Barn of the Year Award

Barn owners of barns 50 years or older will be interested to know that nomination forms for the 5th annual Barn of the Year Award Contest are now available.

June 24, 2012

U.S. Rep. Peterson comments on Senate-approved Farm Bill

U.S. House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Collin C. Peterson, D-Minn., today made the following statement after the U.S. Senate approved the 2012 Farm Bill, “The Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2012.”

June 21, 2012

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Uncertainty causing record farmland sales volumes

Market forces and strong commodity prices continue to create record demand and sales activity for farmland, but there are several unknowns that could impact the coming year, according to Farmers National Company, a leading agricultural services company.

June 17, 2012

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